Bridgestone Corp. Stock Hits Day Low Amid Price Pressure at JPY 6,547.00

Bridgestone Corp., a prominent player in the auto components and equipment industry, experienced a significant decline in its stock performance on October 14, 2025, with a drop of 5.84%. The stock reached an intraday low of JPY 6,547.00, reflecting broader market trends as the Japan Nikkei 225 index fell by 1.01% on the same day.
Over the past week, Bridgestone's stock has decreased by 3.81%, contrasting sharply with the Nikkei's 5.07% gain. The company's performance over the past month shows a decline of 5.54%, while its year-to-date performance stands at a positive 23.26%, outpacing the Nikkei's 20.54%. However, the longer-term view reveals a 3-year performance of 34.27%, significantly lagging behind the Nikkei's 77.34% growth.

Financial metrics indicate challenges for Bridgestone, including a 4.89% drop in net sales and a substantial 68.37% decrease in quarterly net profit, which now stands at JPY 39,494 million. The company's return on capital employed (ROCE) is at a low of 5.52%, and its debt-equity ratio is slightly negative at -0.04. These factors contribute to a complex financial landscape for Bridgestone Corp. as it navigates current market conditions.