View Financial HealthThis company listing is no longer activeThis company may still be operating, however this listing is no longer active. Find out why through their latest events.See Latest EventsInfocom 배당 및 자사주 매입배당 기준 점검 0/6Infocom 은(는) 현재 수익률이 0.74% 인 배당금 지급 회사입니다.핵심 정보0.7%배당 수익률n/a자사주 매입 수익률총 주주 수익률n/a미래 배당 수익률n/a배당 성장률17.6%다음 배당 지급일n/a배당락일n/a주당 배당금n/a배당 성향40%최근 배당 및 자사주 매입 업데이트Upcoming Dividend • Mar 21Upcoming dividend of JP¥27.00 per shareEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 March 2024. Payment date: 17 June 2024. Payout ratio is a comfortable 41% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.6%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.2%). In line with average of industry peers (1.5%).공시 • Feb 01Infocom Corporation Provides Dividend Guidance for the Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2024Infocom Corporation provided dividend guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024. For the year, the company expects dividend of JPY 27.00 per share.Upcoming Dividend • Sep 21Upcoming dividend of JP¥18.00 per share at 1.6% yieldEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 September 2023. Payment date: 30 November 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 66% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.6%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.3%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.4%).Upcoming Dividend • Mar 23Upcoming dividend of JP¥32.00 per share at 2.0% yieldEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 March 2023. Payment date: 17 June 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 63% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.0%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.6%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.6%).Upcoming Dividend • Sep 22Upcoming dividend of JP¥18.00 per shareEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 29 September 2022. Payment date: 30 November 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 34% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.1%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.7%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.5%).공시 • Aug 04+ 1 more updateInfocom Corporation Provides Dividend Guidance for the Second Quarter End of Fiscal Year 2023Infocom Corporation provided dividend guidance for the second quarter end of fiscal year 2023. For the period, the company expects to pay dividend of JPY 18.00 per share against JPY 13.00 per share paid a year ago.모든 업데이트 보기Recent updates공시 • Sep 25Infocom Corporation to Delist from Prime Section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Effective October 16, 2024Infocom Corporation will be delisted from prime section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange effective from October 16, 2024, due to Reverse stock split.공시 • Aug 02Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX) completed the acquisition of additional 33.1% stake in Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) for ¥110 billion in a tender offer transaction.Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX) entered into the Basic Transaction Agreement to acquire 41.98% stake in Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) for ¥140 billion in a tender offer transaction on June 18, 2024. A cash consideration valued at ¥6060 per share and of ¥1 per unit of stock acquisition right will be paid by Blackstone Inc. The transaction will be financed through it's own funds of ¥14.2 billion. Blackstone Inc. expects that the Infocom Corporation’s management team will continue to play a leading role in the business operation. Transaction is subject to and has already been approved by Infocom Corporation's board. Transaction is expected to complete on July 31, 2024. Goldman Sachs Japan Co., Ltd. acted as Financial advisor to Blackstone Inc. Anderson Mori & Tomotsune LPC acted as legal advisor to Blackstone Inc. TMI Associates acted as legal advisor to Tejin limited. Anthony King, Étienne Renaudeau, Shahpur Kabraji, Andrew Bechtel, Alvin Kwong, Meredith Jones and Steven Klar of Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP acted as legal advisor to Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX). Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX) completed the acquisition of additional 33.1% stake in Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) for ¥110 billion in a tender offer transaction on July 31, 2024.Reported Earnings • Aug 02First quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: JP¥15.14 (vs JP¥22.49 in 1Q 2024)First quarter 2025 results: EPS: JP¥15.14 (down from JP¥22.49 in 1Q 2024). Revenue: JP¥20.9b (up 11% from 1Q 2024). Net income: JP¥831.0m (down 33% from 1Q 2024). Profit margin: 4.0% (down from 6.5% in 1Q 2024). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 15% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 8.0% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. 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 38% per year, which means it is well ahead of earnings.공시 • Jun 27Infocom Corporation to Report Q1, 2025 Results on Jul 31, 2024Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q1, 2025 results on Jul 31, 2024분석 기사 • Jun 24Earnings Tell The Story For Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) As Its Stock Soars 53%Infocom Corporation ( TSE:4348 ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 53% gain in the last month alone...분석 기사 • Jun 22Investors Shouldn't Overlook The Favourable Returns On Capital At Infocom (TSE:4348)If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • May 30Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 17%After last week's 17% share price gain to JP¥4,670, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 25x. Average forward P/E is 18x in the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Total returns to shareholders of 67% over the past three years.공시 • May 11Sony Group, Others Reportedly Consider Buying Infocom for $1.28 billionSony Group Corporation (TSE:6758) and other parties are considering buying online comic store operator Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) in a deal worth up to JPY 200 billion ($1.28 billion), Bloomberg News reported on May 9, 2024. Infocom parent Teijin Limited (TSE:3401) is aiming to sell its entire stake of around 55% and scheduled a second round of bidding for mid-May, Bloomberg said, citing multiple sources. Other likely bidders include the U.S. investment funds Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX) and KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE:KKR), Bloomberg said. Some bidders are aiming to acquire all of Infocom's shares through a tender offer that could put the purchase price at JPY 200 billion, Bloomberg said, citing once source. Sony will bid in concert with investment fund Integral Corp, according to another source, Bloomberg said.분석 기사 • May 10Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Infocom Corporation's (TSE:4348) 26% Share Price SurgeDespite an already strong run, Infocom Corporation ( TSE:4348 ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 26% in the...Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • May 10Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 23%After last week's 23% share price gain to JP¥3,485, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 19x. Average forward P/E is 20x in the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Total returns to shareholders of 36% over the past three years.Buy Or Sell Opportunity • May 02Now 22% overvalued after recent price riseOver the last 90 days, the stock has risen 23% to JP¥2,843. The fair value is estimated to be JP¥2,331, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 7.3% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has declined by 9.2%. Revenue is forecast to grow by 33% in 2 years. Earnings are forecast to grow by 95% in the next 2 years.Reported Earnings • Apr 26Full year 2024 earnings: Revenues exceed analysts expectations while EPS lags behindFull year 2024 results: EPS: JP¥120 (up from JP¥65.20 in FY 2023). Revenue: JP¥84.5b (up 20% from FY 2023). Net income: JP¥6.61b (up 85% from FY 2023). Profit margin: 7.8% (up from 5.1% in FY 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 1.8%. Earnings per share (EPS) missed analyst estimates by 12%. Revenue is forecast to grow 14% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 8.1% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 9% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 3% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings.공시 • Apr 26Infocom Corporation, Annual General Meeting, Jun 24, 2024Infocom Corporation, Annual General Meeting, Jun 24, 2024.공시 • Mar 27Infocom Corporation to Report Fiscal Year 2024 Results on Apr 25, 2024Infocom Corporation announced that they will report fiscal year 2024 results on Apr 25, 2024Upcoming Dividend • Mar 21Upcoming dividend of JP¥27.00 per shareEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 March 2024. Payment date: 17 June 2024. Payout ratio is a comfortable 41% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.6%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.2%). In line with average of industry peers (1.5%).분석 기사 • Mar 11Infocom Corporation's (TSE:4348) P/E Is On The MarkWith a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 24.7x Infocom Corporation ( TSE:4348 ) may be sending very bearish signals...New Risk • Mar 11New minor risk - Share price stabilityThe company's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 75% of Japanese stocks, typically moving 7.6% a week. This is considered a minor risk. Share price volatility indicates the stock is highly sensitive to market conditions or economic conditions rather than being sensitive to its own business performance, which may also be inconsistent. It also increases the risk of potential losses in the short term as the stock tends to have larger drops in price more frequently than other stocks. This is currently the only risk that has been identified for the company.Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Mar 11Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 19%After last week's 19% share price gain to JP¥2,685, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 16x. Average forward P/E is 21x in the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Total returns to shareholders of 1.9% over the past three years.공시 • Feb 29Terilogy Holdings Corporation (TSE:5133) agreed to acquire LogIT Corporation from Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) for approximately ¥570 million.Terilogy Holdings Corporation (TSE:5133) agreed to acquire LogIT Corporation from Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) for approximately ¥570 million on February 28, 2024. LogIT Corporation reported Total revenue of ¥939 million, Total assets worth ¥810 million, EBIT of ¥16 million, Net Income of ¥9 million and Total Common equity of ¥577 million on year ending March 2023. Transaction is expected to complete on March 8, 2024.Reported Earnings • Feb 02Third quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: JP¥26.37 (vs JP¥2.92 in 3Q 2023)Third quarter 2024 results: EPS: JP¥26.37 (up from JP¥2.92 in 3Q 2023). Revenue: JP¥20.3b (up 17% from 3Q 2023). Net income: JP¥1.45b (up JP¥1.29b from 3Q 2023). Profit margin: 7.1% (up from 0.9% in 3Q 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 14% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 9% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings.공시 • Feb 01Infocom Corporation Provides Dividend Guidance for the Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2024Infocom Corporation provided dividend guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024. For the year, the company expects dividend of JPY 27.00 per share.공시 • Dec 26Infocom Corporation to Report Q2, 2024 Results on Jan 31, 2024Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q2, 2024 results on Jan 31, 2024Reported Earnings • Nov 02Second quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: JP¥29.02 (vs JP¥11.65 in 2Q 2023)Second quarter 2024 results: EPS: JP¥29.02 (up from JP¥11.65 in 2Q 2023). Revenue: JP¥21.2b (up 21% from 2Q 2023). Net income: JP¥1.59b (up 150% from 2Q 2023). Profit margin: 7.5% (up from 3.6% in 2Q 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 15% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 8.9% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 17% per year whereas the company’s share price has fallen by 14% per year.공시 • Sep 27Infocom Corporation to Report Q2, 2024 Results on Oct 31, 2023Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q2, 2024 results on Oct 31, 2023Upcoming Dividend • Sep 21Upcoming dividend of JP¥18.00 per share at 1.6% yieldEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 September 2023. Payment date: 30 November 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 66% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.6%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.3%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.4%).Reported Earnings • Aug 01First quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: JP¥22.49 (vs JP¥19.53 in 1Q 2023)First quarter 2024 results: EPS: JP¥22.49 (up from JP¥19.53 in 1Q 2023). Revenue: JP¥18.8b (up 22% from 1Q 2023). Net income: JP¥1.23b (up 15% from 1Q 2023). Profit margin: 6.5% (down from 6.9% in 1Q 2023). Revenue is forecast to grow 12% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 9.2% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 16% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 10% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings.공시 • Jun 26Infocom Corporation to Report Q1, 2024 Results on Jul 31, 2023Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q1, 2024 results on Jul 31, 2023Reported Earnings • Jun 17Full year 2023 earnings: EPS and revenues miss analyst expectationsFull year 2023 results: EPS: JP¥65.20 (down from JP¥126 in FY 2022). Revenue: JP¥70.3b (up 8.9% from FY 2022). Net income: JP¥3.57b (down 48% from FY 2022). Profit margin: 5.1% (down from 11% in FY 2022). Revenue missed analyst estimates by 3.1%. Earnings per share (EPS) also missed analyst estimates by 36%. Revenue is forecast to grow 12% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 9.1% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 10% per year whereas the company’s share price has fallen by 8% per year.Major Estimate Revision • May 18Consensus EPS estimates fall by 21%The consensus outlook for earnings per share (EPS) in fiscal year 2024 has deteriorated. 2024 revenue forecast decreased from JP¥86.3b to JP¥80.2b. EPS estimate also fell from JP¥183 per share to JP¥144 per share. Net income forecast to grow 121% next year vs 16% growth forecast for Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Consensus price target up from JP¥5,200 to JP¥6,070. Share price was steady at JP¥2,260 over the past week.Reported Earnings • Apr 29Full year 2023 earnings: EPS and revenues miss analyst expectationsFull year 2023 results: EPS: JP¥65.20 (down from JP¥126 in FY 2022). Revenue: JP¥70.3b (up 8.9% from FY 2022). Net income: JP¥3.57b (down 48% from FY 2022). Profit margin: 5.1% (down from 11% in FY 2022). Revenue missed analyst estimates by 3.1%. Earnings per share (EPS) also missed analyst estimates by 36%. Revenue is forecast to grow 16% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 9.0% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 10% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 3% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings.Upcoming Dividend • Mar 23Upcoming dividend of JP¥32.00 per share at 2.0% yieldEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 March 2023. Payment date: 17 June 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 63% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.0%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.6%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.6%).Major Estimate Revision • Feb 09Consensus EPS estimates fall by 29%, revenue upgradedThe consensus outlook for fiscal year 2023 has been updated. 2023 revenue forecast increased from JP¥71.4b to JP¥72.6b. EPS estimate fell from JP¥144 to JP¥102 per share. Net income forecast to grow 129% next year vs 21% growth forecast for Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Consensus price target up from JP¥4,800 to JP¥5,200. Share price rose 4.8% to JP¥2,385 over the past week.Price Target Changed • Feb 08Price target increased by 13% to JP¥5,200Up from JP¥4,600, the current price target is provided by 1 analyst. New target price is 130% above last closing price of JP¥2,262. Stock is up 12% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of JP¥102 for next year compared to JP¥126 last year.Reported Earnings • Feb 01Third quarter 2023 earnings: EPS misses analyst expectationsThird quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥2.92 (down from JP¥26.27 in 3Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥17.4b (up 16% from 3Q 2022). Net income: JP¥160.0m (down 89% from 3Q 2022). Profit margin: 0.9% (down from 9.6% in 3Q 2022). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) missed analyst estimates by 92%. Revenue is forecast to grow 13% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 9.0% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 4% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 11% per year, which means it is performing significantly worse than earnings.공시 • Dec 26Infocom Corporation to Report Q3, 2023 Results on Jan 31, 2023Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q3, 2023 results on Jan 31, 2023Reported Earnings • Nov 16Second quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: JP¥11.65 (vs JP¥35.26 in 2Q 2022)Second quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥11.65 (down from JP¥35.26 in 2Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥17.5b (up 5.8% from 2Q 2022). Net income: JP¥638.0m (down 67% from 2Q 2022). Profit margin: 3.6% (down from 12% in 2Q 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 11% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 8.7% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and 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 16High number of new and inexperienced directorsThere are 8 new directors who have joined the board in the last 3 years. The company's board is composed of: 8 new directors. 2 experienced directors. 2 highly experienced directors. CEO, President & Director Norihiro Takehara is the most experienced director on the board, commencing their role in 2009. The following issues are considered to be risks according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model: Lack of board continuity. Lack of experienced directors.Reported Earnings • Oct 30Second quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: JP¥11.65 (vs JP¥35.26 in 2Q 2022)Second quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥11.65 (down from JP¥35.26 in 2Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥17.5b (up 5.8% from 2Q 2022). Net income: JP¥638.0m (down 67% from 2Q 2022). Profit margin: 3.6% (down from 12% in 2Q 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 11% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 9.0% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services 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 fallen by 3% per year.공시 • Oct 28+ 2 more updatesInfocom Corporation Provides Earnings Guidance for the Full Year Ending March 31, 2023Infocom Corporation provides earnings guidance for the full year ending March 31, 2023. For the period, the company expects net sales to be ¥71,000 million, operating profit and ordinary profit to be ¥10,500 million, profit attributable to owners of parent to be ¥6,100 million or ¥111.35 per basic share.공시 • Sep 24Infocom Corporation to Report Q2, 2023 Results on Oct 28, 2022Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q2, 2023 results on Oct 28, 2022Upcoming Dividend • Sep 22Upcoming dividend of JP¥18.00 per shareEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 29 September 2022. Payment date: 30 November 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 34% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.1%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.7%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.5%).공시 • Aug 04+ 1 more updateInfocom Corporation Provides Dividend Guidance for the Second Quarter End of Fiscal Year 2023Infocom Corporation provided dividend guidance for the second quarter end of fiscal year 2023. For the period, the company expects to pay dividend of JPY 18.00 per share against JPY 13.00 per share paid a year ago.Price Target Changed • Aug 02Price target decreased to JP¥4,600Down from JP¥5,300, the current price target is provided by 1 analyst. New target price is 117% above last closing price of JP¥2,120. Stock is down 9.7% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of JP¥144 for next year compared to JP¥126 last year.Reported Earnings • Jul 30First quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: JP¥19.53 (vs JP¥27.64 in 1Q 2022)First quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥19.53 (down from JP¥27.64 in 1Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥15.5b (down 2.4% from 1Q 2022). Net income: JP¥1.07b (down 29% from 1Q 2022). Profit margin: 6.9% (down from 9.5% in 1Q 2022). Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 11%, compared to a 11% growth forecast for the industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 7% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 9% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings.공시 • Jul 29Infocom Corporation Provides Earning Guidance for Six Months Ending September 2022 and Full Year Ending March 2023Infocom Corporation provided earning guidance for six months ending September 2022 and full year ending March 2023. For the six months, the company expects net sales to be JPY 33,000 million, operating profit to be JPY 4,000 million, profit attributable to owners of parent JPY 2,700 million and basic earnings per share to be JPY 49.29.For the full year ending March 2023, the company expects net sales to be JPY 70,000 million, operating profit to be JPY 10,500 million, profit attributable to owners of parent JPY 7,000 million, Basic earnings per share JPY 127.80.Reported Earnings • Jun 19Full year 2022 earnings: EPS and revenues miss analyst expectationsFull year 2022 results: EPS: JP¥126 (up from JP¥115 in FY 2021). Revenue: JP¥64.6b (down 5.1% from FY 2021). Net income: JP¥6.91b (up 10% from FY 2021). Profit margin: 11% (up from 9.2% in FY 2021). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Revenue missed analyst estimates by 5.4%. Earnings per share (EPS) also missed analyst estimates by 4.7%. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 7.6%, compared to a 11% growth forecast for the industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 9% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 6% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings.Reported Earnings • Apr 30Full year 2022 earnings: EPS and revenues miss analyst expectationsFull year 2022 results: EPS: JP¥126 (up from JP¥115 in FY 2021). Revenue: JP¥64.6b (down 5.1% from FY 2021). Net income: JP¥6.91b (up 10% from FY 2021). Profit margin: 11% (up from 9.2% in FY 2021). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Revenue missed analyst estimates by 5.4%. Earnings per share (EPS) also missed analyst estimates by 4.7%. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 11%, compared to a 7.4% growth forecast for the industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 9% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 1% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth.공시 • Apr 28+ 3 more updatesInfocom Corporation Announces Dividend for the Year End 2022, Payable June 16 2022Infocom Corporation announced dividend for the year end 2022. For the period, the company reported dividend of JPY 37 against JPY 27 a year ago. Dividend payable date (as planned): June 16 2022.Board Change • Apr 27Less than half of directors are independentThere are 8 new directors who have joined the board in the last 3 years. Of these new board members, 1 was an independent director. The company's board is composed of: 8 new directors. 2 experienced directors. 1 highly experienced director. 3 independent directors (4 non-independent directors). CEO, President & Director Norihiro Takehara is the most experienced director on the board, commencing their role in 2009. Independent Outside Director Sachiko Awai 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. Lack of board continuity. Lack of experienced directors.공시 • Apr 01Infocom Corporation to Report Fiscal Year 2022 Results on Apr 27, 2022Infocom Corporation announced that they will report fiscal year 2022 results on Apr 27, 2022Upcoming Dividend • Mar 23Upcoming dividend of JP¥37.00 per shareEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 March 2022. Payment date: 17 June 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 35% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.9%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.4%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.5%).공시 • Jan 28+ 2 more updatesInfocom Corporation (TSE:4348) entered into a letter of intent to acquire a 51% stake in AlterBooth, Inc.Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) entered into a letter of intent to acquire a 51% stake in AlterBooth, Inc on January 25, 2022. Under the terms, consideration amount will be less than 15% of Infocom Corporation net assets. As part of the transaction, Infocom Corporation will acquire 729 shares in AlterBooth, Inc. Infocom Corporation plans to conclude the contract on Jan 31, 2022. For the year ended February 2021 AlterBooth, Inc. recorded net assets of ¥91 million, total assets of ¥206 million, sales of 207 million, net income ¥42 million and Ordinary income of ¥47 million. As on January 27, 2022 board of directors meeting held on January 27, 2022, the Infocom Corporation resolved the transaction and will have a minor impact on Infocom Corporation business results for the fiscal year ending March 2022. Transaction is expected to complete on Jan 31, 2022.Reported Earnings • Jan 28Third quarter 2022 earnings: EPS in line with expectations, revenues disappointThird quarter 2022 results: EPS: JP¥26.27 (down from JP¥28.26 in 3Q 2021). Revenue: JP¥15.0b (down 4.3% from 3Q 2021). Net income: JP¥1.44b (down 7.0% from 3Q 2021). Profit margin: 9.6% (in line with 3Q 2021). Revenue missed analyst estimates by 7.3%. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 11% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 4% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings.Reported Earnings • Oct 28Second quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS JP¥35.26 (vs JP¥35.35 in 2Q 2021)The company reported a soft second quarter result with weaker revenues, although earnings and profit margins were flat. Second quarter 2022 results: Revenue: JP¥16.6b (down 5.9% from 2Q 2021). Net income: JP¥1.93b (flat on 2Q 2021). Profit margin: 12% (in line with 2Q 2021). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 15% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 1% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth.Upcoming Dividend • Sep 22Upcoming dividend of JP¥13.00 per shareEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 29 September 2021. Payment date: 30 November 2021. Trailing yield: 1.6%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.0%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.2%).Reported Earnings • Aug 03First quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS JP¥27.64 (vs JP¥26.29 in 1Q 2021)The company reported a solid first quarter result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were flat. First quarter 2022 results: Revenue: JP¥15.9b (up 1.8% from 1Q 2021). Net income: JP¥1.51b (up 5.2% from 1Q 2021). Profit margin: 9.5% (in line with 1Q 2021). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 15% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 14% per year.Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Aug 03Investor sentiment deteriorated over the past weekAfter last week's 18% share price decline to JP¥2,392, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 14x. Average forward P/E is 25x in the IT industry in Japan. Total returns to shareholders of 51% over the past three years.Reported Earnings • Jun 19Full year 2021 earnings released: EPS JP¥115 (vs JP¥101 in FY 2020)The company reported a solid full year result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were flat. Full year 2021 results: Revenue: JP¥68.1b (up 17% from FY 2020). Net income: JP¥6.28b (up 13% from FY 2020). Profit margin: 9.2% (in line with FY 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 15% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 28% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth.Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Jun 07Investor sentiment improved over the past weekAfter last week's 21% share price gain to JP¥3,085, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 18x. Average forward P/E is 24x in the IT industry in Japan. Total returns to shareholders of 132% over the past three years.Reported Earnings • Apr 29Full year 2021 earnings released: EPS JP¥115 (vs JP¥101 in FY 2020)The company reported a solid full year result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were flat. Full year 2021 results: Revenue: JP¥68.1b (up 17% from FY 2020). Net income: JP¥6.28b (up 13% from FY 2020). Profit margin: 9.2% (in line with FY 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 15% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 26% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth.Upcoming Dividend • Mar 23Upcoming dividend of JP¥27.00 per shareEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 March 2021. Payment date: 18 June 2021. Trailing yield: 1.3%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (2.7%). In line with average of industry peers (1.3%).Is New 90 Day High Low • Feb 17New 90-day low: JP¥2,905The company is down 16% from its price of JP¥3,470 on 19 November 2020. The Japanese market is up 14% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the IT industry, which is up 11% over the same period.Reported Earnings • Feb 13Third quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS JP¥28.26 (vs JP¥25.60 in 3Q 2020)The company reported a solid third quarter result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were flat. Third quarter 2021 results: Revenue: JP¥15.7b (up 16% from 3Q 2020). Net income: JP¥1.55b (up 11% from 3Q 2020). Profit margin: 9.9% (in line with 3Q 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 14% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 42% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth.Reported Earnings • Jan 28Third quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS JP¥28.30 (vs JP¥25.60 in 3Q 2020)The company reported a solid third quarter result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were flat. Third quarter 2021 results: Revenue: JP¥15.7b (up 16% from 3Q 2020). Net income: JP¥1.55b (up 11% from 3Q 2020). Profit margin: 9.9% (in line with 3Q 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 14% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 35% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth.Is New 90 Day High Low • Jan 28New 90-day low: JP¥3,020The company is down 20% from its price of JP¥3,790 on 30 October 2020. The Japanese market is up 15% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the IT industry, which is up 12% over the same period.공시 • Dec 27Infocom Corporation to Report Q3, 2021 Results on Jan 27, 2021Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q3, 2021 results on Jan 27, 2021Is New 90 Day High Low • Dec 22New 90-day low: JP¥3,190The company is down 21% from its price of JP¥4,035 on 23 September 2020. The Japanese market is up 8.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the IT industry, which is up 1.0% over the same period.Is New 90 Day High Low • Dec 07New 90-day low: JP¥3,310The company is down 10.0% from its price of JP¥3,665 on 08 September 2020. The Japanese market is up 10.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the IT industry, which is up 9.0% over the same period.공시 • Nov 18H1 and Infocom Corporation Announce Reseller AgreementH1 and Infocom Corporation announced a reseller agreement. The deal provides Infocom's software and "DigiPro" cloud services' customers access to 9 million healthcare professionals enhancing the depth of KOL data and accelerating the KOL selection process.공시 • Sep 28Infocom Corporation to Report Q2, 2021 Results on Oct 28, 2020Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q2, 2021 results on Oct 28, 2020지급의 안정성과 성장배당 데이터 가져오는 중안정적인 배당: 4348 JP 시장에서 주목할만한 배당금을 지급하지 않으므로 지급이 안정적인지 확인할 필요가 없습니다.배당금 증가: 4348 JP 시장에서 주목할만한 배당금을 지급하지 않으므로 지급액이 증가하는지 확인할 필요가 없습니다.배당 수익률 vs 시장Infocom 배당 수익률 vs 시장4348의 배당 수익률은 시장과 어떻게 비교되나요?구분배당 수익률회사 (4348)0.7%시장 하위 25% (JP)1.7%시장 상위 25% (JP)3.8%업계 평균 (Interactive Media and Services)2.5%분석가 예측 (4348) (최대 3년)n/a주목할만한 배당금: 4348 의 배당금( 0.74% )은 JP 시장에서 배당금 지급자의 하위 25%( 1.74% )와 비교해 주목할 만하지 않습니다.고배당: 4348 의 배당금( 0.74% )은 JP 시장에서 배당금 지급자의 상위 25%( 3.75% )와 비교해 낮습니다.주주 대상 이익 배당수익 보장: 4348 JP 시장에서 주목할만한 배당금을 지급하지 않습니다.주주 현금 배당현금 흐름 범위: 4348 JP 시장에서 주목할만한 배당금을 지급하지 않습니다.높은 배당을 제공하는 우량 기업 찾기7D1Y7D1Y7D1YJP 시장에서 배당이 강한 기업.View Management기업 분석 및 재무 데이터 상태데이터최종 업데이트 (UTC 시간)기업 분석2024/10/19 15:19종가2024/10/18 00:00수익2024/06/30연간 수익2024/03/31데이터 소스당사의 기업 분석에 사용되는 데이터는 S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC에서 제공됩니다. 아래 데이터는 이 보고서를 생성하기 위해 분석 모델에서 사용됩니다. 데이터는 정규화되므로 소스가 제공된 후 지연이 발생할 수 있습니다.패키지데이터기간미국 소스 예시 *기업 재무제표10년손익계산서현금흐름표대차대조표SEC 양식 10-KSEC 양식 10-Q분석가 컨센서스 추정치+3년재무 예측분석가 목표주가분석가 리서치 보고서Blue Matrix시장 가격30년주가배당, 분할 및 기타 조치ICE 시장 데이터SEC 양식 S-1지분 구조10년주요 주주내부자 거래SEC 양식 4SEC 양식 13D경영진10년리더십 팀이사회SEC 양식 10-KSEC 양식 DEF 14A주요 개발10년회사 공시SEC 양식 8-K* 미국 증권에 대한 예시이며, 비(非)미국 증권에는 해당 국가의 규제 서식 및 자료원을 사용합니다.별도로 명시되지 않는 한 모든 재무 데이터는 연간 기간을 기준으로 하지만 분기별로 업데이트됩니다. 이를 TTM(최근 12개월) 또는 LTM(지난 12개월) 데이터라고 합니다. 자세히 알아보기.분석 모델 및 스노우플레이크이 보고서를 생성하는 데 사용된 분석 모델에 대한 자세한 내용은 당사의 Github 페이지에서 확인하실 수 있습니다. 또한 보고서 활용 방법에 대한 가이드와 YouTube 튜토리얼도 제공합니다.Simply Wall St 분석 모델을 설계하고 구축한 세계적 수준의 팀에 대해 알아보세요.산업 및 섹터 지표산업 및 섹터 지표는 Simply Wall St가 6시간마다 계산하며, 프로세스에 대한 자세한 내용은 Github에서 확인할 수 있습니다.분석가 소스Infocom Corporation는 6명의 분석가가 다루고 있습니다. 이 중 0명의 분석가가 우리 보고서에 입력 데이터로 사용되는 매출 또는 수익 추정치를 제출했습니다. 분석가의 제출 자료는 하루 종일 업데이트됩니다.분석가기관Kaname FujitaIchiyoshi Research Institute Inc.Tomoya NakajimaMarusan Securities Co. Ltd.Hirotoshi MurakamiMorgan Stanley3명의 분석가 더 보기
Upcoming Dividend • Mar 21Upcoming dividend of JP¥27.00 per shareEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 March 2024. Payment date: 17 June 2024. Payout ratio is a comfortable 41% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.6%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.2%). In line with average of industry peers (1.5%).
공시 • Feb 01Infocom Corporation Provides Dividend Guidance for the Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2024Infocom Corporation provided dividend guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024. For the year, the company expects dividend of JPY 27.00 per share.
Upcoming Dividend • Sep 21Upcoming dividend of JP¥18.00 per share at 1.6% yieldEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 September 2023. Payment date: 30 November 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 66% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.6%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.3%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.4%).
Upcoming Dividend • Mar 23Upcoming dividend of JP¥32.00 per share at 2.0% yieldEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 March 2023. Payment date: 17 June 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 63% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.0%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.6%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.6%).
Upcoming Dividend • Sep 22Upcoming dividend of JP¥18.00 per shareEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 29 September 2022. Payment date: 30 November 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 34% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.1%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.7%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.5%).
공시 • Aug 04+ 1 more updateInfocom Corporation Provides Dividend Guidance for the Second Quarter End of Fiscal Year 2023Infocom Corporation provided dividend guidance for the second quarter end of fiscal year 2023. For the period, the company expects to pay dividend of JPY 18.00 per share against JPY 13.00 per share paid a year ago.
공시 • Sep 25Infocom Corporation to Delist from Prime Section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Effective October 16, 2024Infocom Corporation will be delisted from prime section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange effective from October 16, 2024, due to Reverse stock split.
공시 • Aug 02Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX) completed the acquisition of additional 33.1% stake in Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) for ¥110 billion in a tender offer transaction.Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX) entered into the Basic Transaction Agreement to acquire 41.98% stake in Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) for ¥140 billion in a tender offer transaction on June 18, 2024. A cash consideration valued at ¥6060 per share and of ¥1 per unit of stock acquisition right will be paid by Blackstone Inc. The transaction will be financed through it's own funds of ¥14.2 billion. Blackstone Inc. expects that the Infocom Corporation’s management team will continue to play a leading role in the business operation. Transaction is subject to and has already been approved by Infocom Corporation's board. Transaction is expected to complete on July 31, 2024. Goldman Sachs Japan Co., Ltd. acted as Financial advisor to Blackstone Inc. Anderson Mori & Tomotsune LPC acted as legal advisor to Blackstone Inc. TMI Associates acted as legal advisor to Tejin limited. Anthony King, Étienne Renaudeau, Shahpur Kabraji, Andrew Bechtel, Alvin Kwong, Meredith Jones and Steven Klar of Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP acted as legal advisor to Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX). Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX) completed the acquisition of additional 33.1% stake in Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) for ¥110 billion in a tender offer transaction on July 31, 2024.
Reported Earnings • Aug 02First quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: JP¥15.14 (vs JP¥22.49 in 1Q 2024)First quarter 2025 results: EPS: JP¥15.14 (down from JP¥22.49 in 1Q 2024). Revenue: JP¥20.9b (up 11% from 1Q 2024). Net income: JP¥831.0m (down 33% from 1Q 2024). Profit margin: 4.0% (down from 6.5% in 1Q 2024). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 15% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 8.0% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. 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 38% per year, which means it is well ahead of earnings.
공시 • Jun 27Infocom Corporation to Report Q1, 2025 Results on Jul 31, 2024Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q1, 2025 results on Jul 31, 2024
분석 기사 • Jun 24Earnings Tell The Story For Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) As Its Stock Soars 53%Infocom Corporation ( TSE:4348 ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 53% gain in the last month alone...
분석 기사 • Jun 22Investors Shouldn't Overlook The Favourable Returns On Capital At Infocom (TSE:4348)If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...
Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • May 30Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 17%After last week's 17% share price gain to JP¥4,670, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 25x. Average forward P/E is 18x in the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Total returns to shareholders of 67% over the past three years.
공시 • May 11Sony Group, Others Reportedly Consider Buying Infocom for $1.28 billionSony Group Corporation (TSE:6758) and other parties are considering buying online comic store operator Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) in a deal worth up to JPY 200 billion ($1.28 billion), Bloomberg News reported on May 9, 2024. Infocom parent Teijin Limited (TSE:3401) is aiming to sell its entire stake of around 55% and scheduled a second round of bidding for mid-May, Bloomberg said, citing multiple sources. Other likely bidders include the U.S. investment funds Blackstone Inc. (NYSE:BX) and KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE:KKR), Bloomberg said. Some bidders are aiming to acquire all of Infocom's shares through a tender offer that could put the purchase price at JPY 200 billion, Bloomberg said, citing once source. Sony will bid in concert with investment fund Integral Corp, according to another source, Bloomberg said.
분석 기사 • May 10Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Infocom Corporation's (TSE:4348) 26% Share Price SurgeDespite an already strong run, Infocom Corporation ( TSE:4348 ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 26% in the...
Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • May 10Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 23%After last week's 23% share price gain to JP¥3,485, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 19x. Average forward P/E is 20x in the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Total returns to shareholders of 36% over the past three years.
Buy Or Sell Opportunity • May 02Now 22% overvalued after recent price riseOver the last 90 days, the stock has risen 23% to JP¥2,843. The fair value is estimated to be JP¥2,331, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 7.3% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has declined by 9.2%. Revenue is forecast to grow by 33% in 2 years. Earnings are forecast to grow by 95% in the next 2 years.
Reported Earnings • Apr 26Full year 2024 earnings: Revenues exceed analysts expectations while EPS lags behindFull year 2024 results: EPS: JP¥120 (up from JP¥65.20 in FY 2023). Revenue: JP¥84.5b (up 20% from FY 2023). Net income: JP¥6.61b (up 85% from FY 2023). Profit margin: 7.8% (up from 5.1% in FY 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 1.8%. Earnings per share (EPS) missed analyst estimates by 12%. Revenue is forecast to grow 14% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 8.1% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 9% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 3% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings.
공시 • Apr 26Infocom Corporation, Annual General Meeting, Jun 24, 2024Infocom Corporation, Annual General Meeting, Jun 24, 2024.
공시 • Mar 27Infocom Corporation to Report Fiscal Year 2024 Results on Apr 25, 2024Infocom Corporation announced that they will report fiscal year 2024 results on Apr 25, 2024
Upcoming Dividend • Mar 21Upcoming dividend of JP¥27.00 per shareEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 March 2024. Payment date: 17 June 2024. Payout ratio is a comfortable 41% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.6%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.2%). In line with average of industry peers (1.5%).
분석 기사 • Mar 11Infocom Corporation's (TSE:4348) P/E Is On The MarkWith a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 24.7x Infocom Corporation ( TSE:4348 ) may be sending very bearish signals...
New Risk • Mar 11New minor risk - Share price stabilityThe company's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 75% of Japanese stocks, typically moving 7.6% a week. This is considered a minor risk. Share price volatility indicates the stock is highly sensitive to market conditions or economic conditions rather than being sensitive to its own business performance, which may also be inconsistent. It also increases the risk of potential losses in the short term as the stock tends to have larger drops in price more frequently than other stocks. This is currently the only risk that has been identified for the company.
Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Mar 11Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 19%After last week's 19% share price gain to JP¥2,685, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 16x. Average forward P/E is 21x in the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Total returns to shareholders of 1.9% over the past three years.
공시 • Feb 29Terilogy Holdings Corporation (TSE:5133) agreed to acquire LogIT Corporation from Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) for approximately ¥570 million.Terilogy Holdings Corporation (TSE:5133) agreed to acquire LogIT Corporation from Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) for approximately ¥570 million on February 28, 2024. LogIT Corporation reported Total revenue of ¥939 million, Total assets worth ¥810 million, EBIT of ¥16 million, Net Income of ¥9 million and Total Common equity of ¥577 million on year ending March 2023. Transaction is expected to complete on March 8, 2024.
Reported Earnings • Feb 02Third quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: JP¥26.37 (vs JP¥2.92 in 3Q 2023)Third quarter 2024 results: EPS: JP¥26.37 (up from JP¥2.92 in 3Q 2023). Revenue: JP¥20.3b (up 17% from 3Q 2023). Net income: JP¥1.45b (up JP¥1.29b from 3Q 2023). Profit margin: 7.1% (up from 0.9% in 3Q 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 14% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 9% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings.
공시 • Feb 01Infocom Corporation Provides Dividend Guidance for the Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2024Infocom Corporation provided dividend guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024. For the year, the company expects dividend of JPY 27.00 per share.
공시 • Dec 26Infocom Corporation to Report Q2, 2024 Results on Jan 31, 2024Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q2, 2024 results on Jan 31, 2024
Reported Earnings • Nov 02Second quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: JP¥29.02 (vs JP¥11.65 in 2Q 2023)Second quarter 2024 results: EPS: JP¥29.02 (up from JP¥11.65 in 2Q 2023). Revenue: JP¥21.2b (up 21% from 2Q 2023). Net income: JP¥1.59b (up 150% from 2Q 2023). Profit margin: 7.5% (up from 3.6% in 2Q 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue is forecast to grow 15% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 8.9% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 17% per year whereas the company’s share price has fallen by 14% per year.
공시 • Sep 27Infocom Corporation to Report Q2, 2024 Results on Oct 31, 2023Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q2, 2024 results on Oct 31, 2023
Upcoming Dividend • Sep 21Upcoming dividend of JP¥18.00 per share at 1.6% yieldEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 September 2023. Payment date: 30 November 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 66% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.6%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.3%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.4%).
Reported Earnings • Aug 01First quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: JP¥22.49 (vs JP¥19.53 in 1Q 2023)First quarter 2024 results: EPS: JP¥22.49 (up from JP¥19.53 in 1Q 2023). Revenue: JP¥18.8b (up 22% from 1Q 2023). Net income: JP¥1.23b (up 15% from 1Q 2023). Profit margin: 6.5% (down from 6.9% in 1Q 2023). Revenue is forecast to grow 12% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 9.2% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 16% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 10% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings.
공시 • Jun 26Infocom Corporation to Report Q1, 2024 Results on Jul 31, 2023Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q1, 2024 results on Jul 31, 2023
Reported Earnings • Jun 17Full year 2023 earnings: EPS and revenues miss analyst expectationsFull year 2023 results: EPS: JP¥65.20 (down from JP¥126 in FY 2022). Revenue: JP¥70.3b (up 8.9% from FY 2022). Net income: JP¥3.57b (down 48% from FY 2022). Profit margin: 5.1% (down from 11% in FY 2022). Revenue missed analyst estimates by 3.1%. Earnings per share (EPS) also missed analyst estimates by 36%. Revenue is forecast to grow 12% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 9.1% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 10% per year whereas the company’s share price has fallen by 8% per year.
Major Estimate Revision • May 18Consensus EPS estimates fall by 21%The consensus outlook for earnings per share (EPS) in fiscal year 2024 has deteriorated. 2024 revenue forecast decreased from JP¥86.3b to JP¥80.2b. EPS estimate also fell from JP¥183 per share to JP¥144 per share. Net income forecast to grow 121% next year vs 16% growth forecast for Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Consensus price target up from JP¥5,200 to JP¥6,070. Share price was steady at JP¥2,260 over the past week.
Reported Earnings • Apr 29Full year 2023 earnings: EPS and revenues miss analyst expectationsFull year 2023 results: EPS: JP¥65.20 (down from JP¥126 in FY 2022). Revenue: JP¥70.3b (up 8.9% from FY 2022). Net income: JP¥3.57b (down 48% from FY 2022). Profit margin: 5.1% (down from 11% in FY 2022). Revenue missed analyst estimates by 3.1%. Earnings per share (EPS) also missed analyst estimates by 36%. Revenue is forecast to grow 16% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 9.0% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 10% per year but the company’s share price has only fallen by 3% per year, which means it has not declined as severely as earnings.
Upcoming Dividend • Mar 23Upcoming dividend of JP¥32.00 per share at 2.0% yieldEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 March 2023. Payment date: 17 June 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 63% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.0%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.6%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.6%).
Major Estimate Revision • Feb 09Consensus EPS estimates fall by 29%, revenue upgradedThe consensus outlook for fiscal year 2023 has been updated. 2023 revenue forecast increased from JP¥71.4b to JP¥72.6b. EPS estimate fell from JP¥144 to JP¥102 per share. Net income forecast to grow 129% next year vs 21% growth forecast for Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Consensus price target up from JP¥4,800 to JP¥5,200. Share price rose 4.8% to JP¥2,385 over the past week.
Price Target Changed • Feb 08Price target increased by 13% to JP¥5,200Up from JP¥4,600, the current price target is provided by 1 analyst. New target price is 130% above last closing price of JP¥2,262. Stock is up 12% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of JP¥102 for next year compared to JP¥126 last year.
Reported Earnings • Feb 01Third quarter 2023 earnings: EPS misses analyst expectationsThird quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥2.92 (down from JP¥26.27 in 3Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥17.4b (up 16% from 3Q 2022). Net income: JP¥160.0m (down 89% from 3Q 2022). Profit margin: 0.9% (down from 9.6% in 3Q 2022). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) missed analyst estimates by 92%. Revenue is forecast to grow 13% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 9.0% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has fallen by 4% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 11% per year, which means it is performing significantly worse than earnings.
공시 • Dec 26Infocom Corporation to Report Q3, 2023 Results on Jan 31, 2023Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q3, 2023 results on Jan 31, 2023
Reported Earnings • Nov 16Second quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: JP¥11.65 (vs JP¥35.26 in 2Q 2022)Second quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥11.65 (down from JP¥35.26 in 2Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥17.5b (up 5.8% from 2Q 2022). Net income: JP¥638.0m (down 67% from 2Q 2022). Profit margin: 3.6% (down from 12% in 2Q 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 11% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 8.7% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and 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 16High number of new and inexperienced directorsThere are 8 new directors who have joined the board in the last 3 years. The company's board is composed of: 8 new directors. 2 experienced directors. 2 highly experienced directors. CEO, President & Director Norihiro Takehara is the most experienced director on the board, commencing their role in 2009. The following issues are considered to be risks according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model: Lack of board continuity. Lack of experienced directors.
Reported Earnings • Oct 30Second quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: JP¥11.65 (vs JP¥35.26 in 2Q 2022)Second quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥11.65 (down from JP¥35.26 in 2Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥17.5b (up 5.8% from 2Q 2022). Net income: JP¥638.0m (down 67% from 2Q 2022). Profit margin: 3.6% (down from 12% in 2Q 2022). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Revenue is forecast to grow 11% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 9.0% growth forecast for the Interactive Media and Services 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 fallen by 3% per year.
공시 • Oct 28+ 2 more updatesInfocom Corporation Provides Earnings Guidance for the Full Year Ending March 31, 2023Infocom Corporation provides earnings guidance for the full year ending March 31, 2023. For the period, the company expects net sales to be ¥71,000 million, operating profit and ordinary profit to be ¥10,500 million, profit attributable to owners of parent to be ¥6,100 million or ¥111.35 per basic share.
공시 • Sep 24Infocom Corporation to Report Q2, 2023 Results on Oct 28, 2022Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q2, 2023 results on Oct 28, 2022
Upcoming Dividend • Sep 22Upcoming dividend of JP¥18.00 per shareEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 29 September 2022. Payment date: 30 November 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 34% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.1%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.7%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.5%).
공시 • Aug 04+ 1 more updateInfocom Corporation Provides Dividend Guidance for the Second Quarter End of Fiscal Year 2023Infocom Corporation provided dividend guidance for the second quarter end of fiscal year 2023. For the period, the company expects to pay dividend of JPY 18.00 per share against JPY 13.00 per share paid a year ago.
Price Target Changed • Aug 02Price target decreased to JP¥4,600Down from JP¥5,300, the current price target is provided by 1 analyst. New target price is 117% above last closing price of JP¥2,120. Stock is down 9.7% over the past year. The company is forecast to post earnings per share of JP¥144 for next year compared to JP¥126 last year.
Reported Earnings • Jul 30First quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: JP¥19.53 (vs JP¥27.64 in 1Q 2022)First quarter 2023 results: EPS: JP¥19.53 (down from JP¥27.64 in 1Q 2022). Revenue: JP¥15.5b (down 2.4% from 1Q 2022). Net income: JP¥1.07b (down 29% from 1Q 2022). Profit margin: 6.9% (down from 9.5% in 1Q 2022). Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 11%, compared to a 11% growth forecast for the industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 7% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 9% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings.
공시 • Jul 29Infocom Corporation Provides Earning Guidance for Six Months Ending September 2022 and Full Year Ending March 2023Infocom Corporation provided earning guidance for six months ending September 2022 and full year ending March 2023. For the six months, the company expects net sales to be JPY 33,000 million, operating profit to be JPY 4,000 million, profit attributable to owners of parent JPY 2,700 million and basic earnings per share to be JPY 49.29.For the full year ending March 2023, the company expects net sales to be JPY 70,000 million, operating profit to be JPY 10,500 million, profit attributable to owners of parent JPY 7,000 million, Basic earnings per share JPY 127.80.
Reported Earnings • Jun 19Full year 2022 earnings: EPS and revenues miss analyst expectationsFull year 2022 results: EPS: JP¥126 (up from JP¥115 in FY 2021). Revenue: JP¥64.6b (down 5.1% from FY 2021). Net income: JP¥6.91b (up 10% from FY 2021). Profit margin: 11% (up from 9.2% in FY 2021). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Revenue missed analyst estimates by 5.4%. Earnings per share (EPS) also missed analyst estimates by 4.7%. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 7.6%, compared to a 11% growth forecast for the industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 9% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 6% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings.
Reported Earnings • Apr 30Full year 2022 earnings: EPS and revenues miss analyst expectationsFull year 2022 results: EPS: JP¥126 (up from JP¥115 in FY 2021). Revenue: JP¥64.6b (down 5.1% from FY 2021). Net income: JP¥6.91b (up 10% from FY 2021). Profit margin: 11% (up from 9.2% in FY 2021). The increase in margin was driven by lower expenses. Revenue missed analyst estimates by 5.4%. Earnings per share (EPS) also missed analyst estimates by 4.7%. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 11%, compared to a 7.4% growth forecast for the industry in Japan. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 9% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 1% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth.
공시 • Apr 28+ 3 more updatesInfocom Corporation Announces Dividend for the Year End 2022, Payable June 16 2022Infocom Corporation announced dividend for the year end 2022. For the period, the company reported dividend of JPY 37 against JPY 27 a year ago. Dividend payable date (as planned): June 16 2022.
Board Change • Apr 27Less than half of directors are independentThere are 8 new directors who have joined the board in the last 3 years. Of these new board members, 1 was an independent director. The company's board is composed of: 8 new directors. 2 experienced directors. 1 highly experienced director. 3 independent directors (4 non-independent directors). CEO, President & Director Norihiro Takehara is the most experienced director on the board, commencing their role in 2009. Independent Outside Director Sachiko Awai 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. Lack of board continuity. Lack of experienced directors.
공시 • Apr 01Infocom Corporation to Report Fiscal Year 2022 Results on Apr 27, 2022Infocom Corporation announced that they will report fiscal year 2022 results on Apr 27, 2022
Upcoming Dividend • Mar 23Upcoming dividend of JP¥37.00 per shareEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 March 2022. Payment date: 17 June 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 35% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 1.9%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.4%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.5%).
공시 • Jan 28+ 2 more updatesInfocom Corporation (TSE:4348) entered into a letter of intent to acquire a 51% stake in AlterBooth, Inc.Infocom Corporation (TSE:4348) entered into a letter of intent to acquire a 51% stake in AlterBooth, Inc on January 25, 2022. Under the terms, consideration amount will be less than 15% of Infocom Corporation net assets. As part of the transaction, Infocom Corporation will acquire 729 shares in AlterBooth, Inc. Infocom Corporation plans to conclude the contract on Jan 31, 2022. For the year ended February 2021 AlterBooth, Inc. recorded net assets of ¥91 million, total assets of ¥206 million, sales of 207 million, net income ¥42 million and Ordinary income of ¥47 million. As on January 27, 2022 board of directors meeting held on January 27, 2022, the Infocom Corporation resolved the transaction and will have a minor impact on Infocom Corporation business results for the fiscal year ending March 2022. Transaction is expected to complete on Jan 31, 2022.
Reported Earnings • Jan 28Third quarter 2022 earnings: EPS in line with expectations, revenues disappointThird quarter 2022 results: EPS: JP¥26.27 (down from JP¥28.26 in 3Q 2021). Revenue: JP¥15.0b (down 4.3% from 3Q 2021). Net income: JP¥1.44b (down 7.0% from 3Q 2021). Profit margin: 9.6% (in line with 3Q 2021). Revenue missed analyst estimates by 7.3%. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 11% per year but the company’s share price has fallen by 4% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings.
Reported Earnings • Oct 28Second quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS JP¥35.26 (vs JP¥35.35 in 2Q 2021)The company reported a soft second quarter result with weaker revenues, although earnings and profit margins were flat. Second quarter 2022 results: Revenue: JP¥16.6b (down 5.9% from 2Q 2021). Net income: JP¥1.93b (flat on 2Q 2021). Profit margin: 12% (in line with 2Q 2021). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 15% per year but the company’s share price has only increased by 1% per year, which means it is significantly lagging earnings growth.
Upcoming Dividend • Sep 22Upcoming dividend of JP¥13.00 per shareEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 29 September 2021. Payment date: 30 November 2021. Trailing yield: 1.6%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.0%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.2%).
Reported Earnings • Aug 03First quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS JP¥27.64 (vs JP¥26.29 in 1Q 2021)The company reported a solid first quarter result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were flat. First quarter 2022 results: Revenue: JP¥15.9b (up 1.8% from 1Q 2021). Net income: JP¥1.51b (up 5.2% from 1Q 2021). Profit margin: 9.5% (in line with 1Q 2021). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 15% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 14% per year.
Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Aug 03Investor sentiment deteriorated over the past weekAfter last week's 18% share price decline to JP¥2,392, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 14x. Average forward P/E is 25x in the IT industry in Japan. Total returns to shareholders of 51% over the past three years.
Reported Earnings • Jun 19Full year 2021 earnings released: EPS JP¥115 (vs JP¥101 in FY 2020)The company reported a solid full year result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were flat. Full year 2021 results: Revenue: JP¥68.1b (up 17% from FY 2020). Net income: JP¥6.28b (up 13% from FY 2020). Profit margin: 9.2% (in line with FY 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 15% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 28% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth.
Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Jun 07Investor sentiment improved over the past weekAfter last week's 21% share price gain to JP¥3,085, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 18x. Average forward P/E is 24x in the IT industry in Japan. Total returns to shareholders of 132% over the past three years.
Reported Earnings • Apr 29Full year 2021 earnings released: EPS JP¥115 (vs JP¥101 in FY 2020)The company reported a solid full year result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were flat. Full year 2021 results: Revenue: JP¥68.1b (up 17% from FY 2020). Net income: JP¥6.28b (up 13% from FY 2020). Profit margin: 9.2% (in line with FY 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 15% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 26% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth.
Upcoming Dividend • Mar 23Upcoming dividend of JP¥27.00 per shareEligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 30 March 2021. Payment date: 18 June 2021. Trailing yield: 1.3%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (2.7%). In line with average of industry peers (1.3%).
Is New 90 Day High Low • Feb 17New 90-day low: JP¥2,905The company is down 16% from its price of JP¥3,470 on 19 November 2020. The Japanese market is up 14% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the IT industry, which is up 11% over the same period.
Reported Earnings • Feb 13Third quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS JP¥28.26 (vs JP¥25.60 in 3Q 2020)The company reported a solid third quarter result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were flat. Third quarter 2021 results: Revenue: JP¥15.7b (up 16% from 3Q 2020). Net income: JP¥1.55b (up 11% from 3Q 2020). Profit margin: 9.9% (in line with 3Q 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 14% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 42% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth.
Reported Earnings • Jan 28Third quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS JP¥28.30 (vs JP¥25.60 in 3Q 2020)The company reported a solid third quarter result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were flat. Third quarter 2021 results: Revenue: JP¥15.7b (up 16% from 3Q 2020). Net income: JP¥1.55b (up 11% from 3Q 2020). Profit margin: 9.9% (in line with 3Q 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 14% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 35% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth.
Is New 90 Day High Low • Jan 28New 90-day low: JP¥3,020The company is down 20% from its price of JP¥3,790 on 30 October 2020. The Japanese market is up 15% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the IT industry, which is up 12% over the same period.
공시 • Dec 27Infocom Corporation to Report Q3, 2021 Results on Jan 27, 2021Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q3, 2021 results on Jan 27, 2021
Is New 90 Day High Low • Dec 22New 90-day low: JP¥3,190The company is down 21% from its price of JP¥4,035 on 23 September 2020. The Japanese market is up 8.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the IT industry, which is up 1.0% over the same period.
Is New 90 Day High Low • Dec 07New 90-day low: JP¥3,310The company is down 10.0% from its price of JP¥3,665 on 08 September 2020. The Japanese market is up 10.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the IT industry, which is up 9.0% over the same period.
공시 • Nov 18H1 and Infocom Corporation Announce Reseller AgreementH1 and Infocom Corporation announced a reseller agreement. The deal provides Infocom's software and "DigiPro" cloud services' customers access to 9 million healthcare professionals enhancing the depth of KOL data and accelerating the KOL selection process.
공시 • Sep 28Infocom Corporation to Report Q2, 2021 Results on Oct 28, 2020Infocom Corporation announced that they will report Q2, 2021 results on Oct 28, 2020