Sanken Electric Hits Day Low at JPY 6,510 Amid Price Pressure

Sanken Electric Co., Ltd., a small-cap player in the Other Electrical Equipment industry, has experienced significant volatility today, with the stock declining by 10.49%. The stock reached an intraday low of JPY 6,510.00, reflecting a challenging performance compared to the broader market. Over the past week, Sanken Electric has seen a decrease of 10.63%, while the Japan Nikkei 225 index has gained 2.54%. The one-month performance shows a decline of 6.8%, contrasting sharply with the Nikkei's 12.51% increase. Year-to-date, Sanken Electric's performance stands at 14.8%, significantly lagging behind the Nikkei's 29.08% return. Financial metrics indicate that the company is grappling with high debt levels and weak long-term fundamental strength. The inventory turnover ratio is notably low at 1.31%, and raw material costs have surged by 54.56% year-over-year. Additionally, the company has reported a negative return on equity of -5.43%. These factors contribute to Sanken Electric's underperformance relative to the market over the past year, where it generated a return of 16.72%, well below the Nikkei's 34.11%.