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

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HPHTF Hamamatsu Photonics KK HPHTF
91 GF Score
Price $13.99
GF Value $12.34
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Hamamatsu Photonics KK Profitability Rank?

Hamamatsu Photonics KK HPHTF 91 Profitability Rank 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 91/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.34 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review.

Hamamatsu Photonics KK has the Profitability Rank of 8. It has a higher profitability and may stay that way.

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %
2. Piotroski F-Score
3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.
4. Consistency of the profitability
5. Predictability Rank

A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 12.58%. As of today, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Piotroski F-Score is 4.


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HPHTF vs APH, GLW: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Electronic Components subindustry, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Profitability Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and Profitability Rank 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 Profitability Rank vs Hardware Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Profitability Rank falls into.


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Hamamatsu Photonics KK Profitability Rank Calculation

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way.

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

Hamamatsu Photonics KK has the Profitability Rank of 8. It has a higher profitability and may stay that way.

Profitability Rank is not directly related to the Financial Strength. But if a company is consistently profitable, its financial strength will be stronger.

Profitability Rank is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %

Operating Margin % - also known as operating income margin, operating profit margin and return on sales (ROS) - is the ratio of Operating Income divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.

Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as:

Operating Margin %=Operating Income (Q: Mar. 2026 ) / Revenue (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=48.014 / 381.806
=12.58 %

* 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.

2. Piotroski F-Score

The zones of discrimination were as such:

Good or high score = 8 or 9
Bad or low score = 0 or 1

Hamamatsu Photonics KK has an F-score of 4 indicating the company's financial situation is typical for a stable company.

3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.

Warning Sign:

Hamamatsu Photonics KK operating margin has been in a 5-year decline. The average rate of decline per year is -11.8%.

4. Consistency of the profitability

5. Predictability Rank

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Profitability Rank →
What does a Profitability Rank of 8 mean?
Hamamatsu Photonics KK (HPHTF) has a Profitability Rank of 8 as of Mar. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. 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 Profitability Rank has ranged from 7.00 to 9.00.
Is Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Profitability Rank too high?
Hamamatsu Photonics KK's current Profitability Rank 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 7.00 to a high of 9.00. Overall, Hamamatsu Photonics KK has a GF Score™ of 91/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Profitability Rank compare to APH and GLW?
Hamamatsu Photonics KK's Profitability Rank of 8 can be compared against companies in the Hardware industry. Historically, Hamamatsu Photonics KK's own Profitability Rank has ranged from 7.00 to 9.00 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 Profitability Rank for a Hardware company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Hardware industry context. However, Profitability Rank 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 Profitability Rank mean?
A high Profitability Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Hamamatsu Photonics KK and its competitors. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's current Profitability Rank 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 Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.34, compared to a current price of $13.99 — trading 13.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 8, which is 11% below median its 10-year median of 9.00. Hamamatsu Photonics KK's overall GF Score™ is 91/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Profitability Rank calculated?
Profitability Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Hamamatsu Photonics KK (HPHTF), the current Profitability Rank 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 $13.99 is trading 13.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $12.34. GuruFocus considers Hamamatsu Photonics KK to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HPHTF:

  • Profitability Rank: 8 (11% below median its 10-year median of 9.00)
  • GF Value™: $12.34 vs. price of $13.99 (13.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 91/100 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.
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