Sumitomo Forestry Co (TSE:1911) Altman Z-Score: 2.28 (As of Jul. 14, 2026) — 11% Below Median

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TSE:1911 Sumitomo Forestry Co Ltd TSE:1911
71 GF Score
Price 円1,317.50
GF Value 円1,986.22
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What is Sumitomo Forestry Co Altman Z-Score?

Sumitomo Forestry Co TSE:1911 -0.26% 71 Altman Z-Score is 2.28 as of Jul. 14, 2026, which is 11% below its 10-year median of 2.55. GuruFocus rates TSE:1911 with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,986.22 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 89 Homebuilding & Construction companies, Sumitomo Forestry Co ranks worse than 50.56% on this metric.

The Altman Z-Score is a model designed to predict the likelihood of a company going bankrupt within the next two years. Created by American finance professor Edward Altman in 1968, the model is specifically designed for publicly traded manufacturing companies with assets greater than $1 million.

Warning Sign:

Altman Z-score of 2.29 is in the grey area. This implies that the company is under some kind of financial stress. If it is below 1.8, the company may face bankruptcy risk.

Sumitomo Forestry Co has a Altman Z-Score of 2.28, indicating it is in Grey Zones. This implies that Sumitomo Forestry Co is in some kind of financial stress. If it is below 1.81, the company may face bankrupcy risk.

The zones of discrimination were as such:

When Altman Z-Score <= 1.8, it is in Distress Zones.
When Altman Z-Score >= 3, it is in Safe Zones.
When Altman Z-Score is between 1.8 and 3, it is in Grey Zones.

The historical rank and industry rank for Sumitomo Forestry Co's Altman Z-Score or its related term are showing as below:

TSE:1911' s Altman Z-Score Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 2.2   Med: 2.55   Max: 2.68
Current: 2.29

During the past 13 years, Sumitomo Forestry Co's highest Altman Z-Score was 2.68. The lowest was 2.20. And the median was 2.55.


Sumitomo Forestry Co  (TSE:1911) Altman Z-Score Explanation

X1: The Working Capital/Total Assets (WC/TA) ratio is a measure of the net liquid assets of the firm relative to the total capitalization. Working capital is defined as the difference between current assets and current liabilities. Ordinarily, a firm experiencing consistent operating losses will have shrinking current assets in relation to total assets. Altman found this one proved to be the most valuable liquidity ratio comparing with the current ratio and the quick ratio. This is however the least significant of the five factors.

X2: Retained Earnings/Total Assets: the RE/TA ratio measures the leverage of a firm. Retained earnings is the account which reports the total amount of reinvested earnings and/or losses of a firm over its entire life. Those firms with high RE, relative to TA, have financed their assets through retention of profits and have not utilized as much debt.

X3, Earnings Before Interest and Taxes/Total Assets (EBIT/TA): This ratio is a measure of the true productivity of the firm's assets, independent of any tax or leverage factors. Since a firm's ultimate existence is based on the earning power of its assets, this ratio appears to be particularly appropriate for studies dealing with corporate failure. This ratio continually outperforms other profitability measures, including cash flow.

X4, Market Value of Equity/Book Value of Total Liabilities (MVE/TL): The measure shows how much the firm's assets can decline in value (measured by market value of equity plus debt) before the liabilities exceed the assets and the firm becomes insolvent.

X5, Revenue/Total Assets (S/TA): The capital-turnover ratio is a standard financial ratio illustrating the sales generating ability of the firm's assets.

Read more about Altman Z-Score and the original research.


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Altman Z-Score does not apply to financial companies.


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Sumitomo Forestry Co Altman Z-Score Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sumitomo Forestry Co's Altman Z-Score can be seen below:

* 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.

Sumitomo Forestry Co Altman Z-Score Chart

Sumitomo Forestry Co Annual Data
Trend Mar16 Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Altman Z-Score
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Sumitomo Forestry Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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TSE:1911 vs DHI, PHM, LEN: Altman Z-Score Comparison

For the Residential Construction subindustry, Sumitomo Forestry Co's Altman Z-Score, along with its competitors' market caps and Altman Z-Score 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.


Sumitomo Forestry Co Altman Z-Score vs Homebuilding & Construction Industry

For the Homebuilding & Construction industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Sumitomo Forestry Co's Altman Z-Score distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Sumitomo Forestry Co's Altman Z-Score falls into.


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Sumitomo Forestry Co Altman Z-Score Calculation

Altman 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.

Sumitomo Forestry Co's Altman Z-Score for today is calculated with this formula:

Z=1.2*X1+1.4*X2+3.3*X3+0.6*X4+1.0*X5
=1.2*0.3835+1.4*0.2633+3.3*0.0723+0.6*0.5637+1.0*0.8757
=2.28

* 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. GuruFocus does not calculate Altman Z-Score when X4 or X5 value is 0.

Trailing Twelve Months (TTM) ended in Dec. 2025:
Total Assets was 円2,612,798 Mil.
Total Current Assets was 円1,719,533 Mil.
Total Current Liabilities was 円717,616 Mil.
Retained Earnings was 円687,989 Mil.
Pre-Tax Income was 31326 + 53507 + 39267 + 50182 = 円174,282 Mil.
Interest Expense was -4033 + -4210 + -3439 + -2905 = 円-14,587 Mil.
Revenue was 532063 + 633697 + 559130 + 563118 = 円2,288,008 Mil.
Market Cap (Today) was 円807,852 Mil.
Total Liabilities was 円1,433,076 Mil.

* Note that for stock reported semi-annually or annually, GuruFocus uses latest annual data as the TTM data.

X1=Working Capital/Total Assets
=(Total Current Assets - Total Current Liabilities)/Total Assets
=(1719533 - 717616)/2612798
=0.3835

X2=Retained Earnings/Total Assets
=687989/2612798
=0.2633

X3=Earnings Before Interest and Taxes/Total Assets
=(Pre-Tax Income - Interest Expense)/Total Assets
=(174282 - -14587)/2612798
=0.0723

X4=Market Value Equity/Book Value of Total Liabilities
=Market Cap/Total Liabilities
=807852.209/1433076
=0.5637

X5=Revenue/Total Assets
=2288008/2612798
=0.8757

The zones of discrimination were as such:

Distress Zones - 1.81 < Grey Zones < 2.99 - Safe Zones

Sumitomo Forestry Co has a Altman Z-Score of 2.28 indicating it is in Grey Zones.

Study by Altman found that companies that are in Distress Zone have more than 80% of chances of bankruptcy in two years.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Altman Z-Score →
What does a Altman Z-Score of 2.28 mean?
Sumitomo Forestry Co (TSE:1911) has a Altman Z-Score of 2.28 as of Jul. 14, 2026. The Altman Z-score measures a company's bankruptcy risk. View historical data on Sumitomo Forestry Co and its competitors. This is 11% below median its historical median of 2.55. Over the past decade, Sumitomo Forestry Co's Altman Z-Score has ranged from 2.20 to 2.68. According to the industry distribution chart, Sumitomo Forestry Co ranks #45 out of 89 companies in the Homebuilding & Construction industry, placing it in the top 50.6%.
Is Sumitomo Forestry Co's Altman Z-Score too high?
Sumitomo Forestry Co's current Altman Z-Score of 2.28 is 11% below median its 10-year median of 2.55. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 2.20 to a high of 2.68. The Homebuilding & Construction industry median Altman Z-Score is 2.29. Sumitomo Forestry Co's value of 2.28 is 0.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sumitomo Forestry Co ranks #45 out of 89 companies in the Homebuilding & Construction industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Sumitomo Forestry Co has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sumitomo Forestry Co's Altman Z-Score compare to DHI and PHM?
According to the Homebuilding & Construction industry distribution chart, Sumitomo Forestry Co ranks #45 out of 89 companies for Altman Z-Score. This places Sumitomo Forestry Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Altman Z-Score is 2.29. Sumitomo Forestry Co's value of 2.28 is 0.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Sumitomo Forestry Co's own Altman Z-Score has ranged from 2.20 to 2.68 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 2.55 vs. the industry median of 2.29, Sumitomo Forestry Co has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Altman Z-Score for a Homebuilding & Construction company?
The median Altman Z-Score among Homebuilding & Construction companies is 2.29, based on 89 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Altman Z-Score significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Altman Z-Score should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Sumitomo Forestry Co's current Altman Z-Score of 2.28 is 0.4% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Altman Z-Score mean?
A high Altman Z-Score can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. The Altman Z-score measures a company's bankruptcy risk. View historical data on Sumitomo Forestry Co and its competitors. For the Homebuilding & Construction industry, the median Altman Z-Score is 2.29 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sumitomo Forestry Co's current Altman Z-Score is 2.28, which is 11% below median its own 10-year median of 2.55. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sumitomo Forestry Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sumitomo Forestry Co (TSE:1911) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,986.22, compared to a current price of 円1,317.50 — trading 33.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Altman Z-Score is 2.28, which is 11% below median its 10-year median of 2.55 and 0.4% below the Homebuilding & Construction industry median of 2.29. Sumitomo Forestry Co's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 4 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Altman Z-Score calculated?
Altman Z-Score is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Sumitomo Forestry Co (TSE:1911), the current Altman Z-Score is 2.28 as of Jul. 14, 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 Sumitomo Forestry Co (TSE:1911) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sumitomo Forestry Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円1,317.50 is trading 33.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,986.22. GuruFocus considers Sumitomo Forestry Co to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for TSE:1911:

  • Altman Z-Score: 2.28 (11% below median its 10-year median of 2.55)
  • GF Value™: 円1,986.22 vs. price of 円1,317.50 (33.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 0.4% below the Homebuilding & Construction median (#45 of 89)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:1911 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Sumitomo Forestry Co Business Description

Other Exchanges SMFRF:USA5F6:Germany
Address 1-3-2 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 100-8270
Website https://sfc.jp
Sumitomo Forestry Co Ltd is a Japan-based company engaged in the timber, housing, and environmental businesses. The company operates through four reportable segments: Timber Building Materials Business, Housing Business, Construction and Real Estate Business, and Resources and Environment Business. The Timber Building Materials Business purchases, manufactures, and sells timber and building materials. The Housing Business handles housing construction, renovation, and real estate brokerage. The Construction and Real Estate Business develops condominiums, apartment buildings, and commercial complexes. The Resources and Environment Business focuses on renewable energy and forestry resource operations. It generates the majority of revenue from the Construction and real estate business segment.
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