Top-line ReboundA ~153% revenue rebound in 2025 indicates the company regained meaningful demand or scaled sales channels. Durable top-line recovery supports future operating leverage, enables reinvestment in growth initiatives, and creates a realistic pathway for margin improvement if cost discipline continues.

Low Leverage / SolvencyA very low debt-to-equity ratio provides structural financial flexibility, reducing near-term default risk and interest burden. This strong solvency position allows management to prioritize growth or margin recovery without immediate refinancing pressure, a durable buffer while operations improve.

Improving Cash Burn TrendSequential improvement in cash burn versus prior years signals progress toward operating discipline and better cash conversion. While still negative, a sustained reduction in cash outflows decreases reliance on external financing and, if continued, can lead to self-funded growth within months to a few quarters.

Bears Say

Persistent Negative MarginsNet margins near -42% and low gross margin under 10% show the business currently loses significant value on sales. Without durable gross-margin expansion or meaningfully lower operating costs, revenue growth alone may not translate to profitability, threatening long-term viability and return potential.

Chronic Negative Cash FlowConsistent negative OCF and FCF (~-180M in 2025) force dependence on external funding and increase dilution or leverage risk. This structural cash burn constrains capital allocation, limits ability to invest counter-cyclically, and makes sustained execution reliant on continued financing availability.

Negative Returns On EquityRising equity without positive ROE indicates capital has not produced profitable operations. Persistent negative ROE signals weak capital allocation and business economics; unless structural changes improve margins or returns, shareholder value remains at risk over the medium term.

6177 FAQ

What was AppBank, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?

AppBank, Inc. lowest stock price was ¥70.00 and its highest was ¥522.00 in the past 12 months.

What is AppBank, Inc.’s market cap?

AppBank, Inc.’s market cap is ¥3.37B.

When is AppBank, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?

AppBank, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 20, 2026 which is in 85 days.

How were AppBank, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?

AppBank, Inc. released its earnings results on Feb 13, 2026. The company reported -¥0.58 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -¥0.58.

Is AppBank, Inc. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts AppBank, Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does AppBank, Inc. pay dividends?

AppBank, Inc. does not currently pay dividends.

What is AppBank, Inc.’s EPS estimate?

AppBank, Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does AppBank, Inc. have?

AppBank, Inc. has 24,993,500 shares outstanding.

What happened to AppBank, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

AppBank, Inc. reported an EPS of -¥0.58 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -6.25%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of AppBank, Inc.?

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Company Description

AppBank, Inc.

AppBank Inc. engages in media, rights management, and advertising platform businesses in Japan. The company offers iPhone applications, iPhone cases, accessories, and iPhone related news through AppBank.net site; game strategy media, including hit puzzle RPG Puzzle & Dragons capture media and capture media for pull hunting monster strike; and strategies for games and SNS. It also operates YouTube channels Max Murai and Studio Murai that uploads gameplay videos; sells banner advertisements and article advertisements; and manages video content-related rights. AppBank Inc. was founded in 2008 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.