Smbc Nikko Sec. Upgrades Shiseido (OTCMKTS:SSDOY) to “Hold”

Shiseido (OTCMKTS:SSDOY) was upgraded by investment analysts at Smbc Nikko Sec. to a “hold” rating in a note issued to investors on Tuesday,Zacks.com reports.

Other equities research analysts have also recently issued research reports about the stock. Jefferies Financial Group raised shares of Shiseido from a “hold” rating to a “strong-buy” rating in a report on Thursday, February 12th. The Goldman Sachs Group upgraded Shiseido from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, December 10th. One investment analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, one has given a Buy rating and two have given a Hold rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy”.

Shiseido Stock Up 0.9%

Shares of OTCMKTS:SSDOY opened at $20.85 on Tuesday. Shiseido has a 1 year low of $13.60 and a 1 year high of $21.79. The company has a market capitalization of $8.33 billion, a PE ratio of -29.79 and a beta of 0.36. The business has a fifty day moving average price of $17.22 and a two-hundred day moving average price of $16.70. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.43, a current ratio of 1.35 and a quick ratio of 0.89.

Shiseido (OTCMKTS:SSDOY) last issued its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, February 10th. The company reported $0.05 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of ($0.10) by $0.15. Shiseido had a negative net margin of 4.27% and a positive return on equity of 0.97%. The company had revenue of $1.77 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.77 billion. Shiseido has set its FY 2026 guidance at 0.680-0.680 EPS. Analysts forecast that Shiseido will post 0.29 earnings per share for the current year.

Shiseido Company Profile

Shiseido Company, Limited is a leading Japanese multinational specializing in cosmetics, skincare, makeup and fragrance products. Founded in 1872 and headquartered in Tokyo, the company operates through a portfolio of brands that span premium, prestige and mass-market segments. Its core business activities include the development, manufacturing and sale of skincare treatments, decorative cosmetics, hair care and sun protection products.

Shiseido’s brand portfolio encompasses flagship lines such as Shiseido, Clé de Peau Beauté, NARS and bareMinerals, alongside regional and heritage labels tailored to diverse consumer preferences.