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The latest update is out from Oricon Inc. ( (JP:4800) ).
Oricon Inc. reported that it booked an impairment loss of ¥368.6 million on goodwill related to ShinASA Inc., a subsidiary acquired in October 2024 whose profit margins deteriorated and performance fell short of the original business plan. After revising ShinASA’s plan and reassessing recoverability, the company concluded that the carrying value of goodwill was no longer fully justified and recognized the impairment in the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2026.
Despite the impairment, Oricon’s consolidated results for the fiscal year showed net sales and profits above its previous forecast, supported by higher revenues in both the CS Research and News & Media businesses. However, the goodwill write-down depressed net income attributable to owners of the parent, which fell below the company’s earlier guidance, highlighting both the growth of its core communication operations and the financial drag from the underperforming ShinASA acquisition.
More about Oricon Inc.
Oricon Inc. is a Japan-based company listed on the TSE Standard Market, operating in the communication and media-related sectors. Its key businesses include Customer Satisfaction (CS) research and a News & Media Business, both of which contribute to its Communication Business segment and drive its consolidated revenue and profit base.
Average Trading Volume: 57,505
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: Yen16.59B
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