Hokuetsu Corp. Stock Hits Day Low of JPY 835 Amid Price Pressure

Hokuetsu Corp., a small-cap player in the Paper, Forest & Jute Products industry, has experienced significant volatility today, with the stock hitting an intraday low of JPY 835.00. The stock has seen a notable decline of 15.73% on October 29, 2025, contrasting sharply with the Japan Nikkei 225, which fell by just 0.58% on the same day. Over the past week, Hokuetsu Corp. has dropped 13.19%, and its performance over the last month shows a decrease of 18.76%. Year-to-date, the stock has declined by 45.32%, significantly underperforming the Japan Nikkei 225, which has gained 25.88% during the same period. Financial metrics indicate that Hokuetsu Corp. has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.27, reflecting a relatively high level of debt. The company has generated a return on equity of 5.94%, suggesting challenges in profitability. Additionally, the stock's price-to-book ratio stands at 0.76, indicating it is trading at a discount compared to its book value. Overall, Hokuetsu Corp. continues to face headwinds in both short-term and long-term performance metrics.