DeNA Past Earnings Performance
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DeNA's earnings have been declining at an average annual rate of -10.4%, while the Entertainment industry saw earnings growing at 5.9% annually. Revenues have been growing at an average rate of 4.3% per year. DeNA's return on equity is 7.7%, and it has net margins of 12.9%.
Key information
-10.42%
Earnings growth rate
-8.28%
EPS growth rate
| Entertainment Industry Growth | 17.91% |
| Revenue growth rate | 4.28% |
| Return on equity | 7.66% |
| Net Margin | 12.90% |
| Last Earnings Update | 31 Mar 2026 |
Recent past performance updates
Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 07
2432: Share Buyback And Dividend Policy Will Support Future Confidence
Analysts have raised their price target for DeNA from ¥2,902.5 to ¥2,975.0, citing updated assumptions. These include a lower discount rate, a change from a prior expectation of revenue decline to slightly positive revenue growth expectations, a modestly lower profit margin outlook, and a reduced future P/E estimate.Analysis Article • May 15
Earnings Miss: DeNA Co., Ltd. Missed EPS By 27% And Analysts Are Revising Their Forecasts
As you might know, DeNA Co., Ltd. ( TSE:2432 ) last week released its latest yearly, and things did not turn out so...Narrative Update • May 10
2432: Large Share Buyback And Stable Outlook Will Support Future Confidence
Analysts have maintained the DeNA price target at ¥2,902.5. Modest adjustments to the discount rate and long-term P/E assumptions support this unchanged view. What's in the News The board meeting on February 27, 2026 considered a resolution to repurchase the company’s own shares under Article 156 of the Companies Act (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 26
2432: Large Buyback And Higher Dividend Will Support Future Shareholder Confidence
Analysts have kept their ¥2,902.5 price target for DeNA essentially unchanged, reflecting only very small tweaks to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions. What's in the News The Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program on February 27, 2026, allowing DeNA to buy back up to 25,000,000 shares (22.42% of shares outstanding) for up to ¥50,000 million, with the program running until February 26, 2027 (Board resolution and buyback announcement).Narrative Update • Apr 11
2432: Large Buyback And Higher Dividend Will Support Future Shareholder Confidence
Analysts have maintained their ¥2,902.5 price target for DeNA, noting only minor adjustments to the discount rate and P/E assumptions, which leave their overall view on the stock essentially unchanged. What's in the News The Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program on February 27, 2026, allowing DeNA to buy back up to 25,000,000 shares, or 22.42% of shares outstanding, for up to ¥50,000 million.Narrative Update • Mar 28
2432: Large Share Repurchase Plan Will Support Future Shareholder Confidence
Analysts now see DeNA's fair value holding at ¥2,902.5, with a slightly higher implied future P/E of 19.95 reflecting small tweaks to the discount rate, revenue growth expectations, and profit margin assumptions. What's in the News Board meeting on February 27, 2026 to consider a resolution on repurchasing the company's own shares under Article 156 of the Companies Act (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Mar 11
2432: Share Repurchases And Higher Dividend Policy Will Support Future Confidence
Analysts have reaffirmed their ¥2,902.5 price target for DeNA, citing broadly unchanged assumptions around fair value, revenue growth, profit margins, and forward P/E, with only a modest adjustment to the discount rate. What's in the News Board meeting scheduled for February 27, 2026 to consider a resolution on repurchasing the company’s own shares under Article 156 of the Companies Act, indicating active discussion of capital allocation options (Board Meeting).Narrative Update • Feb 25
2432: Dividend Policy Shift And Higher Payout Will Support Future Confidence
Analysts have kept their DeNA price target broadly steady at about ¥2,900, reflecting only marginal tweaks to the discount rate, revenue growth expectations, profit margin assumptions, and future P/E inputs rather than a major shift in their view. What's in the News Board meeting scheduled for Feb 5, 2026, to discuss a change in the basic dividend policy and a revision to the dividend forecast, with the agenda referring to a dividend increase (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Feb 12
Shareholders Will Be Pleased With The Quality of DeNA's (TSE:2432) Earnings
DeNA Co., Ltd. ( TSE:2432 ) just reported healthy earnings but the stock price didn't move much. We think that...Narrative Update • Feb 11
2432: Potential Dividend Policy Shift Will Support Confidence At Fair Valuation
Analysts have nudged their price target on DeNA slightly higher to ¥2,902.50, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue trends and profit margins, along with a modestly revised future P/E multiple. What's in the News DeNA has scheduled a board meeting for Feb 5, 2026, to discuss a change in its basic dividend policy and a revision to its dividend forecast that indicates a potential dividend increase (Key Developments).Analysis Article • Feb 08
DeNA (TSE:2432) Will Pay A Larger Dividend Than Last Year At ¥66.00
DeNA Co., Ltd.'s ( TSE:2432 ) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the same period to ¥66.00 on 23rd...Narrative Update • Jan 27
2432: Future Fund Commitment Will Support Confidence Despite Weaker Revenue Outlook
Analysts have kept their fair value estimate for DeNA steady at ¥2,902.5 per share. The slight adjustment in the discount rate and forward P/E assumptions reflects updated views on the company’s risk profile and earnings multiple rather than a change in the headline price target.Narrative Update • Jan 12
2432: Future Partnership Commitment Will Support Confidence Despite Softer Revenue Outlook
Narrative Update on DeNA Analysts have trimmed their price target for DeNA from ¥3,214 to about ¥2,902, citing softer revenue growth and slightly lower projected profit margins. These factors are partly offset by a modestly lower discount rate and a higher assumed future P/E multiple.Analysis Article • Nov 13
DeNA Co., Ltd. Just Beat Earnings Expectations: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
DeNA Co., Ltd. ( TSE:2432 ) investors will be delighted, with the company turning in some strong numbers with its...Analysis Article • Oct 23
Risks To Shareholder Returns Are Elevated At These Prices For DeNA Co., Ltd. (TSE:2432)
It's not a stretch to say that DeNA Co., Ltd.'s ( TSE:2432 ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 1.6x right now seems...Narrative Update • Sep 06
Digital Gaming And Healthcare Will Define Future Markets
With both the discount rate and future P/E ratio essentially unchanged, analysts have maintained DeNA's consensus price target at ¥3214. What's in the News DeNA provided earnings guidance for fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, expecting revenue of JPY 146,000 million to JPY 154,000 million and operating profit of JPY 20,000 million to JPY 25,000 million.New Narrative • Aug 01
Digital Gaming And Healthcare Will Define Future Markets
Strong performance in gaming and sports, with diversified revenue streams and enhanced user engagement, supports stable and growing earnings.Analysis Article • Jul 23
These 4 Measures Indicate That DeNA (TSE:2432) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well
Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...Analysis Article • Jun 18
DeNA's (TSE:2432) Returns On Capital Are Heading Higher
If we want to find a potential multi-bagger, often there are underlying trends that can provide clues. Firstly, we'd...Analysis Article • May 28
DeNA Co., Ltd.'s (TSE:2432) 26% Share Price Plunge Could Signal Some Risk
The DeNA Co., Ltd. ( TSE:2432 ) share price has fared very poorly over the last month, falling by a substantial 26...Analysis Article • Apr 04
Is DeNA Co., Ltd. (TSE:2432) Trading At A 34% Discount?
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, DeNA fair value estimate is JP¥5,222 DeNA's JP¥3,436 share...Analysis Article • Mar 19
DeNA (TSE:2432) Shareholders Will Want The ROCE Trajectory To Continue
To find a multi-bagger stock, what are the underlying trends we should look for in a business? One common approach is...Analysis Article • Mar 03
Does DeNA (TSE:2432) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Feb 14
Solid Earnings Reflect DeNA's (TSE:2432) Strength As A Business
When companies post strong earnings, the stock generally performs well, just like DeNA Co., Ltd.'s ( TSE:2432 ) stock...Analysis Article • Feb 10
What DeNA Co., Ltd.'s (TSE:2432) 38% Share Price Gain Is Not Telling You
DeNA Co., Ltd. ( TSE:2432 ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 38% gain in the last month alone. The...Analysis Article • Dec 27
What DeNA Co., Ltd.'s (TSE:2432) 26% Share Price Gain Is Not Telling You
DeNA Co., Ltd. ( TSE:2432 ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 26% gain in the last month alone. The...Analysis Article • Nov 12
There's Reason For Concern Over DeNA Co., Ltd.'s (TSE:2432) Massive 38% Price Jump
Despite an already strong run, DeNA Co., Ltd. ( TSE:2432 ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 38% in the last...Analysis Article • Nov 11
DeNA Co., Ltd. Just Missed Earnings; Here's What Analysts Are Forecasting Now
It's been a pretty great week for DeNA Co., Ltd. ( TSE:2432 ) shareholders, with its shares surging 15% to JP¥2,104 in...Analysis Article • Sep 04
What DeNA Co., Ltd.'s (TSE:2432) 31% Share Price Gain Is Not Telling You
DeNA Co., Ltd. ( TSE:2432 ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 31% after a shaky period beforehand...Analysis Article • Jul 24
DeNA's (TSE:2432) Returns On Capital Tell Us There Is Reason To Feel Uneasy
When we're researching a company, it's sometimes hard to find the warning signs, but there are some financial metrics...Analysis Article • Jun 06
Getting In Cheap On DeNA Co., Ltd. (TSE:2432) Is Unlikely
With a median price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of close to 1.2x in the Entertainment industry in Japan, you could be...Analysis Article • May 10
DeNA Co., Ltd. (TSE:2432) Just Released Its Yearly Earnings: Here's What Analysts Think
Last week saw the newest full-year earnings release from DeNA Co., Ltd. ( TSE:2432 ), an important milestone in the...Analysis Article • Apr 28
Is DeNA (TSE:2432) Using Too Much Debt?
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Feb 29
DeNA Co., Ltd.'s (TSE:2432) Share Price Matching Investor Opinion
There wouldn't be many who think DeNA Co., Ltd.'s ( TSE:2432 ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 1.2x is worth a...Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
Revenue & Expenses Breakdown
How DeNA 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 | 147,700 | 19,048 | 51,691 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 25 | 161,722 | 25,259 | 55,948 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 25 | 176,886 | 44,221 | 54,664 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 25 | 171,742 | 32,344 | 58,285 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 25 | 163,997 | 24,193 | 57,869 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 24 | 149,311 | 18,306 | 56,185 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 24 | 131,848 | -33,085 | 55,136 | 770 |
| 30 Jun 24 | 134,565 | -30,269 | 59,514 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 24 | 136,733 | -28,682 | 58,113 | 770 |
| 31 Dec 23 | 137,668 | -29,663 | 59,751 | 806 |
| 30 Sep 23 | 138,838 | 5,169 | 59,217 | 806 |
| 30 Jun 23 | 136,291 | 6,352 | 58,734 | 806 |
| 31 Mar 23 | 134,914 | 8,857 | 57,181 | 806 |
| 31 Dec 22 | 133,133 | 11,153 | 56,697 | 64 |
| 30 Sep 22 | 134,006 | 18,938 | 55,438 | 64 |
| 30 Jun 22 | 131,587 | 23,221 | 55,403 | 64 |
| 31 Mar 22 | 130,868 | 30,532 | 54,861 | 64 |
| 31 Dec 21 | 133,177 | 30,359 | 53,809 | 167 |
| 30 Sep 21 | 136,260 | 29,160 | 53,870 | 167 |
| 30 Jun 21 | 140,984 | 30,183 | 53,355 | 167 |
| 31 Mar 21 | 136,971 | 25,630 | 53,845 | 167 |
| 31 Dec 20 | 133,149 | 22,950 | 54,642 | 775 |
| 30 Sep 20 | 124,933 | -34,811 | 56,033 | 775 |
| 30 Jun 20 | 120,045 | -41,711 | 56,586 | 775 |
| 31 Mar 20 | 121,387 | -49,166 | 57,124 | 775 |
| 31 Dec 19 | 120,632 | -45,477 | 56,947 | 1,182 |
| 30 Sep 19 | 121,151 | 7,842 | 56,041 | 1,182 |
| 30 Jun 19 | 121,583 | 9,925 | 54,781 | 1,182 |
| 31 Mar 19 | 124,116 | 12,709 | 54,727 | 1,182 |
| 31 Dec 18 | 127,904 | 8,212 | 57,402 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 18 | 134,291 | 22,301 | 59,077 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 18 | 136,851 | 22,890 | 61,022 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 18 | 139,390 | 22,981 | 61,761 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 17 | 141,218 | 24,799 | 58,777 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 17 | 140,607 | 29,943 | 58,676 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 17 | 141,977 | 30,980 | 58,406 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 17 | 143,806 | 30,826 | 59,572 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 16 | 143,724 | 31,767 | 61,113 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 16 | 145,356 | 15,777 | 61,754 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 16 | 144,272 | 14,444 | 61,473 | 0 |
| 31 Mar 16 | 143,709 | 11,325 | 60,158 | 0 |
| 31 Dec 15 | 144,849 | 10,791 | 60,966 | 0 |
| 30 Sep 15 | 145,459 | 12,476 | 59,276 | 0 |
| 30 Jun 15 | 144,321 | 13,230 | 58,119 | 0 |
Quality Earnings: 2432 has a large one-off loss of ¥9.9B impacting its last 12 months of financial results to 31st March, 2026.
Growing Profit Margin: 2432's current net profit margins (12.9%) are lower than last year (14.8%).
Free Cash Flow vs Earnings Analysis
Past Earnings Growth Analysis
Earnings Trend: 2432's earnings have declined by 10.4% per year over the past 5 years.
Accelerating Growth: 2432's has had negative earnings growth over the past year, so it can't be compared to its 5-year average.
Earnings vs Industry: 2432 had negative earnings growth (-21.3%) over the past year, making it difficult to compare to the Entertainment industry average (13.8%).
Return on Equity
High ROE: 2432's Return on Equity (7.7%) 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 | 2026/06/09 07:27 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/09 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
Data Sources
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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
DeNA Co., Ltd. is covered by 23 analysts. 4 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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| Keiichi Yoneshima | Barclays |
| Michael Hickey | Benchmark Company |
| Hiroyasu Eguchi | BofA Global Research |