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On Wednesday, Morgan Stanley (NYSE:MS) upgraded Yaskawa Electric’s stock rating from Equalweight to Overweight, while also increasing the price target to JPY5,000.00, up from the previous JPY4,700.00. This adjustment comes after the company’s shares hit a two-year low, trading at $50.49, just above its 52-week low of $49.22. The stock has declined over 40% in the past year, affected by concerns related to China and underwhelming earnings. InvestingPro data reveals multiple additional insights about the company’s current position.
Yaskawa Electric, which trades on the Tokyo Stock Exchange under the ticker 6506:JP and is also available over-the-counter as YASKY, has faced challenges that have led to a decline in its stock price. According to InvestingPro analysis, the company maintains strong financial health with a current ratio of 2.41 and operates with moderate debt levels. Morgan Stanley predicts a turnaround for the company, aligning with InvestingPro’s Fair Value assessment suggesting the stock is currently undervalued. The firm expects a gradual recovery in order volumes through the fiscal year ending February 2026, citing improvements in the motion control and robotics segments of Yaskawa’s business.
The financial institution noted that Yaskawa’s earnings have reached a low point after three consecutive quarters but are now poised for an upturn. The analysts believe that there is no further downside risk to the company’s earnings. They also pointed out that production is on the rise, orders are recovering, and the losses related to inventory valuation are diminishing from what they consider the bottom of the earnings cycle.
Morgan Stanley’s analysis also highlights that market interest and expectations for Yaskawa Electric are currently subdued. This perspective, coupled with the attractive risk-reward profile, has led to the decision to upgrade the stock rating. The firm’s outlook suggests confidence in Yaskawa’s potential for growth and recovery in the near future.
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