HPHTF (Hamamatsu Photonics KK) Financial Strength: 8 (As of Mar. 2026) — 11% Below Median

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HPHTF Hamamatsu Photonics KK HPHTF
92 GF Score
Price $14.68
GF Value $13.95
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Hamamatsu Photonics KK Financial Strength?

Hamamatsu Photonics KK HPHTF 92 Financial Strength is 8 as of Mar. 2026, which is 11% below its 10-year median of 9.00. GuruFocus rates HPHTF with a GF Score™ of 92/100 and a GF Value™ of $13.95 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Hamamatsu Photonics KK has the Financial Strength Rank of 8. It shows strong financial strength and is unlikely to fall into distressed situations.

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). The higher, the better.
2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.
3. Altman Z-Score.
4. Other debt related ratios.

A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 12.55. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's debt to revenue ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.40. As of today, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Altman Z-Score is 4.13.


Hamamatsu Photonics KK  (OTCPK:HPHTF) Financial Strength Explanation

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates a stronger financial position, with companies rated 7 or above considered financially stable and unlikely to face distress. Conversely, a score of 3 or below suggests potential financial difficulties, indicating a higher risk of distress.

Hamamatsu Photonics KK has the Financial Strength Rank of 8. It shows strong financial strength and is unlikely to fall into distressed situations.


Hamamatsu Photonics KK Financial Strength Related Terms


HPHTF vs APH, GLW, TEL: Financial Strength Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Financial Strength, along with its competitors' market caps and Financial Strength data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Hamamatsu Photonics KK Financial Strength vs Hardware Industry

For the Hardware industry and Technology sector, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Financial Strength distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Financial Strength falls into.


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Hamamatsu Photonics KK Financial Strength Calculation

GuruFocus Financial Strength Rank measures how strong a company's financial situation is. It is based on these factors

A company ranks high with financial strength is likely to withstand any business slowdowns and recessions.

1. The debt burden that the company has as measured by its Interest Coverage (current year). The higher, the better.

Note: If both Interest Expense and Interest Income are empty, while Net Interest Income is negative, then use Net Interest Income as Interest Expense.

Interest Coverage is a ratio that determines how easily a company can pay interest expenses on outstanding debt. It is calculated by dividing a company's Operating Income (EBIT) by its Interest Expense:

Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Interest Expense for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $-4 Mil. Its Operating Income for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $48 Mil. And its Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $176 Mil.

Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Interest Coverage for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is

Interest Coverage=-1*Operating Income (Q: Mar. 2026 )/Interest Expense (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=-1*48.014/-3.825
=12.55

The higher the ratio, the stronger the company's financial strength is.

2. Debt to revenue ratio. The lower, the better.

Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Debt to Revenue Ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is

Debt to Revenue Ratio=Total Debt (Q: Mar. 2026 ) / Revenue
=(Short-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation + Long-Term Debt & Capital Lease Obligation) / Revenue
=(431.603 + 175.785) / 1527.224
=0.40

3. Altman Z-Score.

Z-Score model is an accurate forecaster of failure up to two years prior to distress. It can be considered the assessment of the distress of industrial corporations.

The zones of discrimination were as such:

When Z-Score is less than 1.81, it is in Distress Zones.
When Z-Score is greater than 2.99, it is in Safe Zones.
When Z-Score is between 1.81 and 2.99, it is in Grey Zones.

Hamamatsu Photonics KK has a Z-score of 4.13, indicating it is in Safe Zones. This implies the Z-Score is strong.

Good Sign:

Altman Z-score of 4.13 is strong.

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Financial Strength →
What does a Financial Strength of 8 mean?
Hamamatsu Photonics KK (HPHTF) has a Financial Strength of 8 as of Mar. 2026. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on Hamamatsu Photonics KK and its competitors. This is 11% below median its historical median of 9.00. Over the past decade, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Financial Strength has ranged from 8.00 to 10.00.
Is Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Financial Strength too high?
Hamamatsu Photonics KK's current Financial Strength of 8 is 11% below median its 10-year median of 9.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 8.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, Hamamatsu Photonics KK has a GF Score™ of 92/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Financial Strength compare to APH and GLW?
Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Financial Strength of 8 can be compared against companies in the Hardware industry. Historically, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's own Financial Strength has ranged from 8.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Financial Strength for a Hardware company?
A good Financial Strength depends on the Hardware industry context. However, Financial Strength should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Financial Strength mean?
A high Financial Strength can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The financial strength rank measures the strength of a company's balance sheet based on revenue and debt. View historical data on Hamamatsu Photonics KK and its competitors. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's current Financial Strength is 8, which is 11% below median its own 10-year median of 9.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Hamamatsu Photonics KK stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hamamatsu Photonics KK (HPHTF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $13.95, compared to a current price of $14.68 — trading 5.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Financial Strength is 8, which is 11% below median its 10-year median of 9.00. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's overall GF Score™ is 92/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Financial Strength calculated?
Financial Strength is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Hamamatsu Photonics KK (HPHTF), the current Financial Strength is 8 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Hamamatsu Photonics KK (HPHTF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hamamatsu Photonics KK stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $14.68 is trading 5.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of $13.95. GuruFocus considers Hamamatsu Photonics KK to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for HPHTF:

  • Financial Strength: 8 (11% below median its 10-year median of 9.00)
  • GF Value™: $13.95 vs. price of $14.68 (5.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 92/100 with 4 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the HPHTF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Hamamatsu Photonics KK Business Description

Address 1126-1 Ichino-cho, Chuo-ku, Hamamatsu, JPN, 435-8558
Hamamatsu Photonics KK is a Japan-based company engaged in the development, manufacture, and sale of optical and electronic devices. The company operates through four reportable segments: Electron Tube, Optical Semiconductor, Imaging and Measuring Instruments, and Laser Businesses. Its products include photomultiplier tubes, optical semiconductor components, imaging and measuring instruments, and laser-related products.
92GF Score

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