Kao Corporation (KAOCF) Stock Price & Analysis
Kao Corporation (KAOCF) — price $22.68 (0.00%), as of the Oct 2, 2026 trading session; market cap $20.5B. Expected results Nov 5, 2026.
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Kao Corporation · KAOCF · Consumer Defensive · Household & Personal Products
Kao Corporation, established in Tokyo, Japan, in 1887 (and formerly known as Kao Soap Co., Ltd. until its name change in 1982), is a global enterprise that develops and markets an extensive…
Price as of Oct 2, 2026
Key Statistics
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Price & valuation
| Measure | Value | As of |
|---|---|---|
| Latest provided price | $22.68 | |
| Change on the day | 0.00% | |
| 52-week range | $9.24–$45.91 | |
| Market capitalisation | $20.5B | |
| Price / earnings (trailing) | 23.32 | |
| Shares traded on the day | 1.0K | |
| Beta (volatility vs the S&P 500) | 0.18 | |
| Dividends per share (last 12 months) | $0.73 | |
| Dividend yield (last 12 months) | 3.18% |
Price & events
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- · Earnings results · below the recorded estimate
- · Earnings results · above the recorded estimate
- · Earnings results · above the recorded estimate
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What is Kao (KAOCF), and what does it report?
Short answer · as of
Kao Corporation, established in Tokyo, Japan, in 1887 (and formerly known as Kao Soap Co., Ltd. until its name change in 1982), is a global enterprise that develops and markets an extensive… Kao Corporation (KAOCF) is classified as Consumer Defensive / Household & Personal Products. Headquarters: 14-10, Nihonbashi Kayabacho, Tokyo, TY, 103-8210, JP. It employs 31,514 people and is led by Yoshihiro Hasebe. In Q2 FY2026 it reported revenue of $2.88B and net income of $218M. The market values it at $20.5B.
What do the latest results show for Kao (KAOCF)?
Short answer · as of
The most recent reported quarter, Q2 FY2026, carried revenue of $2.88B. Against analyst estimates the company has EPS beat 4 of 8 reports.
Did results meet expectations?
Reported earnings and revenue alongside the estimates recorded by the provider.
- Latest report · revenue
- $2.82B Aug 5, 2026
- Latest report · revenue estimate
- $2.73B Aug 5, 2026
- Latest report · revenue vs estimate
- Above estimate Aug 5, 2026
- Latest report · EPS vs estimate
- Above estimate Aug 5, 2026
| Report date | Revenue · reported | Revenue · estimate | EPS · reported | EPS · estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 2026 | $2.82B | $2.73B | $0.2356 | $0.2086 |
| May 12, 2026 | $2.60B | $2.54B | $0.2158 | $0.1757 |
| Feb 5, 2026 | $2.91B | $2.87B | $0.2478 | $0.2709 |
| Nov 6, 2025 | $2.86B | $2.82B | $0.2562 | $0.2543 |
Dates are report dates, not fiscal period ends. Revenue is in USD; EPS is USD per share, rounded to four decimals. The earnings feed does not establish a basic, diluted or adjusted basis. Earnings-feed EPS may differ from statement EPS; the two series are not combined.
Quarterly income statement — 4 quarters
| Period | Revenue | Net income | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 FY2026 | $2.88B | $218M | $0.24 (diluted) |
| Q1 FY2026 | $2.63B | $198M | $0.11 (diluted) |
| Q4 FY2025 | $2.89B | $224M | $0.12 (diluted) |
| Q3 FY2025 | $2.72B | $225M | $0.12 (diluted) |
What are the financial strengths and risks for Kao (KAOCF)?
Short answer
The distress and quality screens read Altman Z 4.65 · Piotroski F 8. Trailing ratios: ROE 12.7% · ROA 7.2% · current ratio 1.80 · earnings yield 4.4% · free-cash-flow yield 4.9%.
What should you watch next at Kao (KAOCF)?
Short answer · as of
The next earnings report is expected on Nov 5, 2026.
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Common Questions About KAOCF (Consumer Defensive)
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Is KAOCF a good stock to buy?
Stock Expert AI does not rate KAOCF buy, sell or hold. Kao Corporation has no MoonshotScore yet; read the financial checkup, analyst consensus and risks directly. Whether it fits is your call: check what it sells, whether it earns and what the price assumes. This is educational content, not investment advice.
What is the KAOCF stock price today?
The last price recorded on this page for Kao Corporation (KAOCF) is $22.68, as of the Oct 2, 2026 trading session (source: Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) · quote). It is a provider snapshot, not a live exchange feed, so check a brokerage quote before you trade.
What are the main risks for KAOCF?
Kao Corporation faces several key risks that could impact its financial performance and market position. A primary concern is the volatility of raw material costs, particularly those used in its chemical and consumer product formulations, which can directly affect profit margins.
What are the key factors to evaluate for KAOCF?
Evaluate KAOCF on fundamentals, analyst consensus, and risk factors. P/E: 23.32x. Innovation in Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Products: Growing global consumer awareness and regulatory pressures are driving demand for sustainable and eco-friendly products across all consumer goods categories. Not financial advice.
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What has driven KAOCF's recent stock price performance?
Kao Corporation (KAOCF) moves on earnings results, analyst revisions, sector rotation, and market sentiment. Notable catalyst: Strong global brand recognition, particularly in Asian markets, fostering consumer trust and loyalty. See the News tab for the latest drivers. Past performance does not predict future results.
Should investors consider KAOCF overvalued or undervalued right now?
Kao Corporation (KAOCF) trades at 23.32x earnings. Compare P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA against sector peers for a full view.
How do I research KAOCF before investing?
Before investing in Kao Corporation (KAOCF), research these four areas: (1) the company's revenue model and competitive position (see Company Overview), (2) financial health through revenue growth, margins, and cash flow (see MoonshotScore), (3) analyst consensus ratings and price targets (see Analyst tab), and (4) specific risk factors that could impact the stock (see Risk Factors section).
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FMP — 33 facts from Financial Modeling Prep endpoint families
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px.last | Latest provided price | $22.68 | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) · quote — Dated to the US trading session the price belongs to, derived from the quote record's timestamp (weekend and pre-open reads roll back to the previous weekday; exchange holidays are not modelled). The record does not establish an exchange execution time. Retrieved 2026-10-05T03:24:40.207Z. | |
px.change | Change on the day | 0.00% | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) · quote | |
px.mcap | Market capitalisation | $20.5B | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) · quote — Date unknown Market cap record date: 2026-10-02. FMP quote timestamp: 2026-10-02T20:00:00.000Z. Captured from FMP at 2026-10-05T03:24:39.100Z. No share-count basis is inferred; this page preserves the reported amount instead of recalculating it from shares. | |
earn.next | Next earnings date | Nov 5, 2026 | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings calendar — The date is our provider's estimate until the company confirms it. | |
id.business_summary | Business description (FMP excerpt) | Kao Corporation, established in Tokyo, Japan, in 1887 (and formerly known as Kao Soap Co., Ltd. until its name change in 1982), is a global enterprise that develops and markets an extensive… | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) company profile — Deterministic excerpt derived from id.description; source and date describe the input fact, not a new provider observation | |
px.change_abs | Change on the day, in dollars | $0.00 | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) · quote | |
px.range52 | 52-week range | $9.24–$45.91 | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) quote | |
px.pe | Price / earnings (trailing) | 23.32 | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) · quote | |
px.volume | Shares traded on the day | 1.0K | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) · quote | |
px.beta | Beta | 0.18 | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) company profile | |
id.sector | Sector / industry (provider taxonomy) | Consumer Defensive / Household & Personal Products | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) company profile | |
id.hq | Headquarters | 14-10, Nihonbashi Kayabacho, Tokyo, TY, 103-8210, JP | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) company profile | |
id.employees | Employees | 31,514 | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) company profile | |
id.ceo | Chief executive | Yoshihiro Hasebe | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) key executives (proxy-derived) — Titles and pay come from the company's proxy statement as our provider parsed it. | |
fin.q_revenue | Revenue, Q2 FY2026 | $2.88B | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) · income statement (quarterly) | |
fin.q_income | Net income, Q2 FY2026 | $218M | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) · income statement (quarterly) | |
earn.history.depth.2026-08-05.revenue_actual | Revenue · reported — report date 2026-08-05 | $2.82B | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
earn.history.depth.2026-08-05.revenue_estimated | Revenue · estimate — report date 2026-08-05 | $2.73B | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
earn.history.depth.2026-08-05.eps_actual | EPS · reported — report date 2026-08-05 | $0.2356 | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
earn.history.depth.2026-08-05.eps_estimated | EPS · estimate — report date 2026-08-05 | $0.2086 | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
earn.history.depth.2026-05-12.revenue_actual | Revenue · reported — report date 2026-05-12 | $2.60B | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
earn.history.depth.2026-05-12.revenue_estimated | Revenue · estimate — report date 2026-05-12 | $2.54B | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
earn.history.depth.2026-05-12.eps_actual | EPS · reported — report date 2026-05-12 | $0.2158 | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
earn.history.depth.2026-05-12.eps_estimated | EPS · estimate — report date 2026-05-12 | $0.1757 | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
earn.history.depth.2026-02-05.revenue_actual | Revenue · reported — report date 2026-02-05 | $2.91B | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
earn.history.depth.2026-02-05.revenue_estimated | Revenue · estimate — report date 2026-02-05 | $2.87B | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
earn.history.depth.2026-02-05.eps_actual | EPS · reported — report date 2026-02-05 | $0.2478 | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
earn.history.depth.2026-02-05.eps_estimated | EPS · estimate — report date 2026-02-05 | $0.2709 | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
earn.history.depth.2025-11-06.revenue_actual | Revenue · reported — report date 2025-11-06 | $2.86B | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
earn.history.depth.2025-11-06.revenue_estimated | Revenue · estimate — report date 2025-11-06 | $2.82B | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
earn.history.depth.2025-11-06.eps_actual | EPS · reported — report date 2025-11-06 | $0.2562 | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
earn.history.depth.2025-11-06.eps_estimated | EPS · estimate — report date 2025-11-06 | $0.2543 | Report date · | FMP | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note |
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fin.scores | Distress and quality screens | Altman Z 4.65 · Piotroski F 8 | UNRECORDED | Stored financial-scores observation — Captured 2026-10-04 · Expired observation | |
fin.ratios | Return and yield ratios (trailing twelve months) | ROE 12.7% · ROA 7.2% · current ratio 1.80 · earnings yield 4.4% · free-cash-flow yield 4.9% | — | UNRECORDED | Stored key metrics — Date unknown |
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div.ttm_per_share | Dividends per share, last 12 months (split-adjusted) | $0.73 | COMPUTED | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) split-adjusted dividend history — Sum of 2 split-adjusted declared dividends with an ex-date in the 365 days to 2026-10-05, per current share. Ex-dates are not payment dates; special dividends are included. Not a declared annual rate. | |
div.ttm_yield | Dividend yield, last 12 months | 3.18% | COMPUTED | Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) split-adjusted dividend history and quote — Split-adjusted dividends with ex-dates in the trailing 365-day window divided by the packet price, on the same current-share basis. Price date follows the quote, latest price bar or packet-build day when unstamped. Not a forecast or declared annual rate. | |
earn.history.depth.2026-08-05.revenue_actual.comparison | Latest report · revenue vs estimate | Above estimate | Report date · | COMPUTED | Computed from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note — Method: compare reported revenue ($2.82B) with the recorded estimate ($2.73B) at displayed precision. Equal displayed values are in line. This compares reported results with recorded estimates, not investment returns. |
earn.history.depth.2026-08-05.eps_actual.comparison | Latest report · EPS vs estimate | Above estimate | Report date · | COMPUTED | Computed from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) earnings — Earnings-history note — Method: compare reported EPS ($0.2356) with the recorded estimate ($0.2086) at displayed precision. Equal displayed values are in line. This compares reported results with recorded estimates, not investment returns. |
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gap.statement_currency | Statement currency limitation | Detailed statement figures are not shown because their conversion to USD has not been verified. | OURS | Stock Expert AI currency-basis check |
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