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Link and Motivation Plus Two More Stocks Estimated To Be Undervalued On The Japanese Exchange

Amid rising concerns about tighter U.S. restrictions on semiconductor exports affecting Japanese technology stocks, Japan's stock markets experienced a downturn last week. This context sets the stage for exploring potentially undervalued stocks, like Link and Motivation, which may present interesting opportunities in such market conditions.

Top 10 Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows In Japan

NameCurrent PriceFair Value (Est)Discount (Est)
Persol HoldingsLtd (TSE:2181)¥254.20¥492.3048.4%
Hibino (TSE:2469)¥2704.00¥5231.0748.3%
West Holdings (TSE:1407)¥2135.00¥4140.7548.4%
Micronics Japan (TSE:6871)¥5930.00¥11713.7749.4%
Visional (TSE:4194)¥7720.00¥15165.8349.1%
Macromill (TSE:3978)¥874.00¥1682.3748%
Tri Chemical Laboratories (TSE:4369)¥3685.00¥7024.0247.5%
Bushiroad (TSE:7803)¥383.00¥725.2747.2%
PeptiDream (TSE:4587)¥2743.50¥5337.2448.6%
Atrae (TSE:6194)¥894.00¥1716.6647.9%

Click here to see the full list of 91 stocks from our Undervalued Japanese Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener.

Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

Link and Motivation (TSE:2170)

Overview: Link and Motivation Inc. operates in Japan, offering consulting and cloud services, with a market capitalization of approximately ¥54.04 billion.

Operations: The firm operates primarily in consulting and cloud services within Japan.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 45.4%

Link and Motivation, trading at ¥504, is significantly undervalued based on a discounted cash flow estimate of ¥923.1. The company's earnings have increased by 44.4% over the past year and are expected to grow by 18.38% annually, outpacing the Japanese market forecast of 8.9%. Additionally, its revenue growth projection of 10.4% annually also exceeds the market expectation of 4.3%. Recent strategic share buybacks underline management's confidence in value, repurchasing shares worth ¥428.63 million to enhance shareholder value.

TSE:2170 Discounted Cash Flow as at Jul 2024
TSE:2170 Discounted Cash Flow as at Jul 2024

en-japan (TSE:4849)

Overview: en-japan inc. operates in providing human resources services both domestically and internationally, with a market capitalization of approximately ¥112.70 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue from its human resources services across both domestic and international markets.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 42.4%

En-japan, priced at ¥2760, is deemed undervalued with a fair value estimate of ¥4789.54 based on discounted cash flows. Its earnings are expected to grow by 17% annually, surpassing the Japanese market's 8.9%. Despite slower revenue growth projections of 8% annually, this still outpaces the market forecast of 4.3%. However, its dividend coverage is weak, not well-supported by earnings or free cash flow. Recently, en-japan reaffirmed its dividend at JPY 70.10 per share and provided a positive earnings guidance for FY2025.

TSE:4849 Discounted Cash Flow as at Jul 2024
TSE:4849 Discounted Cash Flow as at Jul 2024

LITALICO (TSE:7366)

Overview: LITALICO Inc. operates schools for learning and preschools in Japan, with a market capitalization of approximately ¥61.34 billion.

Operations: The firm focuses on educational services in Japan, specifically operating schools for learning and preschools.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 35.6%

LITALICO, trading at ¥1718, is valued below its estimated fair value of ¥2667.49, indicating a significant undervaluation based on cash flows. Its earnings are expected to grow by 12.56% annually, outpacing the Japanese market forecast of 8.9%. Despite strong past earnings growth of 115.6%, quality concerns arise from large one-off items affecting financial results. Recently, LITALICO announced a private placement expected to raise approximately ¥26.57 million in gross proceeds, enhancing its financial flexibility for future growth initiatives.

TSE:7366 Discounted Cash Flow as at Jul 2024
TSE:7366 Discounted Cash Flow as at Jul 2024

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About TSE:2170

Link and Motivation

Provides consulting and cloud services in Japan.

Flawless balance sheet established dividend payer.

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