Komatsu (KMTUY) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

Komatsu Ltd. (OTCMKTS: KMTUY) is a Japanese multinational corporation established in 1921 in Komatsu, Ishikawa Prefecture. Over the past century, it has grown into one of the world’s leading manufacturers of construction, mining, and industrial equipment, second only to Caterpillar in global market share. Komatsu’s early expansion was marked by the production of its first steam shovel in 1923 and the introduction of diesel-powered bulldozers in the 1930s, laying the foundation for its reputation in heavy machinery.

The company’s product lineup encompasses a wide range of machinery and vehicles tailored to industries such as construction, mining, forestry, and utilities. Key offerings include hydraulic excavators, bulldozers, wheel loaders, dump trucks, compact track loaders and skid steers, as well as specialized equipment for underground mining. Komatsu also manufactures industrial presses, engines, and precision components for automotive and energy sectors, reflecting its diversified engineering capabilities.

In parallel with its hardware business, Komatsu has invested heavily in digital solutions and services designed to enhance equipment productivity and safety. The Komatsu SMARTCONSTRUCTION™ platform integrates GPS, machine-control systems and 3D modeling to optimize jobsite efficiency, while KOMTRAX® telematics offers real-time remote monitoring of machine health and utilization. The company further supports customers through maintenance programs, training services and lifecycle management tools aimed at minimizing downtime and lowering total cost of ownership.

Headquartered in Tokyo with major manufacturing facilities across Japan, North America, Europe, Asia and Latin America, Komatsu serves a global customer base in over 150 countries. Under the leadership of President and CEO Tetsuji Ohashi, the company continues to pursue technological innovation, including autonomous haulage systems for mines and collaborative robotics. Komatsu’s commitment to sustainability is reflected in its efforts to develop electric and hydrogen-powered equipment, as well as initiatives to reduce carbon emissions across its operations and products.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $32.61 to $33.20
• 50-Day Range: $29.17 to $33.22
• 52-Week Range: $24.05 to $33.82
• Volume: 76,671 shs
• Average Volume: 227,856 shs
• Market Capitalization: $31.13 billion
• P/E Ratio: 10.53
• Dividend Yield: 3.97%
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: Hold

Komatsu Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

Komatsu scored higher than 38% of companies evaluated by MarketBeat. Scores are calculated by averaging available category scores, with extra weight given to analysis and valuation.

Analyst's Opinion

• Score: N/A
• Analyst Rating: N/A

Consensus Rating

There is not enough analysis data for Komatsu.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 1.3 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: -2.56%

Earnings Growth

Earnings for Komatsu are expected to decrease by -2.56% in the coming year, from $2.73 to $2.66 per share.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of Komatsu is 10.53, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 25.90.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of Komatsu is 10.53, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Industrials sector average P/E ratio of about 25.12.

Price to Earnings Growth Ratio

Komatsu has a PEG Ratio of 6.49. PEG Ratios above 1 indicate that a company could be overvalued.

Short Interest

• Score: 3.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Healthy

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.01% of the float of Komatsu has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Komatsu has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 0.2, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Komatsu has recently increased by 317.99%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 3.3 / 5
• Dividend Strength: Strong

Dividend Leadership

Komatsu is a leading dividend payer. It pays a dividend yield of 3.93%, putting its dividend yield in the top 25% of dividend-paying stocks.

Dividend Growth

Komatsu does not have a long track record of dividend growth.

Dividend Coverage

The dividend payout ratio of Komatsu is 41.80%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.

Dividend Sustainability

Based on earnings estimates, Komatsu will have a dividend payout ratio of 48.87% next year. This indicates that Komatsu will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.

Sustainability and ESG

• Score: N/A
• Environmental Score: N/A

Percentage of Shares Shorted

0.01% of the float of Komatsu has been sold short.

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

Komatsu has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 0.2, which is generally considered an acceptable ratio of short interest to trading volume.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in Komatsu has recently increased by 317.99%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 2.4 / 5
• News Sentiment: 0.36

News Sentiment

Komatsu has a news sentiment score of 0.36. This score is calculated as an average of sentiment of articles about the company over the last seven days and ranges from 2 (good news) to -2 (bad news). This is a lower news sentiment than the 0.71 average news sentiment score of Industrials companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 3 news articles for Komatsu this week, compared to 1 article on an average week.

Search Interest

1 people have searched for KMTUY on MarketBeat in the last 30 days.

Company Ownership

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Insider Trading: N/A

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

In the past three months, Komatsu insiders have not sold or bought any company stock.

Percentage Held by Insiders

Only 2.91% of the stock of Komatsu is held by insiders.

Percentage Held by Institutions

Only 0.19% of the stock of Komatsu is held by institutions.

KMTUY Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have KMTUY shares performed this year?

Komatsu's stock was trading at $27.32 at the beginning of the year. Since then, KMTUY shares have increased by 19.8% and is now trading at $32.74.

How were Komatsu's earnings last quarter?

Komatsu Ltd. (OTCMKTS:KMTUY) released its earnings results on Monday, April, 28th. The industrial products company reported $0.92 earnings per share for the quarter, beating analysts' consensus estimates of $0.75 by $0.17. The industrial products company earned $8.03 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1,082.32 billion. Komatsu had a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 13.56% and a net margin of 10.70%.

How do I buy shares of Komatsu?

Shares of KMTUY stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.

Company Calendar

• Last Earnings: 4/28/2025
• Today: 7/11/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 8/04/2025
• Fiscal Year End: 3/31/2026

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
• Sector: Industrials
• Industry: MACH - CONST/MNG
• Sub-Industry: Personal Services
• Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:KMTUY
• CIK: N/A
• Web: www.komatsu.com
• Phone: (135) 561-4711
• Fax: 813-3586-0374
• Employees: 65,738
• Year Founded: 1921

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): $3.11
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 10.53
• Forward P/E Ratio: 11.99
• P/E Growth: 6.5
• Net Income: $2.89 billion
• Net Margins: 10.70%
• Pretax Margin: N/A
• Return on Equity: 13.56%
• Return on Assets: 7.56%

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: 0.16
• Current Ratio: 1.91
• Quick Ratio: 1.04

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: $26.95 billion
• Price / Sales: 1.16
• Cash Flow: $4.11 per share
• Price / Cash Flow: 7.97
• Book Value: N/A
• Price / Book: N/A

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: 950,950,000
• Free Float: 923,280,000
• Market Cap: $31.13 billion
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: 0.96