What changed in Hitachi Construction Machinery’s FY2026 guidance?

Management increased FY2026 net profit guidance to ¥78 billion, about 5% above the prior view and above the QUICK consensus of ¥75.8 billion. Despite the raise, net profit is still guided to be down 4% year over year, reflecting mix and cost factors. Regional strength in Europe and Asia supported the update.

How did Europe and Asia demand support today’s update?

Orders and utilization improved across Europe and Asia, driven by replacement needs, infrastructure work, and steady mining activity. These regions supported excavator and wheel loader sales, plus higher margin parts and services. The mix helped stabilize pricing and margins, offsetting softer spots elsewhere and underpinning the guidance raise.

Is Hitachi Construction Machinery expensive after the move?

At ¥5,137, the stock trades at 12.32 times TTM EPS, 0.79 times sales, and 1.29 times book, with EV to EBITDA of 6.57 and a 3.66% dividend yield. Those levels sit near historical mid range for a cyclical industrial, suggesting the shares are reasonably valued if margins hold.

What key risks could pressure the outlook from here?

A slowdown in Europe or Asia construction and mining activity, FX volatility, or higher input costs could squeeze margins. Prolonged inventory days may weigh on cash conversion. Any delays in backlog delivery or weaker pricing could challenge the FY2026 targets and keep the share price in a range.

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6305.T Stock Today: January 29 Guidance Raised on EU/Asia Demand

ByDanny Kontos January 29, 2026January 29, 2026

Hitachi Construction Machinery raised its FY2026 guidance as Europe and Asia demand strengthened, supporting sentiment for shares of 6305.T. The company now targets net profit of ¥78 billion for FY2026, above consensus, while 3Q cumulative pretax profit reached ¥91.972 billion. As of today, the stock trades at ¥5,137, up 0.57%. We review what changed, how regional orders are shaping margins, and what the latest metrics mean for investors in Japan. Hitachi Construction Machinery remains a key industrial bellwether.