3 Japanese Exchange Stocks Estimated To Be Up To 49.5% Below Intrinsic Value

Japan’s stock markets have made modest gains recently, with the Nikkei 225 Index rising 0.8% and the broader TOPIX Index up 0.2%. Amid ongoing market volatility and a commitment from the Bank of Japan to normalize monetary policy, investors are increasingly looking for undervalued opportunities. In this environment, identifying stocks trading below their intrinsic value can offer significant potential for growth as market conditions stabilize.

Top 10 Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows In Japan

Name	Current Price	Fair Value (Est)	Discount (Est)
Funai Soken Holdings (TSE:9757)	¥2342.00	¥4634.31	49.5%
IMAGICA GROUP (TSE:6879)	¥505.00	¥1005.28	49.8%
Kotobuki Spirits (TSE:2222)	¥1760.00	¥3434.73	48.8%
Hottolink (TSE:3680)	¥332.00	¥660.62	49.7%
BayCurrent Consulting (TSE:6532)	¥4422.00	¥8584.55	48.5%
EnomotoLtd (TSE:6928)	¥1495.00	¥2933.87	49%
Adventure (TSE:6030)	¥3775.00	¥7393.94	48.9%
Visional (TSE:4194)	¥8890.00	¥17120.62	48.1%
SBI ARUHI (TSE:7198)	¥867.00	¥1703.42	49.1%
freee K.K (TSE:4478)	¥3080.00	¥5917.03	47.9%

Click here to see the full list of 84 stocks from our Undervalued Japanese Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener.

Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.

Kotobuki Spirits (TSE:2222)

Overview: Kotobuki Spirits Co., Ltd. produces and sells sweets in Japan and has a market cap of approximately ¥266.62 billion.

Operations: The company generates revenue from several segments, including Shukrei (¥27.03 billion), Casey Shii (¥18.88 billion), Kotobuki Confectionery/Tajima Kotobuki (¥13.19 billion), Sales Subsidiaries (¥7.06 billion), and Kujukushima (¥6.56 billion).

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 48.8%

Kotobuki Spirits is trading 48.8% below its estimated fair value of ¥3434.73, with a current price of ¥1760. Despite slower revenue growth forecasts (10.9% per year) compared to the market, its earnings are expected to grow faster than the JP market at 12.8% annually. Recent earnings showed a significant increase of 33.7%, and analysts agree on a potential stock price rise by 39.4%.

• Our comprehensive growth report raises the possibility that Kotobuki Spirits is poised for substantial financial growth.
• Get an in-depth perspective on Kotobuki Spirits' balance sheet by reading our health report here.

Strike CompanyLimited (TSE:6196)

Overview: Strike Company, Limited (TSE:6196) offers mergers and acquisitions brokerage services for small and medium-sized companies in Japan, with a market cap of ¥79.69 billion.

Operations: Strike Company, Limited generates revenue primarily from its M&A Intermediary Business, amounting to ¥17.97 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 32.6%

Strike Company Limited is trading at ¥4430, significantly below its estimated fair value of ¥6575.47. Forecasts indicate revenue growth of 18.6% per year and earnings growth of 17.7% annually, both outpacing the JP market averages. Despite a volatile share price recently, the company has shown strong past earnings growth (62.3%). Recent guidance projects net sales of ¥18.22 billion and a revised dividend increase to ¥85 per share for FY2024/9, reflecting robust financial health and potential undervaluation based on cash flows.

• The analysis detailed in our Strike CompanyLimited growth report hints at robust future financial performance.
• Dive into the specifics of Strike CompanyLimited here with our thorough financial health report.

Funai Soken Holdings (TSE:9757)

Overview: Funai Soken Holdings Incorporated offers consulting services to manufacturing and retail businesses in Japan and has a market cap of ¥108.69 billion.

Operations: Funai Soken Holdings generates revenue from providing consulting services to manufacturing and retail businesses in Japan.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 49.5%

Funai Soken Holdings is trading at ¥2342, significantly below its estimated fair value of ¥4634.31. Despite a slower revenue growth forecast (8.7% per year), it outpaces the JP market average of 4.3%. Earnings are expected to grow at 8.64% annually, slightly above the market rate, with a high return on equity forecasted at 23.5%. Recent activities include a dividend increase to ¥37 per share and completion of a significant share buyback program totaling ¥1.90 billion.

• Our earnings growth report unveils the potential for significant increases in Funai Soken Holdings' future results.
• Navigate through the intricacies of Funai Soken Holdings with our comprehensive financial health report here.

Summing It All Up

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