Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd. (JP:9978)

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Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd.

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Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd. (9978) Price & Analysis

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9978 Stock Chart & Stats

¥49.00

¥0.00(0.00%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥49.00

¥0.00(0.00%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥43.00 - ¥75.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume42.00K

Average Volume (3M)547.90K

Market Cap

¥1.93B

Enterprise Value¥4.34B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥260.02M

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥4.10B

Price to Earnings (P/E)―

Beta0.67

Next Earnings

Jul 15, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend YieldN/A

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)0.74

Shares Outstanding43,849,840

10 Day Avg. Volume911,030

30 Day Avg. Volume547,896

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio0.04

Price to Book (P/B)2.43

Price to Sales (P/S)0.19

P/FCF Ratio-45.86

Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A

Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A

Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A

Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A

Forecast

1Y Price TargetN/A

Price Target UpsideN/A

Rating ConsensusN/A

Number of Analyst Covering0

EPS Forecast (FY)N/A

Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Stable Gross MarginConsistent gross margins in the high‑20% range indicate product economics remain intact and that procurement/pricing for book and related merchandise is durable. This supports long‑term EBITDA recovery potential if operating costs are controlled and sales stabilize.

Proven Cash Generation In Strong YearsHistoric episodes of strong operating and free cash flow show the business model can convert retail sales into cash when execution or seasonal factors align. That capability provides a structural lever for deleveraging or reinvestment if management restores sales and working capital discipline.

Reduction In Total Debt Vs Earlier YearsA decline in absolute debt levels versus earlier peaks demonstrates some progress on liability reduction and slightly improves financial flexibility. Over the medium term, continued debt paydown could relieve interest costs and reduce solvency pressure if sustained.

Bears Say

Multi‑year Revenue DeclinePersistent revenue decline across several years signals structural demand or footprint challenges for a brick‑and‑mortar books retailer. Shrinking top line erodes scale, pressures unit economics and operating leverage, and makes margin recovery and investment funding harder over months to years.

Very High LeverageDebt-to-equity in the mid‑single digits constrains strategic options and raises refinancing and interest burden risks in a low profitability environment. High structural leverage reduces resilience to revenue shocks and limits capacity for capex or marketing needed to arrest decline.

Volatile Cash Flow; Negative FCF In 2025Return to minimal operating cash flow and negative free cash flow in 2025 indicates cash conversion is unstable. Sustained negative FCF forces reliance on external financing or asset sales, undermining reinvestment and making long‑term turnaround dependent on capital availability.

9978 FAQ

What was Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥43.00 and its highest was ¥75.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥1.93B.

When is Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 15, 2026 which is in 27 days.

How were Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Apr 14, 2026. The company reported ¥1.19 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥1.19.

Is Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd. does not currently pay dividends.

What is Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd. have?

Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd. has 43,849,840 shares outstanding.

What happened to Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥1.19 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.083%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9978

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Company Description

Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd.

Bunkyodo Group Holdings Co., Ltd. is a Japanese enterprise operating a network of wholesale and retail establishments across the nation. These stores supply a broad spectrum of products, ranging from books, magazines, and educational texts to stationery, various general merchandise, and hobby items. Furthermore, the company extends its activities into service provision, specifically offering government services – including strategic advice and guidance, such as in the realm of war strategy – as well as educational offerings that comprise programming courses and academic support programs. Dating back to its founding in 1891, Bunkyodo Group Holdings is presently headquartered in Kawasaki, Japan.