Kuribayashi Steamship Soars 11.11%, Hits Intraday High of JPY 1,828.00

Kuribayashi Steamship Co., a small-cap player in the transport services industry, has shown significant activity today, gaining 11.11% as of September 30, 2025. The stock reached an intraday high of JPY 1,828.00, marking a notable performance against the backdrop of the Japan Nikkei 225, which declined by 0.69% on the same day.
Over the past week, Kuribayashi Steamship has surged by 18.06%, and its one-month performance stands at an impressive 50.31%. Year-to-date, the stock has increased by 87.85%, while its one-year performance reflects a robust growth of 89.73%. The company has also demonstrated remarkable long-term performance, with a three-year increase of 295.35% and a five-year growth of 416.72%.

Despite these positive trends, the company faces challenges, including a low Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) of 3.37% and a high debt-to-equity ratio. Additionally, net profit for the first half of the year showed a decline of 39.31%. Nonetheless, Kuribayashi Steamship's current valuation metrics, including a P/E ratio of 6.00 and a price-to-book ratio of 0.46, suggest it is trading at a premium compared to its peers.