3 Japanese Stocks Estimated To Be Trading At Discounts Of Up To 36.3%

Japan's stock markets recently experienced a decline, with the Nikkei 225 Index and the TOPIX Index both showing losses, amid easing domestic inflation and speculation about future interest rate changes by the Bank of Japan. Despite these challenges, opportunities may exist for investors seeking undervalued stocks that could be trading at significant discounts. Identifying such stocks often involves looking for companies with strong fundamentals that are temporarily out of favor in a fluctuating market environment.

Top 10 Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows In Japan

Name	Current Price	Fair Value (Est)	Discount (Est)
Nihon Dempa Kogyo (TSE:6779)	¥1031.00	¥1878.95	45.1%
Akatsuki (TSE:3932)	¥1952.00	¥3632.37	46.3%
Hagiwara Electric Holdings (TSE:7467)	¥3315.00	¥6606.45	49.8%
Avant Group (TSE:3836)	¥2145.00	¥3957.36	45.8%
Pilot (TSE:7846)	¥4709.00	¥8930.62	47.3%
Forum Engineering (TSE:7088)	¥874.00	¥1604.05	45.5%
Adventure (TSE:6030)	¥3800.00	¥7293.95	47.9%
BayCurrent Consulting (TSE:6532)	¥4853.00	¥9299.46	47.8%
KeePer Technical Laboratory (TSE:6036)	¥4160.00	¥7849.95	47%
Mercari (TSE:4385)	¥2166.00	¥4210.33	48.6%

Click here to see the full list of 81 stocks from our Undervalued Japanese Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener.

We're going to check out a few of the best picks from our screener tool.

Nisshinbo Holdings (TSE:3105)

Overview: Nisshinbo Holdings Inc. operates in wireless communication, microdevice, automobile brakes, mechatronics, chemicals, textiles, and real estate sectors both in China and internationally with a market cap of ¥151.43 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include Wireless Communication (¥198.40 billion), Brake Systems (¥120.79 billion), Micro Device (¥73.06 billion), Precision Mechanical Equipment (¥53.07 billion), Fiber (¥37.32 billion), Chemicals (¥11.37 billion), and Real Estate (¥10.72 billion).

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 34.9%

Nisshinbo Holdings is trading at ¥963.5, significantly below its estimated fair value of ¥1479.12, indicating potential undervaluation based on cash flows. Although revenue growth is modest at 4.5% annually, it surpasses the JP market average of 4.2%. However, the dividend yield of 3.74% isn't well-supported by earnings or free cash flows, and debt coverage by operating cash flow remains a concern despite expected profitability within three years with strong earnings growth forecasts at 31.17% per year.

• Our expertly prepared growth report on Nisshinbo Holdings implies its future financial outlook may be stronger than recent results.
• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Nisshinbo Holdings' balance sheet health report.

Mandom (TSE:4917)

Overview: Mandom Corporation manufactures and sells cosmetics, perfumes, and quasi-drugs in Japan, Indonesia, and internationally with a market cap of ¥55.66 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments are comprised of ¥44.54 billion from Japan, ¥18.24 billion from Indonesia, and ¥21.10 billion from other overseas markets.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 22.3%

Mandom is trading at ¥1239, below its estimated fair value of ¥1595.34, highlighting potential undervaluation based on cash flows. The company forecasts strong earnings growth of 28.54% annually, outpacing the JP market's 8.7%. Revenue growth is moderate at 5.2%, above the market average but not high overall. While Mandom offers a reliable dividend yield of 3.23%, large one-off items affect earnings quality and future return on equity is expected to be low at 5.6%.

• The growth report we've compiled suggests that Mandom's future prospects could be on the up.
• Click here to discover the nuances of Mandom with our detailed financial health report.

LITALICO (TSE:7366)

Overview: LITALICO Inc. operates schools for learning and preschool in Japan, with a market cap of ¥41.74 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue segments include the Employment Support Business at ¥11.08 billion, Child Welfare Business at ¥9.39 billion, and Platform Business at ¥4.05 billion.

Estimated Discount To Fair Value: 36.3%

LITALICO, trading at ¥1169, is significantly undervalued with a fair value estimate of ¥1835.15. Despite its high debt levels, the company is in a good financial position and forecasts robust earnings growth of 17.42% annually, surpassing the JP market's average growth rate. However, profit margins have declined from 10.6% to 7.4%, and recent share price volatility could impact investor sentiment despite promising cash flow valuation metrics.

• Our earnings growth report unveils the potential for significant increases in LITALICO's future results.
• Take a closer look at LITALICO's balance sheet health here in our report.

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