Kao Stock Price, News & Analysis
Company Description
Kao (OTC Link: KAOCF) is a publicly traded household & personal products company in the Consumer Defensive sector. The company has a market capitalization of $22.1B.
KAOCF stock has declined 14.2% over the past year. Shares last traded at $39.60.
This page provides a comprehensive overview of KAOCF stock, including real-time price data, latest news, SEC filings, insider trading activity, financial highlights, upcoming events, and short interest trends.
Stock Performance
Kao (KAOCF) stock last traded at $39.60. Over the past 12 months, the stock has lost 14.2%. At a market capitalization of $22.1B, KAOCF is classified as a large-cap stock with approximately 452.3M shares outstanding.
Latest News
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Short Interest History
Short interest in Kao (KAOCF) currently stands at 296.5 thousand shares, down 18.4% from the previous reporting period, representing 0.1% of the float. Over the past 12 months, short interest has decreased by 17%. This relatively low short interest suggests limited bearish sentiment. With 370.7 days to cover, it would take significant time for short sellers to close their positions based on average trading volume.
Days to Cover History
Days to cover for Kao (KAOCF) currently stands at 370.7 days. This elevated days-to-cover ratio indicates it would take over two weeks of average trading volume for short sellers to exit their positions, suggesting potential for a short squeeze if positive news emerges. The days to cover has increased 36.7% over the past year, indicating either rising short interest or declining trading volume. The ratio has shown significant volatility over the period, ranging from 5.8 to 1000.0 days.
KAOCF Company Profile & Sector Positioning
Kao (KAOCF) operates in the Household & Personal Products industry within the broader Consumer Defensive sector and is listed on the OTC Link.
Investors comparing KAOCF often look at related companies in the same sector, including KAO CORP (KAOOY), Essity (ETTYF), Shiseido (SSDOY), Bic Sa (BICEY), and L'Oreal (LRLCY). Comparing financial metrics, valuation ratios, and stock performance across these peers can help investors evaluate KAOCF's relative position within its industry.