Operating Margin - Adeka Corp (TSE:4401)

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Price: 3 791 JPY -0.42%

Market Cap: 393.4B JPY

10.4%

Current

Average

5.9%

Industry

Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.

Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.

Operating Margin

10.4%

Operating Profit

42.5B

Revenue

407.8B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country		Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
JP	A	Adeka Corp TSE:4401	380.6B JPY	10%
SA		Saudi Basic Industries Corporation SJSC SAU:2010	228.3B SAR	2%
ID		Chandra Asri Pacific PT Tbk OTC:PTPIF	45.6B USD	4%
ID		Chandra Asri Petrochemical Tbk PT IDX:TPIA	609.9T IDR	4%
ID		Barito Pacific Tbk PT IDX:BRPT	328.9T IDR	1%
KR		LG Chem Ltd KRX:051910	28.5T KRW	3%
CN		Hengli Petrochemical Co Ltd SSE:600346	132.2B CNY	6%
US		Dow Inc NYSE:DOW	16.5B USD	1%
TW		Nan Ya Plastics Corp TWSE:1303	455.2B TWD	1%
UK		LyondellBasell Industries NV NYSE:LYB	14.2B USD	4%
CN		Zhejiang Juhua Co Ltd SSE:600160	97.9B CNY	19%

Adeka Corp
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Market Cap

380.6B JPY

Industry

Chemicals

In the bustling arena of global industries, Adeka Corp stands as a testament to the transformative power of innovation and diversification. Founded in 1917, this venerable Japanese company initially carved its niche as a producer of chemicals, agriculture, and food products—a juxtaposition that would seem eclectic, yet has proven remarkably synergetic. Over time, Adeka has honed its expertise within the chemical sector, manufacturing a plethora of products ranging from industrial chemicals and functional materials to fine chemicals. This diverse array not only includes essential raw materials pivotal for various industries but also advanced materials used in cutting-edge technologies. By integrating research and development directly into their operations, Adeka has maintained a competitive edge, ensuring their products meet the evolving demands of sectors such as electronics, automotive, and healthcare. Meanwhile, the company's foray into food products highlights Adeka's astute responsiveness to consumer needs and market opportunities. Their food division manufactures premium margarine, shortening, and confectionery oils, serving both consumer and commercial markets. These culinary essentials have found a foothold in Japan’s gastronomic landscape, powering restaurants and households alike with high-quality ingredients. What ties these diverse segments together is Adeka's commitment to sustainability and efficiency in production processes, aligning their business model with global trends towards eco-conscious and health-focused solutions. Today, Adeka Corp deftly balances its diversified portfolio, generating revenue streams that capitalize on both industrial innovation and everyday consumer demands, ensuring its relevance in a rapidly transforming global market.

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Intrinsic Value

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Adeka Corp
TSE:4401