Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited
4203
Rank in Stocks
#3570
Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited, established in 1932 and headquartered in... Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited, established in 1932 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, operates worldwide alongside its subsidiaries. The company is engaged in the research, development, manufacturing, and global distribution of a diverse product portfolio encompassing semiconductor materials, plastic items, and life-related solutions. For the semiconductor industry, their specialized materials include epoxy resin molding compounds for device encapsulation, liquid photosensitive coating resins, advanced liquid resins for semiconductor applications, and crucial substrate materials for semiconductor packages. Beyond electronics, Sumitomo Bakelite produces a wide array of advanced plastic and industrial materials. This range features phenolic molding compounds, various phenolic resins, custom molded parts, and synthetic resin adhesives. They also manufacture copper-clad laminates (both phenolic and epoxy resin types) and components for aircraft interiors. Their broader plastics offerings feature melamine resin decorative laminates and sheets, versatile vinyl resin sheets and multilayer options, films designed for freshness preservation, and plates made from polycarbonate and PVC resins. Within the life sciences and healthcare sectors, the company provides medical devices, pharmaceuticals, and various biotechnology-related products. Additionally, they offer design and contracting services for waterproofing projects and contribute to interior decoration solutions for commercial spaces. Sumitomo Bakelite's comprehensive product lineup supports a broad spectrum of industries, including automotive, railway, and aviation; electrical and electronic equipment manufacturing; construction and residential development; various industrial applications; medical and laboratory institutions; biotechnology; agriculture; and specialized functional packaging, as well as retail store interiors.
Share Price
$54.46
Market Cap
$4.78B
Change (1 day)
-3.42%
Change (1 year)
65.84%
Country
JP
Trade Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited (4203)
Category
Basic Materials
P/E ratio for Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited (4203)
P/E ratio as of October 2026 TTM: 23.63
According to Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited latest financial reports and stock price the company's current price-to-earnings ratio (TTM) is 23.63. At the end of 2024 the company had a P/E ratio of 19.23.
P/E ratio history for Sumitomo Bakelite Company Limited from 2005 to 2026
P/E ratio at the end of each year
| Year | P/E Ratio | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 23.63 | 48.16% |
| 2025 | 15.95 | -17.09% |
| 2024 | 19.23 | 60.71% |
| 2023 | 11.97 | -6.74% |
| 2022 | 12.83 | -20.47% |
| 2021 | 16.13 | 34.24% |
| 2020 | 12.02 | -5.79% |
| 2019 | 12.76 | -12.28% |
| 2018 | 14.54 | -1.27% |
| 2017 | 14.73 | -45.25% |
| 2016 | 26.90 | 53.17% |
| 2015 | 17.56 | 23.01% |
| 2014 | 14.28 | -44.16% |
| 2013 | 25.57 | -36.59% |
| 2012 | 40.32 | 74.16% |
| 2011 | 23.15 | -38.85% |
| 2010 | 37.86 | -424.55% |
| 2009 | -11.67 | -121.67% |
| 2008 | 53.83 | 311.53% |
| 2007 | 13.08 | -20.08% |
| 2006 | 16.36 | 4.20% |
| 2005 | 15.70 | 0.00% |
P/E ratio for similar companies or competitors
| Company | P/E Ratio | P/E Ratio Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31.66 | 33.99% |
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| - | - |
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| 29.64 | 25.42% |
US
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| 38.37 | 62.38% |
US
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| -1.41K | -6,051.35% |
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How to read a P/E ratio?
The Price/Earnings ratio measures the relationship between a company's stock price and its earnings per share.
A low but positive P/E ratio stands for a company that is generating high earnings compared to its current valuation and might be undervalued. A company with a high negative (near 0) P/E ratio stands for a company that is generating heavy losses compared to its current valuation.
Companies with a P/E ratio over 30 or a negative one are generaly seen as "growth stocks" meaning that investors typically expect the company to grow or to become profitable in the future.
Companies with a positive P/E ratio bellow 10 are generally seen as "value stocks" meaning that the company is already very profitable and unlikely to strong growth in the future.