Ajinomoto Overview
- Year Founded
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1909
- Status
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Public
- Employees
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43,205
- Stock Symbol
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2802
- Investments
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54
- Share Price
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$22.77
- (As of Friday Closing)
Ajinomoto General Information
Description
Ajinomoto Co Inc is Japan's food company specializing in amino acids and seasonings derived from amino acid fermentation technologies. It also produces processed foods including dry soup mixes, frozen foods, and beverage products. Apart from the consumer business, it is a key supplier of MSG and nucleotides to world-wide food manufacturers including Nestle. The food business represents nearly three fourths of group sales and 80%-plus of profits with nearly two thirds generated overseas. Healthcare and function materials (mainly Ajinomoto build-up film, or ABF), the key growth drivers through 2030, make up the balance of its business portfolio. The nonfood businesses are expected to contribute half of the group profits by 2030, boosted by ABF and CDMO growth.
Contact Information
Website
www.ajinomoto.co.jpCorporate Office
- 1-15-1 Kyobashi
- Chuo-ku
- Tokyo, 104-8315
- Japan
Corporate Office
- 1-15-1 Kyobashi
- Chuo-ku
- Tokyo, 104-8315
- Japan
Ajinomoto Stock Performance
As of 16-May-2025, Ajinomoto’s stock price is $22.77. Its current market cap is $22.9B with 1.01B shares.
(As of Friday Closing)
| Stock Price | Previous Close | 52 wk Range | Market Cap | Shares | Average Volume | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $22.77 | $22.56 | $16.77 - $23.02 | $22.9B | 1.01B | 2.81M | $0.23 |
Ajinomoto Financials Summary
As of 31-Mar-2025, Ajinomoto has a trailing 12-month revenue of $10B.
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In Thousands, USD |
TTM 31-Mar-2025 | FY 2025 31-Mar-2025 | FY 2024 31-Mar-2024 | FY 2023 31-Mar-2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV | 22,167,707 | 22,167,707 | 21,717,054 | 20,292,243 |
| Revenue | 10,037,377 | 10,037,377 | 9,960,777 | 10,039,125 |
| EBITDA | 1,314,412 | 1,314,412 | 1,557,065 | 1,630,559 |
| Net Income | 460,843 | 460,843 | 602,956 | 694,813 |
| Total Assets | 11,501,630 | 11,501,630 | 11,724,447 | 11,345,412 |
| Total Debt | 3,042,942 | 3,042,942 | 2,923,647 | 2,165,644 |
Ajinomoto Valuation & Funding
| Deal Type | Date | Amount | Valuation/ EBITDA |
Post-Val | Status | Debt |
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Ajinomoto Competitors (38)
One of Ajinomoto’s 38 competitors is Yamaehisano Company, a Corporation company based in Fukuoka, Japan.
| Company Name | Financing Status | Location | Employees | Total Raised | Last Financing Date/Type | Last Financing Amount |
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| Yamaehisano Company | Corporation | Fukuoka, Japan | ||||
| Kellanova | Corporate Backed or Acquired | Battle Creek, MI | ||||
| Unilever Pakistan Foods | Corporation | Karachi, Pakistan | ||||
| Danone | Corporation | Paris, France | ||||
| Beijing Salion Food | Private Equity-Backed | Beijing, China |
Ajinomoto Patents
Ajinomoto Recent Patent Activity
| Publication ID | Patent Title | Status | First Filing Date | Technology (CPC) | Citations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP-2024042695-A | Resin composition | Pending | 07-Dec-2023 | ||
| JP-2025076880-A | Anti-fatigue drugs for cancer-related fatigue | Pending | 02-Nov-2023 | ||
| JP-2025076122-A | Seasoning for microwave cooking and its manufacturing method | Pending | 01-Nov-2023 | ||
| JP-2025075589-A | Resin composition | Pending | 31-Oct-2023 | ||
| JP-2025073839-A | Packaging bag | Pending | 27-Oct-2023 |
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Ajinomoto Investments & Acquisitions (54)
Ajinomoto’s most recent deal was a Early Stage VC with Somite Therapeutics for . The deal was made on 13-May-2025.
| Company Name | Deal Date | Deal Type | Deal Size | Industry | Lead Partner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Somite Therapeutics | 13-May-2025 | Early Stage VC | Discovery Tools (Healthcare) | ||
| Enhanced Medical Nutrition | 14-Jan-2025 | Later Stage VC | Food Products | ||
| Ascend (Biotechnology) | 12-Nov-2024 | Early Stage VC | Biotechnology | ||
| Safire Technology Group | 03-Oct-2024 | Seed Round | Other Materials | ||
| Forge Biologics | 21-Dec-2023 | Merger/Acquisition | Drug Discovery |
Ajinomoto ESG
Risk Overview
Risk Rating
Updated April, 25, 2025
24.51 | Med Risk
Risk Scale
A lower score indicates better sustainability
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0-10
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10-20
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20-30
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30-40
Severe
40+
Exposure
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Management
Management is related to actions taken to manage ESG issues
Peers Analysis
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Ajinomoto Exits (9)
Ajinomoto’s most recent exit was on 04-Apr-2013 from Ajinomoto Bio-Pharma. The exit was categorized as .
| Company Name | Exit Date | Exit Type | Exit Size | Status | Buyers |
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| Ajinomoto Bio-Pharma | 04-Apr-2013 | Completed |
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| Calpis | 11-Jun-2007 | Completed |
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| House Gaban | 15-May-2006 | Completed |
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| Amoy | 12-Jan-2006 | Completed |
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| House Gaban | 13-May-2004 | PIPE | Completed |
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Ajinomoto Affiliates
Subsidiaries (8)
| Name | Industry | Location | Year Founded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forge Biologics | Grove City, OH | 2020 | |
| Ajinomoto Cellist Korea | Incheon, South Korea | 2012 | |
| Cambrooke Therapeutics | Ayer, MA | 2000 | |
| More Than Gourmet | Akron, OH | 1993 | |
| Ajinomoto AGF | Tokyo, Japan | 1973 |
Ajinomoto FAQs
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When was Ajinomoto founded?
Ajinomoto was founded in 1909.
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Where is Ajinomoto headquartered?
Ajinomoto is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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What is the size of Ajinomoto?
Ajinomoto has 43,205 total employees.
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What industry is Ajinomoto in?
Ajinomoto’s primary industry is Food Products.
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Is Ajinomoto a private or public company?
Ajinomoto is a Public company.
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What is Ajinomoto’s stock symbol?
The ticker symbol for Ajinomoto is 2802.
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What is the current stock price of Ajinomoto?
As of 16-May-2025 the stock price of Ajinomoto is $22.77.
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What is the current market cap of Ajinomoto?
The current market capitalization of Ajinomoto is $22.9B.
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What is Ajinomoto’s current revenue?
The trailing twelve month revenue for Ajinomoto is $10B.
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Who are Ajinomoto’s competitors?
Yamaehisano Company, Kellanova, Unilever Pakistan Foods, Danone, and Beijing Salion Food are some of the 38 competitors of Ajinomoto.
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What is Ajinomoto’s annual earnings per share (EPS)?
Ajinomoto’s EPS for 12 months was $0.23.
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