Hodogaya Chemical Hits Day Low at JPY 1,815 Amid Price Pressure

Hodogaya Chemical Co., Ltd. has experienced significant activity today, with the stock declining by 7.35% as of October 29, 2025. The stock reached an intraday low of JPY 1,815.00, reflecting ongoing challenges for the small-cap company in the Chemicals & Petrochemicals sector. In terms of performance metrics, Hodogaya has struggled over various time frames. Over the past year, the stock has seen a decline of 14.34%, significantly underperforming the Japan Nikkei 225, which has gained 30.08% during the same period. Year-to-date, the stock is down 5.91%, while the Nikkei has risen by 25.88%. Financially, Hodogaya reported a net profit of JPY 909 million, reflecting a substantial decrease of 65.59%. The company's return on capital employed (ROCE) stands at a low 4.2%, and its return on equity (ROE) is at 5.56%. Despite a price-to-book ratio of 0.61, indicating a potentially attractive valuation, the stock's long-term performance remains below par, with a staggering 64.74% decline over the past five years.