Annuncio • May 15
SECOM CO., LTD., Annual General Meeting, Jun 26, 2026 SECOM CO., LTD., Annual General Meeting, Jun 26, 2026. Annuncio • May 14
SECOM CO., LTD. (TSE:9735) announces an Equity Buyback for 23,000,000 shares, representing 5.69% for ¥100,000 million. SECOM CO., LTD. (TSE:9735) announces a share repurchase program. Under the program, the company will repurchase up to 23,000,000 shares, representing 5.69% of its issued share capital, for ¥100,000 million. The purpose of the program is to enhance shareholder returns and improve capital efficiency. The program will continue through February 25, 2027 . As of March 31, 2026, the company had 404,461,149 issued shares (excluding treasury stock) and 62,138,647 treasury shares. Notizie in diretta • May 13
Secom Reports Record Profits Raises Dividend Target and Announces ¥100b Share Buyback Secom reported record-high sales and profits across all business segments, including security, fire protection and insurance, and updated its Road Map 2027 dividend policy with a target payout ratio of around 45%.
The company now forecasts an annual dividend of 120 yen per share by fiscal 2027 and plans to conduct share buybacks, while indicating that profits may be lower as investment gains normalize.
Secom outlined a long-term 2040 vision centered on its ANSHIN Platform, aiming to offer more proactive, data-driven security services, and introduced a restricted stock plan to more closely link executive compensation to long-term value creation.
The combination of record results, a higher dividend target and a ¥100b share buyback plan signals a clear focus on shareholder returns. At the same time, the 2040 vision and ANSHIN Platform highlight continued investment in the core security and peace-of-mind services business model.
Investors may want to weigh the appeal of the richer capital return framework against the company’s indication that profits could be lower as one-off investment gains normalize, and consider how the new executive stock plan might influence management’s approach to risk and long-term growth. Reported Earnings • May 13
Full year 2026 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations Full year 2026 results: EPS: JP¥276 (up from JP¥260 in FY 2025). Revenue: JP¥1.26t (up 4.7% from FY 2025). Net income: JP¥112.7b (up 4.2% from FY 2025). Profit margin: 9.0% (in line with FY 2025). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) surpassed analyst estimates by 2.8%. Revenue is forecast to grow 3.8% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.3% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 6% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 9% per year. Annuncio • Mar 27
SECOM CO., LTD. to Report Fiscal Year 2026 Results on May 12, 2026 SECOM CO., LTD. announced that they will report fiscal year 2026 results on May 12, 2026 Upcoming Dividend • Mar 23
Upcoming dividend of JP¥50.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 March 2026. Payment date: 29 June 2026. Payout ratio is a comfortable 20% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.7%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.6%). Lower than average of industry peers (2.0%). Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Mar 23
Now 21% undervalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 3.0% to JP¥5,826. The fair value is estimated to be JP¥7,408, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 4.4% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 6.2%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 2.9% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 4.3% per annum over the same time period. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Mar 03
Now 20% undervalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 8.4% to JP¥5,923. The fair value is estimated to be JP¥7,408, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 4.4% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 6.2%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 2.9% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 4.3% per annum over the same time period. Reported Earnings • Feb 14
Third quarter 2026 earnings released: EPS: JP¥72.55 (vs JP¥69.98 in 3Q 2025) Third quarter 2026 results: EPS: JP¥72.55 (up from JP¥69.98 in 3Q 2025). Revenue: JP¥316.3b (up 3.9% from 3Q 2025). Net income: JP¥29.4b (up 1.2% from 3Q 2025). Profit margin: 9.3% (in line with 3Q 2025). Revenue is forecast to grow 2.8% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.0% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 6% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 16% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Annuncio • Feb 13
SECOM CO., LTD. Provides Consolidated Earnings Guidance for the Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2026 SECOM CO., LTD. provided consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. For the full year, the company expects net sales of JPY 1,251,000 million, operating profit of JPY 150,000 million, profit attributable to owners of parent of JPY 103,400 million and basic earnings per share of JPY 253.46. Declared Dividend • Dec 09
First half dividend of JP¥50.00 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of JP¥50.00. Ex-date: 30th March 2026 Payment date: 29th June 2026 Dividend yield will be 1.8%, which is about the same as the industry average. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is well covered by both earnings (39% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (42% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 4.4% per year over the past 10 years and has been stable with no material reductions to payments, indicating a long track record of dividend growth and stability. EPS is expected to grow by 17% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Annuncio • Dec 06
SECOM CO., LTD. to Report Q3, 2026 Results on Feb 13, 2026 SECOM CO., LTD. announced that they will report Q3, 2026 results on Feb 13, 2026 Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Nov 28
Now 21% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 2.8% to JP¥5,298. The fair value is estimated to be JP¥6,700, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 4.6% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 7.1%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 2.8% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 4.1% per annum over the same time period. Reported Earnings • Nov 12
Second quarter 2026 earnings released: EPS: JP¥59.15 (vs JP¥62.13 in 2Q 2025) Second quarter 2026 results: EPS: JP¥59.15 (down from JP¥62.13 in 2Q 2025). Revenue: JP¥305.6b (up 5.7% from 2Q 2025). Net income: JP¥24.2b (down 6.2% from 2Q 2025). Profit margin: 7.9% (down from 8.9% in 2Q 2025). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.8% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.3% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 7% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 9% per year. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Oct 15
Now 20% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 3.0% to JP¥5,154. The fair value is estimated to be JP¥6,456, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 4.7% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 7.3%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 2.8% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 3.2% per annum over the same time period. Upcoming Dividend • Sep 22
Upcoming dividend of JP¥50.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 29 September 2025. Payment date: 09 December 2025. Payout ratio is a comfortable 38% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.8%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.6%). Lower than average of industry peers (2.1%). Annuncio • Sep 04
SECOM CO., LTD. to Report Q2, 2026 Results on Nov 11, 2025 SECOM CO., LTD. announced that they will report Q2, 2026 results on Nov 11, 2025 Reported Earnings • Aug 09
First quarter 2026 earnings released: EPS: JP¥60.24 (vs JP¥58.85 in 1Q 2025) First quarter 2026 results: EPS: JP¥60.24 (up from JP¥58.85 in 1Q 2025). Revenue: JP¥288.0b (up 6.3% from 1Q 2025). Net income: JP¥24.9b (up 1.2% from 1Q 2025). Profit margin: 8.7% (down from 9.1% in 1Q 2025). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.7% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.2% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 7% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 9% per year. Annuncio • Jul 26
SECOM CO., LTD. (TSE:9735) signed an agreement to acquire Avtel Holdings Pte. Ltd. SECOM CO., LTD. (TSE:9735) signed an agreement to acquire Avtel Holdings Pte. Ltd. on July 24, 2025. Upon completion, AVTEL will further expand its business by leveraging the business base of the Secom Group. Avtel Holdings Pte. Ltd will operate as a wholly owned subsidiary of SECOM CO., LTD. The transaction is expected to close in September 2025. Declared Dividend • Jul 09
Final dividend of JP¥50.00 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of JP¥50.00. Ex-date: 29th September 2025 Payment date: 9th December 2025 Dividend yield will be 1.9%, which is about the same as the industry average. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is covered by both earnings (38% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (57% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 4.4% per year over the past 10 years and has been stable with no material reductions to payments, indicating a long track record of dividend growth and stability. EPS is expected to grow by 9.9% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Reported Earnings • Jul 01
Full year 2025 earnings: Revenues and EPS in line with analyst expectations Full year 2025 results: EPS: JP¥260 (up from JP¥241 in FY 2024). Revenue: JP¥1.20t (up 3.9% from FY 2024). Net income: JP¥108.1b (up 6.0% from FY 2024). Profit margin: 9.0% (up from 8.8% in FY 2024). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) were also in line with analyst expectations. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.8% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.2% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 7% per year and the company’s share price has also increased by 7% per year. Annuncio • Jun 26
SECOM CO., LTD. Appoints Atsushi Dono as Executive Officer, Effective July 7, 2025 SECOM CO., LTD. announced the appointment of Atsushi Dono as Executive Officer at the meeting of the Board of Directors held today. The date to assume the office of Executive Officer is July 7, 2025. Annuncio • Jun 10
SECOM CO., LTD. to Report Q1, 2026 Results on Aug 08, 2025 SECOM CO., LTD. announced that they will report Q1, 2026 results on Aug 08, 2025 Reported Earnings • May 13
Full year 2025 earnings: Revenues and EPS in line with analyst expectations Full year 2025 results: EPS: JP¥260 (up from JP¥241 in FY 2024). Revenue: JP¥1.20t (up 3.9% from FY 2024). Net income: JP¥108.1b (up 6.0% from FY 2024). Profit margin: 9.0% (up from 8.8% in FY 2024). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) were also in line with analyst expectations. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.7% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.1% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 7% per year and the company’s share price has also increased by 7% per year. Upcoming Dividend • Mar 21
Upcoming dividend of JP¥50.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 March 2025. Payment date: 26 June 2025. Payout ratio is a comfortable 38% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.9%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.7%). In line with average of industry peers (2.1%). Annuncio • Mar 06
SECOM CO., LTD. to Report Fiscal Year 2025 Results on May 12, 2025 SECOM CO., LTD. announced that they will report fiscal year 2025 results on May 12, 2025 Reported Earnings • Feb 13
Third quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: JP¥69.98 (vs JP¥64.48 in 3Q 2024) Third quarter 2025 results: EPS: JP¥69.98 (up from JP¥64.48 in 3Q 2024). Revenue: JP¥304.4b (up 4.7% from 3Q 2024). Net income: JP¥29.0b (up 7.0% from 3Q 2024). Profit margin: 9.5% (in line with 3Q 2024). Revenue is forecast to grow 2.7% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.1% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 6% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 7% per year. Annuncio • Dec 07
SECOM CO., LTD. to Report Q3, 2025 Results on Feb 12, 2025 SECOM CO., LTD. announced that they will report Q3, 2025 results on Feb 12, 2025 Reported Earnings • Nov 09
Second quarter 2025 earnings released Second quarter 2025 results: Revenue: JP¥289.2b (up 3.4% from 2Q 2024). Net income: JP¥25.8b (up 15% from 2Q 2024). Profit margin: 8.9% (up from 8.0% in 2Q 2024). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.7% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.9% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Upcoming Dividend • Sep 20
Upcoming dividend of JP¥95.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 27 September 2024. Payment date: 09 December 2024. Payout ratio is a comfortable 40% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.8%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.8%). Lower than average of industry peers (2.0%). Annuncio • Sep 18
SECOM CO., LTD. to Report Q2, 2025 Results on Nov 08, 2024 SECOM CO., LTD. announced that they will report Q2, 2025 results on Nov 08, 2024 Reported Earnings • Aug 13
First quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: JP¥118 (vs JP¥126 in 1Q 2024) First quarter 2025 results: EPS: JP¥118 (down from JP¥126 in 1Q 2024). Revenue: JP¥271.0b (up 2.3% from 1Q 2024). Net income: JP¥24.7b (down 7.9% from 1Q 2024). Profit margin: 9.1% (down from 10% in 1Q 2024). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.4% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.9% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 7% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 5% per year. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Aug 01
Now 22% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 12% to JP¥9,411. The fair value is estimated to be JP¥12,026, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 3.9% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 8.9%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 2.4% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 1.8% per annum over the same time period. Annuncio • Jun 13
SECOM CO., LTD. to Report Q1, 2025 Results on Aug 09, 2024 SECOM CO., LTD. announced that they will report Q1, 2025 results on Aug 09, 2024 Reported Earnings • May 12
Full year 2024 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations Full year 2024 results: EPS: JP¥482 (up from JP¥445 in FY 2023). Revenue: JP¥1.15t (up 4.9% from FY 2023). Net income: JP¥102.0b (up 6.1% from FY 2023). Profit margin: 8.8% (up from 8.7% in FY 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) surpassed analyst estimates by 1.7%. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.2% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.7% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 9% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 7% per year. Annuncio • May 12
SECOM CO., LTD., Annual General Meeting, Jun 25, 2024 SECOM CO., LTD., Annual General Meeting, Jun 25, 2024. Upcoming Dividend • Mar 21
Upcoming dividend of JP¥95.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 March 2024. Payment date: 28 June 2024. Payout ratio is a comfortable 59% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.6%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.2%). Lower than average of industry peers (1.8%). Annuncio • Mar 09
SECOM CO., LTD. to Report Fiscal Year 2024 Results on May 10, 2024 SECOM CO., LTD. announced that they will report fiscal year 2024 results on May 10, 2024 Reported Earnings • Feb 10
Third quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: JP¥129 (vs JP¥130 in 3Q 2023) Third quarter 2024 results: EPS: JP¥129 (down from JP¥130 in 3Q 2023). Revenue: JP¥290.9b (up 4.2% from 3Q 2023). Net income: JP¥27.1b (down 3.1% from 3Q 2023). Profit margin: 9.3% (in line with 3Q 2023). Revenue is forecast to grow 2.8% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.0% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 10% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 3% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Annuncio • Dec 08
SECOM CO., LTD. to Report Q3, 2024 Results on Feb 08, 2024 SECOM CO., LTD. announced that they will report Q3, 2024 results on Feb 08, 2024 Reported Earnings • Nov 10
Second quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: JP¥106 (vs JP¥96.66 in 2Q 2023) Second quarter 2024 results: EPS: JP¥106 (up from JP¥96.66 in 2Q 2023). Revenue: JP¥279.7b (up 4.0% from 2Q 2023). Net income: JP¥22.4b (up 7.5% from 2Q 2023). Profit margin: 8.0% (up from 7.8% in 2Q 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.8% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.8% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 10% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 3% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Upcoming Dividend • Sep 21
Upcoming dividend of JP¥95.00 per share at 1.9% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 September 2023. Payment date: 08 December 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 40% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.9%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.3%). In line with average of industry peers (1.9%). Annuncio • Sep 10
SECOM CO., LTD. to Report Q2, 2024 Results on Nov 09, 2023 SECOM CO., LTD. announced that they will report Q2, 2024 results on Nov 09, 2023 Reported Earnings • Aug 10
First quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: JP¥126 (vs JP¥107 in 1Q 2023) First quarter 2024 results: EPS: JP¥126 (up from JP¥107 in 1Q 2023). Revenue: JP¥265.1b (up 7.7% from 1Q 2023). Net income: JP¥26.8b (up 16% from 1Q 2023). Profit margin: 10% (in line with 1Q 2023). Revenue is forecast to grow 2.7% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.9% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 8% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 1% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth. Annuncio • Aug 04
Marubeni Corporation (TSE:8002) and SECOM CO., LTD. (TSE:9735) completed the acquisition of 41.082296% stake in ARTERIA Networks Corporation (TSE:4423). Marubeni Corporation (TSE:8002) and SECOM CO., LTD. (TSE:9735) made an offer to acquire 49.940187% stake in ARTERIA Networks Corporation (TSE:4423) for ¥49 billion on May 11, 2023. As of July 4, 2023 all the conditions are fulfilled. The transaction is expected to close on August 2, 2023. Nomura Securities Co., Ltd. acted as financial advisor to Marubeni Corporation (TSE:8002) and SECOM CO., LTD. (TSE:9735). Nishimura & Asahi acted as legal advisor to Marubeni Corporation. Nagashima Ohno & Tsunematsu acted as legal advisor to SECOM CO., LTD. (TSE:9735). Wadakura Gate Law Office acted as legal advisor to ARTERIA Networks Corporation. Daiwa Securities Co. Ltd. and Sangyo Sosei Advisory Inc. acted as financial advisor to ARTERIA Networks Corporation.DC Advisory acted as a financial advisor to ARTERIA Networks Corporation.
Marubeni Corporation (TSE:8002) and SECOM CO., LTD. (TSE:9735) completed the acquisition of 41.082296% stake in ARTERIA Networks Corporation (TSE:4423) on August 2, 2023. Annuncio • Jun 10
SECOM CO., LTD. to Report Q1, 2024 Results on Aug 09, 2023 SECOM CO., LTD. announced that they will report Q1, 2024 results on Aug 09, 2023 Reported Earnings • May 13
Full year 2023 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations Full year 2023 results: EPS: JP¥445 (up from JP¥431 in FY 2022). Revenue: JP¥1.10t (up 4.9% from FY 2022). Net income: JP¥96.1b (up 1.9% from FY 2022). Profit margin: 8.7% (down from 9.0% in FY 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) surpassed analyst estimates by 4.9%. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.8% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.0% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 6% per year but the company’s share price has remained flat, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Annuncio • May 13
SECOM CO., LTD., Annual General Meeting, Jun 27, 2023 SECOM CO., LTD., Annual General Meeting, Jun 27, 2023. Upcoming Dividend • Mar 23
Upcoming dividend of JP¥95.00 per share at 2.3% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 March 2023. Payment date: 29 June 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 21% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.3%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.6%). In line with average of industry peers (2.2%). Reported Earnings • Feb 12
Third quarter 2023 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations Third quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥130 (up from JP¥116 in 3Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥279.2b (up 5.9% from 3Q 2022). Net income: JP¥28.0b (up 10% from 3Q 2022). Profit margin: 10.0% (in line with 3Q 2022). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) surpassed analyst estimates by 12%. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.5% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.3% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 4% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 7% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Buying Opportunity • Jan 05
Now 21% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock is down 13%. The fair value is estimated to be JP¥9,349, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 2.6% per annum. Earnings is also forecast to grow by 4.2% per annum over the same time period. Annuncio • Dec 07
SECOM CO., LTD. to Report Q3, 2023 Results on Feb 09, 2023 SECOM CO., LTD. announced that they will report Q3, 2023 results on Feb 09, 2023 Reported Earnings • Nov 16
Second quarter 2023 earnings: EPS misses analyst expectations Second quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥96.66 (down from JP¥110 in 2Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥269.0b (up 4.1% from 2Q 2022). Net income: JP¥20.9b (down 14% from 2Q 2022). Profit margin: 7.8% (down from 9.3% in 2Q 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) missed analyst estimates by 4.4%. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.5% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.5% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 2% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 6% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Board Change • Nov 16
Less than half of directors are independent There is 1 new director who has joined the board in the last 3 years. The new board member was an independent director. The company's board is composed of: 1 new director. 8 experienced directors. 3 highly experienced directors. 4 independent directors (6 non-independent directors). Independent Outside Director Miri Hara was the last independent director to join the board, commencing their role in 2020. The following issues are considered to be risks according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model: Minority of independent directors. Insufficient board refreshment. Reported Earnings • Nov 12
Second quarter 2023 earnings: EPS misses analyst expectations Second quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥96.66 (down from JP¥110 in 2Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥269.0b (up 4.1% from 2Q 2022). Net income: JP¥20.9b (down 14% from 2Q 2022). Profit margin: 7.8% (down from 9.3% in 2Q 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) missed analyst estimates by 4.4%. Revenue is forecast to grow 2.5% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.4% growth forecast for the Commercial Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 2% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 5% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings. Buying Opportunity • Nov 02
Now 20% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock is down 5.5%. The fair value is estimated to be JP¥10,546, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 2.5% per annum. Earnings is also forecast to grow by 4.2% per annum over the same time period. Upcoming Dividend • Sep 22
Upcoming dividend of JP¥90.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 29 September 2022. Payment date: 08 December 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 42% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.2%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.7%). In line with average of industry peers (2.3%). Reported Earnings • Aug 11
First quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: JP¥107 (vs JP¥109 in 1Q 2022) First quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥107 (down from JP¥109 in 1Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥246.1b (flat on 1Q 2022). Net income: JP¥23.1b (down 3.5% from 1Q 2022). Profit margin: 9.4% (in line with 1Q 2022). Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 4.1%, compared to a 5.0% growth forecast for the industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 2% per year whereas the company’s share price has remained flat. Reported Earnings • May 16
Full year 2022 earnings: EPS exceeds analyst expectations Full year 2022 results: EPS: JP¥431 (up from JP¥342 in FY 2021). Revenue: JP¥1.05t (up 1.3% from FY 2021). Net income: JP¥94.3b (up 26% from FY 2021). Profit margin: 9.0% (up from 7.2% in FY 2021). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) surpassed analyst estimates by 1.9%. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 2.9%, compared to a 2.2% growth forecast for the industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has remained flat whereas the company’s share price has fallen by 3% per year. Buying Opportunity • May 13
Now 21% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock is down 1.8%. The fair value is estimated to be JP¥10,441, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has been flat over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has declined by 3.0%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 2.1% per annum. Earnings is also forecast to grow by 2.6% per annum over the same time period. Board Change • Apr 27
Less than half of directors are independent Following the recent departure of a director, there are only 4 independent directors on the board. The company's board is composed of: 4 independent directors. 7 non-independent directors. Independent Outside Director Miri Hara was the last independent director to join the board, commencing their role in 2020. The company's minority of independent directors is a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Upcoming Dividend • Mar 23
Upcoming dividend of JP¥90.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 March 2022. Payment date: 28 June 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 41% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.0%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.4%). In line with average of industry peers (2.1%). Buying Opportunity • Mar 11
Now 21% undervalued Over the last 90 days, the stock is up 5.9%. The fair value is estimated to be JP¥10,442, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has been flat over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has declined by 3.0% per annum over the last 3 years. Buying Opportunity • Feb 24
Now 21% undervalued Over the last 90 days, the stock is up 6.7%. The fair value is estimated to be JP¥10,665, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has been flat over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has declined by 3.0% per annum over the last 3 years. Reported Earnings • Feb 12
Third quarter 2022 earnings: EPS and revenues miss analyst expectations Third quarter 2022 results: EPS: JP¥116 (up from JP¥99.78 in 3Q 2021). Revenue: JP¥263.7b (flat on 3Q 2021). Net income: JP¥25.4b (up 16% from 3Q 2021). Profit margin: 9.6% (up from 8.3% in 3Q 2021). Revenue missed analyst estimates by 1.6%. Earnings per share (EPS) also missed analyst estimates by 7.1%. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 2.6%, compared to a 2.5% growth forecast for the industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 3% per year and the company’s share price has also fallen by 3% per year. Reported Earnings • Nov 11
Second quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS JP¥110 (vs JP¥60.53 in 2Q 2021) The company reported a strong second quarter result with improved earnings, revenues and profit margins. Second quarter 2022 results: Revenue: JP¥258.4b (up 2.5% from 2Q 2021). Net income: JP¥24.1b (up 83% from 2Q 2021). Profit margin: 9.3% (up from 5.2% in 2Q 2021). The increase in margin was primarily driven by higher revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 5% per year whereas the company’s share price has fallen by 4% per year. Upcoming Dividend • Sep 22
Upcoming dividend of JP¥85.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 29 September 2021. Payment date: 07 December 2021. Trailing yield: 2.2%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.0%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.9%). Reported Earnings • May 16
Full year 2021 earnings released: EPS JP¥342 (vs JP¥408 in FY 2020) The company reported a poor full year result with weaker earnings, revenues and profit margins. Full year 2021 results: Revenue: JP¥1.04t (down 2.3% from FY 2020). Net income: JP¥74.7b (down 16% from FY 2020). Profit margin: 7.2% (down from 8.4% in FY 2020). The decrease in margin was driven by lower revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 6% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 2% per year, which means it is well ahead of earnings. Upcoming Dividend • Mar 23
Upcoming dividend of JP¥85.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 March 2021. Payment date: 26 June 2021. Trailing yield: 1.8%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (2.7%). In line with average of industry peers (1.8%). Is New 90 Day High Low • Feb 26
New 90-day low: JP¥9,226 The company is down 12% from its price of JP¥10,470 on 27 November 2020. The Japanese market is up 8.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the Commercial Services industry, which is down 1.0% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is JP¥8,109 per share.