SMC (SMECF) Stock Price, News & Analysis

Company Overview

SMC Corporation (OTCMKTS: SMECF) is a global leader in the design, manufacture and sale of pneumatic and electric automation components. The company’s product portfolio includes air cylinders, directional control valves, air treatment equipment, fittings, tubing and vacuum components, as well as electric actuators and grippers for industrial automation. SMC’s components are widely used to control motion, pressure and flow in manufacturing processes, with particular strength in applications such as automotive assembly, semiconductor production, food and beverage processing, pharmaceuticals and packaging.

Founded in 1959 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, SMC has grown from a domestic manufacturer of pneumatic equipment into a multinational enterprise with a direct presence in more than 80 countries. Its global network comprises production facilities, sales offices and service centers across Asia, Europe, the Americas and the Middle East. This extensive footprint enables SMC to offer localized technical support, fast delivery of standard and custom products, and training services to engineers, OEMs and end-users around the world.

SMC’s research and development organization focuses on innovation in energy efficiency, miniaturization and smart manufacturing. The company has invested in sensor integration, digital networking protocols and predictive maintenance solutions that align with Industry 4.0 and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Through partnerships with universities and technology consortia, SMC pursues advances in mechatronics and control systems intended to reduce cycle times, lower operating costs and enhance system reliability.

Leadership at SMC is anchored by a board of directors and an executive team with extensive expertise in engineering, global supply chain management and sales. The company traces its origins to Yohei Matsui’s founding vision of “SMC Pneumatics,” and today’s management continues to emphasize a customer-centric approach, continuous improvement and environmental stewardship. SMC maintains certifications for quality, safety and environmental management, reflecting its commitment to sustainable growth and operational excellence.

Key Stats

• Today's Range: $330.96 to $357.75
• 50-Day Range: $327.43 to $405.55
• 52-Week Range: $287.25 to $509.97
• Volume: 1,557 shs
• Average Volume: 4,172 shs
• Market Capitalization: N/A
• P/E Ratio: 0.25
• Dividend Yield: 40.17%
• Price Target: N/A
• Consensus Rating: N/A

SMC Stock Analysis - MarketRank™

SMC scored higher than 5% 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 SMC.

Earnings and Valuation

• Score: 1.3 / 5
• Proj. Earnings Growth: N/A

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. the Market

The P/E ratio of SMC is 0.25, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the market average P/E ratio of about 26.51.

Price to Earnings Ratio vs. Sector

The P/E ratio of SMC is 0.25, which means that it is trading at a less expensive P/E ratio than the Industrials sector average P/E ratio of about 25.26.

Short Interest

• Score: 0.0 / 5
• Short Interest Level: Bearish

Percentage of Shares Shorted

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

SMC has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 39.3, which indicates bearish sentiment.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in SMC has recently increased by 13.49%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

Dividend

• Score: 0.8 / 5
• Dividend Strength: Weak

Dividend Yield

SMC has a dividend yield of 0.48%, which is in the bottom 25% of all stocks that pay dividends.

Dividend Growth

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

Dividend Coverage

The dividend payout ratio of SMC is 10.07%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%.

Sustainability and ESG

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

Percentage of Shares Shorted

Short Interest Ratio / Days to Cover

SMC has a short interest ratio ("days to cover") of 39.3, which indicates bearish sentiment.

Change versus previous month

Short interest in SMC has recently increased by 13.49%, indicating that investor sentiment is decreasing significantly.

News and Social Media

• Score: 1.9 / 5
• News Sentiment: 0.38

News Sentiment

SMC has a news sentiment score of 0.38. 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 0.68 average news sentiment score of Industrials companies.

News Coverage This Week

MarketBeat has tracked 8 news articles for SMC this week, compared to 3 articles on an average week.

Company Ownership

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

Insider Buying vs. Insider Selling

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

Percentage Held by Institutions

Only 29.89% of the stock of SMC is held by institutions.

SMECF Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

How have SMECF shares performed this year?

SMC's stock was trading at $385.00 on January 1st, 2025. Since then, SMECF shares have decreased by 7.1% and is now trading at $357.75.

How do I buy shares of SMC?

Shares of SMECF 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

• Today: 7/18/2025
• Next Earnings (Estimated): 8/07/2025

Industry, Sector and Symbol

• Stock Exchange: OTCMKTS
• Sector: Industrials
• Industry: Specialty Industrial Machinery
• Sub-Industry: N/A
• Current Symbol: OTCMKTS:SMECF
• CIK: N/A
• Web: www.smcworld.com
• Phone: (135) 207-8271
• Fax: N/A
• Employees: 23,171
• Year Founded: N/A

Profitability

• EPS (Trailing Twelve Months): N/A
• Trailing P/E Ratio: 0.24
• Forward P/E Ratio: N/A
• P/E Growth: N/A
• Net Income: N/A
• Net Margins: N/A
• Pretax Margin: N/A
• Return on Equity: N/A
• Return on Assets: N/A

Debt

• Debt-to-Equity Ratio: N/A
• Current Ratio: N/A
• Quick Ratio: N/A

Sales & Book Value

• Annual Sales: N/A
• Price / Sales: N/A
• Cash Flow: N/A
• Price / Cash Flow: N/A
• Book Value: N/A
• Price / Book: N/A

Miscellaneous

• Outstanding Shares: N/A
• Free Float: N/A
• Market Cap: N/A
• Optionable: Not Optionable
• Beta: N/A