MERF Inc (3168)

Currency in JPY
576.0
+1.0(+0.17%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
575.0579.0
52 wk Range
462.0668.0
Key Statistics
Bid/Ask
575.00 / 577.00
Prev. Close
575
Open
579
Day's Range
575-579
52 wk Range
462-668
Volume
26.8K
Average Volume (3m)
13.24K
1-Year Change
-13.25%
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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
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Neutral
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Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Buy
Moving Averages
Strong Buy

MERF Inc Company Profile

MERF Inc. engages in the collection, processing, manufacture, and sale of various metals in Japan, Korea, rest of Asia, Europe, and internationally. The company operates through two segments, Nonferrous Metals and Arts and Crafts. It recycles and sells industrial materials and metal scraps, as well as produces base metals that are used as raw materials to manufacture electrical wires and semiconductor base plates. The company also recycle, manufactures, and sells copper alloy ingots, which are used in marine propellers, plumbing hardware, valves, and industrial machinery parts; and casts and sells works of fine arts, Buddhist statues, ritual articles, and large metal structures. In addition, it is involved in the sale of non-ferrous metals and copper and copper alloy fabricated products, as well as manufacture and sale of aluminum alloys ingots. The company was formerly known as Kurotani Corporation and changed its name to MERF Inc. in January 2025. MERF Inc. was founded in 1870 and is headquartered in Imizu, Japan.

Employees
126
Market
Japan

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P/E Ratio
−17.7x11.8x0.5x
PEG Ratio
0.11−0.270.00
Price/Book
0.9x0.6x1.6x
Price / LTM Sales
0.1x0.3x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
-−1.4%17.8%
Fair Value Upside
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Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS -32.49%
Dividend Yield
3.48%
Industry Median 4.11%
Annualised payout
20.00
Paid unevenly
5-Years Growth
-
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Jul 11, 2025
EPS / Forecast
-14.92 / --
Revenue / Forecast
18.93B / --
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

3168 Income Statement

FAQ

What Stock Exchange Does MERF Inc Trade On?

MERF Inc is listed and trades on the Tokyo Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for MERF Inc?

The stock symbol for MERF Inc is "3168."

What Is the MERF Inc Market Cap?

As of today, MERF Inc market cap is 8.14B.

What Is MERF Inc's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The MERF Inc EPS (TTM) is -32.49.

When Is the Next MERF Inc Earnings Date?

MERF Inc will release its next earnings report on 09 Oct 2025.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is 3168 a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has MERF Inc Stock Split?

MERF Inc has split 1 times.

How Many Employees Does MERF Inc Have?

MERF Inc has 126 employees.

What is the current trading status of MERF Inc (3168)?

As of 25 Aug 2025, MERF Inc (3168) is trading at a price of 576.00, with a previous close of 575.00. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 575.00 to 579.00, while its 52-week range spans from 462.00 to 668.00.
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