Integrated Business ModelLib Work operates across the residential construction value chain (consultation, design, building, delivery). This vertical integration supports quality control, cross-selling, and better margin capture, providing structural resilience and control over execution in a cyclical housing market.

Improving Gross MarginsA sustained increase in gross margin reflects improved cost management or pricing power in core construction activities. Higher gross margins support operating leverage, helping maintain profitability even if revenue growth is weak, and provide scope to invest in product quality or customer service.

Reduced Leverage And Solid EquityLower debt-to-equity and a strong equity ratio indicate improved balance sheet durability. Reduced leverage cuts interest burden and enhances financial flexibility for land acquisition, project financing, or weathering downturns—important for a capital-intensive homebuilder.

Bears Say

Declining RevenueA multi-percent revenue decline signals weakening demand or lost market share in core detached-home markets. Sustained top-line contraction undermines scale benefits, limits ability to absorb fixed costs, and makes it harder to invest in growth initiatives or product improvements.

Low Net Profit MarginA low net margin restricts retained earnings and the firm’s capacity to self-fund expansion or buffer cyclical downturns. Even with gross margin gains, low net profitability implies SG&A, financing, or other expenses materially erode returns on projects over time.

Weak Cash ConversionSubpar conversion of accounting profit into cash limits liquidity for capex, land purchases, and dividends. In construction, reliable cash generation matters for project financing and working capital; weak conversion increases reliance on external financing and raises execution risk.

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What was Lib Work Co.,Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

Lib Work Co.,Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥562.00 and its highest was ¥838.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Lib Work Co.,Ltd.’s market cap?

Lib Work Co.,Ltd.’s market cap is ¥14.99B.

When is Lib Work Co.,Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

Lib Work Co.,Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 12, 2026 which is in 84 days.

How were Lib Work Co.,Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

Lib Work Co.,Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 12, 2026. The company reported ¥11.05 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥11.05.

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

Does Lib Work Co.,Ltd. pay dividends?

Lib Work Co.,Ltd. pays a Quarterly dividend of ¥1.6 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.94%. See more information on Lib Work Co.,Ltd. dividends here

What is Lib Work Co.,Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

Lib Work Co.,Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Lib Work Co.,Ltd. have?

Lib Work Co.,Ltd. has 24,151,540 shares outstanding.

What happened to Lib Work Co.,Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Lib Work Co.,Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥11.05 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.216%.

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Company Description

Lib Work Co.,Ltd.

Lib Work Co.,Ltd. primarily engages in the planning, construction, and sale of detached houses in Japan. The company provides real estate and web marketing business. It offers its services under the Palette, Z.E.N, and Icing name. The company was formerly known as SK-Home Co., Ltd. and changed its name to Lib Work Co.,Ltd. in April 2018. Lib Work Co.,Ltd. was incorporated in 1997 and is headquartered in Yamaga, Japan.