Yamaha Past Earnings Performance
Past criteria checks 4/6
Yamaha's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -16.7%, while the Leisure industry saw earnings growing at 17.5% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 3.5% per year. Yamaha's return on equity is 5%, and it has net margins of 5.1%.
Key information
-16.72%
Earnings growth rate
-14.33%
EPS growth rate
| Leisure Industry Growth | 22.02% |
| Revenue growth rate | 3.51% |
| Return on equity | 4.96% |
| Net Margin | 5.10% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 28
7951: Buybacks And Mixed Segment Trends Will Support Balanced Medium-Term Repricing
Analysts have kept Yamaha's fair value estimate steady at ¥1,181.43, with only marginal adjustments to inputs such as the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E to reflect refreshed assumptions rather than a change in overall view. What's in the News Yamaha completed a share repurchase of 13,488,300 shares, or 3% of shares, for ¥14,999.9 million under the buyback announced on November 4, 2025.Narrative Update • Apr 09
7951: Buybacks And Creator-Focused Products Will Support Steady Medium-Term Repricing
Analysts have kept Yamaha's price target broadly steady around ¥1,181, citing only small tweaks to assumptions such as the discount rate, long term revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E multiple rather than any major shift in the outlook. What's in the News Yamaha completed a share repurchase program announced on November 4, 2025, buying back a total of 13,488,300 shares, representing 3% of shares, for ¥14,999.9 million.Narrative Update • Mar 26
7951: Buybacks And Creator-Focused Products Will Support Balanced Medium-Term Repricing
Analysts have adjusted their price target on Yamaha slightly higher from ¥1,180 to approximately ¥1,181, reflecting updated assumptions for the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin and future P/E expectations. What's in the News Yamaha completed a share buyback of 13,488,300 shares, representing 3% of shares, for ¥14,999.9 million under the program announced on November 4, 2025, with repurchases running through March 24, 2026 (company buyback update).Narrative Update • Mar 11
7951: Share Repurchases And New Creator Products Will Support Balanced Medium Term Repricing
Analysts have kept their Yamaha price target steady at ¥1,180, with small tweaks to inputs such as the discount rate and assumed future P/E reflecting only minor model refinements rather than a shift in their overall view. What's in the News Board meeting scheduled for November 4, 2025 to approve matters related to acquisition of treasury stock, indicating continued focus on share repurchases (Board Meeting).Narrative Update • Feb 25
7951: Audio Creator Launches And Buyback Will Support Balanced Medium Term Repricing
Analysts have adjusted their price target on Yamaha to ¥1,180 from ¥1,158, citing updated assumptions around revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E levels. What's in the News Yamaha raised its consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, now guiding to revenue of ¥462.0b, core operating profit of ¥33.0b, operating profit of ¥30.0b, and profit attributable to owners of the parent of ¥24.0b, with basic EPS at ¥53.32 (company guidance).Analysis Article • Feb 13
There May Be Reason For Hope In Yamaha's (TSE:7951) Disappointing Earnings
Shareholders appeared unconcerned with Yamaha Corporation's ( TSE:7951 ) lackluster earnings report last week. We think...Narrative Update • Feb 11
7951: New Audio Creator Products And Buyback Will Support Measured Repricing Potential
Analysts have kept their Yamaha fair value estimate steady at ¥1,158.57, with only modest tweaks to assumptions on discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E informing the updated price target narrative. What's in the News Yamaha revised its consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, with revenue now expected at ¥462.0b and core operating profit at ¥33.0b, alongside profit attributable to owners of the parent of ¥24.0b and basic EPS of ¥53.32.Narrative Update • Jan 28
7951: New Creator-Focused Audio Lineup Will Support Gradual Repricing Potential
Analysts have lifted their fair value estimate for Yamaha from ¥1,132.50 to about ¥1,158.60, citing updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, discount rate and future P/E that collectively support a higher price target. What's in the News Yamaha launched its MGX Series digital mixing consoles, URX Series audio interfaces, and CC1 USB controller, targeting musicians, performers, streamers, podcasters, and content creators across live performance, recording, and streaming use cases (Product-Related Announcements).Analysis Article • Jan 06
Yamaha (TSE:7951) Has More To Do To Multiply In Value Going Forward
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...Analysis Article • Dec 03
Yamaha (TSE:7951) Could Easily Take On More Debt
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Narrative Update • Sep 06
Digital Transformation Will Unlock Global Music Opportunities
Despite a slight increase in Yamaha’s discount rate, both the future P/E and analyst price target remained essentially unchanged, with the fair value holding steady at ¥1132. What's in the News Yamaha lowered FY2026 guidance, with revenue now expected at JPY 452,000 million (down from JPY 455,000 million) and operating profit revised to JPY 30,000 million (down from JPY 38,500 million).Analysis Article • Aug 14
We Think You Can Look Beyond Yamaha's (TSE:7951) Lackluster Earnings
The most recent earnings report from Yamaha Corporation ( TSE:7951 ) was disappointing for shareholders. However, our...Analysis Article • Jul 14
Is Yamaha (TSE:7951) Using Too Much Debt?
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' When we think about how risky a company...Analysis Article • Jun 28
Yamaha Corporation Earnings Missed Analyst Estimates: Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Now
It's been a good week for Yamaha Corporation ( TSE:7951 ) shareholders, because the company has just released its...Analysis Article • Apr 25
Investors Appear Satisfied With Yamaha Corporation's (TSE:7951) Prospects
Yamaha Corporation's ( TSE:7951 ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 20.7x might make it look like a strong sell...Analysis Article • Mar 15
Yamaha (TSE:7951) Seems To Use Debt Quite Sensibly
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analysis Article • Feb 28
An Intrinsic Calculation For Yamaha Corporation (TSE:7951) Suggests It's 22% Undervalued
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Yamaha fair value estimate is JP¥1,443 Yamaha is estimated to...Analysis Article • Feb 13
Some May Be Optimistic About Yamaha's (TSE:7951) Earnings
Soft earnings didn't appear to concern Yamaha Corporation's ( TSE:7951 ) shareholders over the last week. Our analysis...
New Narrative • Dec 29
New Digital Mixer And Audio Equipment Expansion Ignite Future Growth
Strong performance in B2B audio and new digital mixer release are key drivers of future revenue growth despite sluggish instrument sales.Analysis Article • Dec 23
Yamaha Corporation's (TSE:7951) Share Price Matching Investor Opinion
Yamaha Corporation's ( TSE:7951 ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 26.9x might make it look like a strong sell...Analysis Article • Dec 04
Investors Could Be Concerned With Yamaha's (TSE:7951) Returns On Capital
If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...Analysis Article • Aug 28
Is There An Opportunity With Yamaha Corporation's (TSE:7951) 35% Undervaluation?
Key Insights The projected fair value for Yamaha is JP¥5,282 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Yamaha's...Analysis Article • Aug 11
The Price Is Right For Yamaha Corporation (TSE:7951) Even After Diving 25%
Yamaha Corporation ( TSE:7951 ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow with a...Analysis Article • Jul 31
Yamaha (TSE:7951) Has Announced A Dividend Of ¥37.00
Yamaha Corporation ( TSE:7951 ) will pay a dividend of ¥37.00 on the 9th of December. The dividend yield will be 2.1...Analysis Article • Jul 18
The Returns On Capital At Yamaha (TSE:7951) Don't Inspire Confidence
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...Analysis Article • Jul 02
Some May Be Optimistic About Yamaha's (TSE:7951) Earnings
The market for Yamaha Corporation's ( TSE:7951 ) shares didn't move much after it posted weak earnings recently. We...Analysis Article • Jun 26
Market Participants Recognise Yamaha Corporation's (TSE:7951) Earnings
Yamaha Corporation's ( TSE:7951 ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 19.9x might make it look like a sell right now...Analysis Article • Jun 11
Here's Why Yamaha (TSE:7951) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • May 26
An Intrinsic Calculation For Yamaha Corporation (TSE:7951) Suggests It's 21% Undervalued
Key Insights The projected fair value for Yamaha is JP¥4,270 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current share...Analysis Article • May 10
Results: Yamaha Corporation Beat Earnings Expectations And Analysts Now Have New Forecasts
It's been a good week for Yamaha Corporation ( TSE:7951 ) shareholders, because the company has just released its...Analysis Article • Apr 12
Yamaha's (TSE:7951) Returns On Capital Not Reflecting Well On The Business
What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? One common...Analysis Article • Mar 11
Yamaha's (TSE:7951) Dividend Will Be ¥37.00
Yamaha Corporation ( TSE:7951 ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of ¥37.00 per share on the 26th of June. This...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How Yamaha makes and spends money. Based on latest reported earnings, on an LTM basis.
Earnings and Revenue History
| Date | Revenue | Earnings | G+A Expenses | R&D Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Mar 26 | 465,330 | 23,720 | 143,091 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 452,404 | 19,252 | 136,882 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 450,310 | 17,844 | 136,515 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 453,822 | 6,315 | 137,445 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 462,080 | 13,351 | 139,406 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 471,768 | 23,211 | 141,469 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 471,372 | 19,959 | 135,370 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 468,816 | 32,572 | 139,912 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 462,866 | 29,642 | 136,926 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 454,977 | 28,898 | 129,702 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 453,029 | 32,324 | 127,477 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 451,717 | 36,080 | 123,101 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 451,410 | 38,183 | 120,134 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 444,087 | 37,257 | 117,134 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 427,708 | 36,625 | 113,055 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 411,621 | 32,434 | 109,744 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 408,197 | 37,255 | 106,774 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 402,658 | 38,996 | 103,252 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 406,325 | 40,965 | 102,977 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 403,308 | 41,837 | 100,484 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 372,630 | 26,615 | 97,288 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 363,915 | 19,524 | 101,591 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 370,506 | 20,586 | 104,225 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 386,496 | 25,522 | 110,300 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 414,227 | 34,621 | 117,005 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 427,469 | 40,456 | 120,271 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 432,661 | 43,699 | 121,969 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 431,800 | 41,652 | 123,136 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 437,416 | 43,753 | 122,827 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 436,800 | 40,837 | 124,394 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 436,446 | 55,914 | 126,938 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 436,852 | 54,437 | 123,428 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 432,967 | 54,378 | 122,952 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 428,667 | 59,220 | 121,332 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 418,895 | 39,142 | 119,865 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 411,098 | 33,565 | 118,846 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 408,248 | 46,719 | 119,194 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 408,028 | 39,191 | 120,439 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 417,178 | 42,437 | 122,389 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 428,343 | 48,868 | 126,212 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 435,477 | 32,633 | 128,993 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 444,690 | 34,723 | 130,452 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 443,238 | 31,550 | 131,223 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 438,109 | 27,103 | 129,494 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: 7951 has high quality earnings.
Growing Profit Margin: 7951's current net profit margins (5.1%) are higher than last year (2.9%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: 7951's earnings have declined by 16.7% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: 7951's earnings growth over the past year (77.7%) exceeds its 5-year average (-16.7% per year).
Earnings vs Industry: 7951 earnings growth over the past year (77.7%) exceeded the Leisure industry -12.2%.
Return on Equity
High ROE: 7951's Return on Equity (5%) is considered low.
Return on Assets
Return on Capital Employed
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/12 13:33 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/12 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
Data Sources
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Yamaha Corporation is covered by 20 analysts. 6 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Eiichi Katayama | BofA Global Research |
| Citi Research | Citigroup Inc |
| Kota Ezawa | Citigroup Inc |