Robust Revenue GrowthA 48.2% revenue increase signals durable demand and successful project wins in foundation and geotechnical work. Because the business relies on long-term contracts and partnerships, higher revenue scale supports backlog growth, stronger negotiating leverage on bids, and reinvestment to maintain market position.

Stable Gross MarginsConsistent ~16.6% gross margins indicate the company can manage project costs and retain pricing power in specialized engineering services. Margin stability across cycles supports predictable project-level economics and underpins longer-term profitability if overheads and project execution remain controlled.

Conservative Leverage / Strong Capital StructureLow debt-to-equity provides structural resilience, allowing the firm to bid on capital-intensive infrastructure projects, fund equipment needs, and absorb timing mismatches in receivables. A strong equity ratio gives flexibility to invest in technology or strategic expansion without excessive refinancing risk.

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Negative Free Cash FlowSustained negative free cash flow signals that operating cash generation lags reported revenues, creating potential liquidity pressure. Over months this can constrain capital spending, increase reliance on external funding, and limit the company's ability to self-finance growth or maintain dividends without adjusting working capital or capex.

Eroded Net Profitability And ROEA 0% net margin and ROE imply the company is not converting sales into shareholder returns, reducing its ability to generate retained earnings. Over the medium term this weakens capital formation, may hamper investor confidence, and suggests margin pressure from costs, pricing, or competitive factors that need strategic address.

Declining EPS TrendA more than 20% decline in EPS highlights deterioration in per-share earnings despite revenue growth. This divergence suggests rising costs, dilution, or one-off charges affecting profitability. Persisting EPS declines undermine long-term shareholder value and can limit financial flexibility for strategic investments.

1914 FAQ

What was Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥547.00 and its highest was ¥722.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥14.89B.

When is Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 14, 2026 which is in 86 days.

How were Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 13, 2026. The company reported ¥36.6 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥36.6.

Is Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd. overvalued?

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

Does Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥22 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.68%. See more information on Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd. dividends here

What is Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd. have?

Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd. has 29,346,400 shares outstanding.

What happened to Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥36.6 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.128%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:1914

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Company Description

Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd.

Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd. provides various construction services in Japan. It also offers ground improvement technology, which include chemical injection method, mechanical stirring method, and high pressure injection agitation method. In addition, the company provides various technologies for construction works, such as anchor; slope stability; foundation pile; landslide countermeasure; rock rouging; pollution control; natural restoration; tunnel assist; repair; bowling application; geological survey and construction consultant; construction-generated soil recycling technologies; and real-time monitoring systems. The company was formerly known as Japan Grout Corporation and changed its name to Japan Foundation Engineering Co., Ltd. in April 1985. The company was founded in 1958 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.