Announcement • May 09
Material Group Inc. to Report Q3, 2026 Results on Jul 14, 2026 Material Group Inc. announced that they will report Q3, 2026 results on Jul 14, 2026 Reported Earnings • Apr 15
Second quarter 2026 earnings released: EPS: JP¥21.65 (vs JP¥8.89 in 2Q 2025) Second quarter 2026 results: EPS: JP¥21.65 (up from JP¥8.89 in 2Q 2025). Revenue: JP¥2.23b (up 60% from 2Q 2025). Net income: JP¥207.0m (up 138% from 2Q 2025). Profit margin: 9.3% (up from 6.3% in 2Q 2025). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Announcement • Apr 03
Material Group Inc. to Report Q2, 2026 Results on Apr 14, 2026 Material Group Inc. announced that they will report Q2, 2026 results on Apr 14, 2026 Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Feb 06
Investor sentiment deteriorates as stock falls 17% After last week's 17% share price decline to JP¥800, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 15.2x. Average trailing P/E is 16x in the Media industry in Japan. Total returns to shareholders of 18% over the past year. New Risk • Feb 04
New minor risk - Share price stability The company's share price has been volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 75% of Japanese stocks, typically moving 5.5% 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. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Minor Risks High level of debt (45% net debt to equity). Share price has been volatile over the past 3 months (5.5% average weekly change). Profit margins are more than 30% lower than last year (7.4% net profit margin). Market cap is less than US$100m (JP¥8.30b market cap, or US$52.9m). Reported Earnings • Jan 15
First quarter 2026 earnings released: EPS: JP¥19.52 (vs JP¥15.51 in 1Q 2025) First quarter 2026 results: EPS: JP¥19.52 (up from JP¥15.51 in 1Q 2025). Revenue: JP¥2.17b (up 32% from 1Q 2025). Net income: JP¥188.0m (up 25% from 1Q 2025). Profit margin: 8.7% (down from 9.2% in 1Q 2025). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Announcement • Nov 27
Material Group Inc. to Report Q1, 2026 Results on Jan 14, 2026 Material Group Inc. announced that they will report Q1, 2026 results on Jan 14, 2026 Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Nov 17
Now 21% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 18% to JP¥667. The fair value is estimated to be JP¥841, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 13% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 23%. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Oct 30
Now 21% undervalued after recent price drop Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 17% to JP¥668. The fair value is estimated to be JP¥842, however this is not to be taken as a buy recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 13% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 23%. Reported Earnings • Oct 15
Full year 2025 earnings released: EPS: JP¥48.22 (vs JP¥73.04 in FY 2024) Full year 2025 results: EPS: JP¥48.22 (down from JP¥73.04 in FY 2024). Revenue: JP¥6.29b (up 19% from FY 2024). Net income: JP¥468.0m (down 34% from FY 2024). Profit margin: 7.4% (down from 13% in FY 2024). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Announcement • Oct 14
Material Group Inc., Annual General Meeting, Nov 27, 2025 Material Group Inc., Annual General Meeting, Nov 27, 2025. Announcement • Aug 23
Material Group Inc. (TSE:156A) agreed to acquire Social media marketing, digital transformation support, video school business from TLPC Inc. for ¥1.9 billion. Material Group Inc. (TSE:156A) agreed to acquire Social media marketing, digital transformation support, video school business from TLPC Inc. for ¥1.9 billion on August 22, 2025. A cash consideration of ¥1.89 billion will be paid by Material Group Inc. The acquisition funds are planned to be borrowed from financial institutions.
The expected completion of the transaction is September 30, 2025. Upcoming Dividend • Aug 21
Upcoming dividend of JP¥26.00 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 28 August 2025. Payment date: 28 November 2025. Payout ratio is a comfortable 35% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 3.3%. Lower than top quartile of Japanese dividend payers (3.7%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.7%). Announcement • Aug 07
Material Group Inc. to Report Fiscal Year 2025 Results on Oct 14, 2025 Material Group Inc. announced that they will report fiscal year 2025 results on Oct 14, 2025 Announcement • Jul 22
Material Group Inc. (TSE:156A) signed a memorandum of understanding to acquire 51% stake in Bridge, Inc. from Matsumoto Yusuke and Kadoya Rie. Material Group Inc. (TSE:156A) signed a memorandum of understanding to acquire 51% stake in Bridge, Inc. from Matsumoto Yusuke and Kadoya Rie on July 22, 2025. The expected completion of the transaction is Late August 2025. New Risk • Jul 17
New minor risk - Dividend sustainability The dividend is not well covered by cash flows. Cash payout ratio: 0% Dividend yield: 3.3% This is considered a minor risk. Dividends are ultimately paid out of the company's available cash reserves. Companies that pay out too much of their cash flow are at risk of having to reduce or cut their dividend in future. If cash flow growth slows or cash flows fall, then there may not be enough cash reserves to maintain the same dividend. Or in extreme cases, companies may opt to take on debt to maintain the dividend. This risk is mitigated by the fact the dividend is covered by earnings, however, cash flows are generally more important. For dividend paying companies, any reduction in the dividend can significantly impact the share price. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk Shares are highly illiquid. Minor Risks Dividend is not well covered by cash flows (0% cash payout ratio). Market cap is less than US$100m (JP¥7.19b market cap, or US$48.5m). Reported Earnings • Jul 16
Third quarter 2025 earnings released: EPS: JP¥17.98 (vs JP¥29.75 in 3Q 2024) Third quarter 2025 results: EPS: JP¥17.98 (down from JP¥29.75 in 3Q 2024). Revenue: JP¥1.68b (up 35% from 3Q 2024). Net income: JP¥175.0m (down 37% from 3Q 2024). Profit margin: 10% (down from 22% in 3Q 2024). The decrease in margin was driven by higher expenses. Announcement • Apr 17
Material Group Inc. (TSE:156A) announces an Equity Buyback for 400,000 shares, representing 4.05% for ¥260 million. Material Group Inc. (TSE:156A) announces a share repurchase program. Under the program, the company will repurchase up to 400,000 shares, representing 4.04% of its issued share capital, for ¥260 million. The purpose of the program is to implement a flexible capital policy in response to changes in the business environment and to enhance shareholder returns. The program is valid till August 23, 2024. As of February 28, 2025, the company had 9,877,197 shares (excluding treasury stock) and 65,753 shares in treasury. Reported Earnings • Apr 15
Second quarter 2025 earnings released Second quarter 2025 results: EPS: JP¥8.89. Net income: JP¥87.0m (up JP¥87.0m from 2Q 2024). New Risk • Apr 07
New major risk - Share price stability The company's share price has been highly volatile over the past 3 months. It is more volatile than 90% of Japanese stocks, typically moving 8.2% a week. This is considered a major risk. Share price volatility 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. It may also indicate 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. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Major Risk Share price has been highly volatile over the past 3 months (8.2% average weekly change). Minor Risk Market cap is less than US$100m (JP¥5.43b market cap, or US$37.2m). Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Apr 07
Investor sentiment deteriorates as stock falls 21% After last week's 21% share price decline to JP¥558, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 7.4x. Average trailing P/E is 16x in the Media industry in Japan. Total loss to shareholders of 42% over the past year. Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Jan 21
Investor sentiment improves as stock rises 15% After last week's 15% share price gain to JP¥677, the stock trades at a trailing P/E ratio of 9x. Average trailing P/E is 16x in the Media industry in Japan. Reported Earnings • Jan 15
First quarter 2025 earnings released First quarter 2025 results: EPS: JP¥15.51. Net income: JP¥151.0m (up JP¥151.0m from 1Q 2024). Board Change • Dec 18
Less than half of directors are independent Following the recent departure of a director, there are only 2 independent directors on the board. The company's board is composed of: 2 independent directors. 3 non-independent directors. Independent Outside Director Masaki Nakata was the last independent director to join the board, commencing their role in 2022. The company's minority of independent directors is a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Reported Earnings • Dec 04
Full year 2024 earnings: EPS and revenues miss analyst expectations Full year 2024 results: EPS: JP¥73.04 (up from JP¥44.47 in FY 2023). Revenue: JP¥5.28b (up 13% from FY 2023). Net income: JP¥709.0m (up 62% from FY 2023). Profit margin: 13% (up from 9.4% in FY 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue missed analyst estimates by 8.5%. Earnings per share (EPS) also missed analyst estimates by 4.1%. Revenue is forecast to grow 20% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 4.1% growth forecast for the Media industry in Japan. Announcement • Nov 27
Material Group Inc. to Report Q1, 2025 Results on Jan 14, 2025 Material Group Inc. announced that they will report Q1, 2025 results on Jan 14, 2025 Reported Earnings • Oct 17
Full year 2024 earnings: EPS and revenues miss analyst expectations Full year 2024 results: EPS: JP¥73.04 (up from JP¥44.47 in FY 2023). Revenue: JP¥5.28b (up 13% from FY 2023). Net income: JP¥709.0m (up 62% from FY 2023). Profit margin: 13% (up from 9.4% in FY 2023). The increase in margin was driven by higher revenue. Revenue missed analyst estimates by 8.5%. Earnings per share (EPS) also missed analyst estimates by 4.1%. Revenue is forecast to grow 20% p.a. on average during the next 2 years, compared to a 4.0% growth forecast for the Media industry in Japan. Announcement • Oct 12
Material Group Inc., Annual General Meeting, Nov 27, 2024 Material Group Inc., Annual General Meeting, Nov 27, 2024. New Risk • Sep 09
New minor risk - Financial data availability The company's latest financial reports are more than 6 months old. Last reported fiscal period ended August 2023. This is considered a minor risk. If the company has not reported its earnings on time, it may have been delayed due to audit problems or it may be finding it difficult to reconcile its accounts. Currently, the following risks have been identified for the company: Minor Risks Latest financial reports are more than 6 months old (reported August 2023 fiscal period end). Share price has been volatile over the past 3 months (9.7% average weekly change). Market cap is less than US$100m (JP¥8.06b market cap, or US$56.6m). Announcement • Aug 27
Material Group Inc. to Report Fiscal Year 2024 Results on Oct 11, 2024 Material Group Inc. announced that they will report fiscal year 2024 results on Oct 11, 2024 Valuation Update With 7 Day Price Move • Aug 05
Investor sentiment deteriorates as stock falls 15% After last week's 15% share price decline to JP¥767, the stock trades at a forward P/E ratio of 10x. Average forward P/E is 13x in the Media industry in Japan. Announcement • Jul 13
Material Group Inc. (TSE:156A) announces an Equity Buyback for 200,000 shares, representing 2.02% for ¥236 million. Material Group Inc. (TSE:156A) announces a share repurchase program. Under the program, the company will repurchase up to 200,000 shares, representing 2.02% of its issued share capital, for ¥ 236 million. The purpose of the program is to repurchase shares to serve as substitute treasury stock to be issued when stock acquisition rights are exercised. The program is valid till August 23, 2024. As of June 30, 2024, the company had 9,877,197 shares (excluding treasury stock) and 0 shares in treasury. Announcement • May 30
Material Group Inc. to Report Q3, 2024 Results on Jul 12, 2024 Material Group Inc. announced that they will report Q3, 2024 results on Jul 12, 2024