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On Tuesday, Macquarie analysts increased their outlook on Rohm Co Ltd. (6963:JP) (OTC: ROHCY) shares, upgrading the stock rating from Neutral to Outperform and raising the price target to ¥1,550, up from the previous ¥1,200. The revision reflects an optimistic view on the company’s financial trajectory, anticipating a turnaround from recent operational losses. According to InvestingPro data, the semiconductor manufacturer, currently valued at $4.2 billion, has seen its shares rise 17.93% year-to-date despite trading at a relatively high P/E multiple of 69.47x.
Hiroshi Taguchi of Macquarie forecasts that Rohm will witness the lowest point in its operating profit loss in the fourth quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2025. He predicts a return to profitability for the company by the second quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2026. The new price target represents a 29% increase and is based on a 19 times price-to-earnings ratio for the fiscal year ending March 2027, aligning with the average of Rohm’s global peers. InvestingPro analysis suggests the stock is currently undervalued, with additional insights available to subscribers.
Taguchi’s positive outlook hinges on several key factors that could influence Rohm’s financial health. Progress in reducing inventory levels, cutting fixed costs, and the benefits of collaborating with Toshiba (OTC:TOSYY) are all mentioned as potential catalysts for the company’s improved performance. InvestingPro data shows the company maintains strong liquidity with a current ratio of 2.94, while generating annual revenue of $2.91 billion. The company has also maintained dividend payments for 34 consecutive years, demonstrating long-term financial stability.
The upgrade and new price target by Macquarie come as Rohm Co Ltd. seeks to navigate its way out of a period of operational challenges. The analyst’s comments underscore the expectation that these strategic initiatives will bear fruit, leading to a more robust financial position for the semiconductor manufacturer.
Investors and market watchers will be keeping a close eye on Rohm’s financial reports in the coming quarters to see if the company can indeed achieve the milestones laid out by Macquarie’s analysis. The anticipated recovery will be critical for Rohm as it aims to solidify its standing in the competitive semiconductor industry.
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