MERF (3168) Stock Overview
Engages in the collection, processing, manufacture, and sale of various metals in Japan, South Korea, China rest of Asia, Europe, and internationally. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 2/6 |
| Future Growth | 0/6 |
| Past Performance | 1/6 |
| Financial Health | 3/6 |
| Dividends | 4/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | JP¥1,016.00 |
| 52 Week High | JP¥1,144.00 |
| 52 Week Low | JP¥462.00 |
| Beta | 0 |
| 1 Month Change | 53.71% |
| 3 Month Change | 82.41% |
| 1 Year Change | 93.16% |
| 3 Year Change | 65.74% |
| 5 Year Change | 45.14% |
| Change since IPO | 75.48% |
Recent News & Updates
MERF Inc.'s (TSE:3168) 28% Share Price Surge Not Quite Adding Up
Jan 14
MERF (TSE:3168) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of ¥10.00
Dec 11Recent updates
MERF Inc.'s (TSE:3168) 28% Share Price Surge Not Quite Adding Up
Jan 14MERF (TSE:3168) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of ¥10.00
Dec 11MERF (TSE:3168) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of ¥10.00
Aug 01MERF (TSE:3168) Will Pay A Dividend Of ¥10.00
Jul 17MERF (TSE:3168) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of ¥10.00
May 09MERF's (TSE:3168) Performance Is Even Better Than Its Earnings Suggest
Apr 18Is MERF (TSE:3168) A Risky Investment?
Apr 08MERF (TSE:3168) Has Announced A Dividend Of ¥10.00
Feb 10MERF (TSE:3168) Has Announced A Dividend Of ¥10.00
Jan 09Kurotani (TSE:3168) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of ¥10.00
Dec 19Kurotani (TSE:3168) Might Have The Makings Of A Multi-Bagger
Aug 07Kurotani (TSE:3168) Has Announced A Dividend Of ¥10.00
Jul 12Kurotani (TSE:3168) Has Announced A Dividend Of ¥10.00
Jun 19Kurotani (TSE:3168) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of ¥10.00
Apr 29Kurotani's (TSE:3168) Dividend Will Be ¥10.00
Apr 15Shareholder Returns
| 3168 | JP Metals and Mining | JP Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 12.4% | 1.5% | -1.9% |
| 1Y | 93.2% | 52.1% | 26.9% |
Return vs Industry: 3168 exceeded the JP Metals and Mining industry which returned 52.1% over the past year.
Return vs Market: 3168 exceeded the JP Market which returned 26.9% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| 3168 volatility | |
|---|---|
| 3168 Average Weekly Movement | 9.5% |
| Metals and Mining Industry Average Movement | 3.3% |
| Market Average Movement | 3.6% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in JP Market | 8.0% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in JP Market | 1.9% |
Stable Share Price: 3168's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months compared to the JP market.
Volatility Over Time: 3168's weekly volatility (10%) has been stable over the past year, but is still higher than 75% of JP stocks.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1870 | 154 | Akira Kurotani | www.merf.co.jp |
MERF Inc. engages in the collection, processing, manufacture, and sale of various metals in Japan, South Korea, China 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.
MERF Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| 3168 fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | JP¥15.65b |
| Earnings (TTM) | JP¥171.19m |
| Revenue (TTM) | JP¥82.21b |
Is 3168 overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| 3168 income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | JP¥82.21b |
| Cost of Revenue | JP¥78.99b |
| Gross Profit | JP¥3.22b |
| Other Expenses | JP¥3.05b |
| Earnings | JP¥171.19m |
Last Reported Earnings
Nov 30, 2025
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 12.11 |
| Gross Margin | 3.92% |
| Net Profit Margin | 0.21% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 131.6% |
How did 3168 perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
Does 3168 pay a reliable dividends?
See 3168 dividend history and benchmarks| MERF dividend dates | |
|---|---|
| Ex Dividend Date | Feb 26 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | May 08 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 26 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 97 days |
Does 3168 pay a reliable dividends?
See 3168 dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/01/30 16:22 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/01/30 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/11/30 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/08/31 |
Data Sources
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
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