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Yakult Honsha Co
(OTC:2267)
Yakult Honsha Co (2267) vs. iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ)
Yakult Honsha Co Business Overview & Revenue Model
Yakult Honsha Co Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 | Dec 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | |||||
| Total Revenue | 499.68B | 503.08B | 483.07B | 415.12B | 385.71B |
| Gross Profit | 295.52B | 295.29B | 288.48B | 248.42B | 226.82B |
| EBITDA | 111.20B | 108.87B | 91.40B | 76.97B | 65.81B |
| Net Income | 45.53B | 51.01B | 50.64B | 44.92B | 39.27B |
Balance Sheet | |||||
| Total Assets | 864.32B | 833.29B | 749.42B | 672.86B | 635.10B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 269.06B | 255.26B | 241.19B | 202.94B | 176.25B |
| Total Debt | 104.56B | 96.53B | 77.14B | 82.94B | 99.25B |
| Total Liabilities | 234.80B | 227.34B | 203.93B | 187.92B | 195.34B |
| Stockholders Equity | 574.13B | 549.28B | 498.66B | 446.07B | 404.95B |
Cash Flow | |||||
| Free Cash Flow | 31.00B | 24.47B | 56.23B | 46.66B | 32.16B |
| Operating Cash Flow | 84.69B | 70.70B | 86.51B | 73.39B | 55.82B |
| Investing Cash Flow | -61.02B | -43.91B | -19.02B | -11.88B | -19.62B |
| Financing Cash Flow | -31.47B | -39.54B | -44.53B | -45.16B | -31.25B |
Yakult Honsha Co Technical Analysis
Yakult Honsha Co Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
72 Outperform | ¥196.46B | 14.13 | 2.75% | 1.72% | -28.42% | ||
69 Neutral | ¥40.33B | 24.40 | 1.31% | 16.65% | 1.56% | ||
68 Neutral | ¥216.11B | 20.84 | 8.21% | 2.25% | 4.80% | -0.56% | |
67 Neutral | $848.68B | 16.61 | 6.71% | 3.24% | 4.39% | 2.40% | |
62 Neutral | $765.69B | 16.88 | 7.86% | 2.65% | -1.98% | -15.14% | |
61 Neutral | ¥24.59B | 39.58 | 1.58% | -3.88% | -39.50% | ||
59 Neutral | ¥294.41B | 51.38 | 2.71% | 2.58% | -90.84% |
Yakult Honsha Co Corporate Events
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. has completed the payment for the disposal of treasury stock through a third-party allotment to its Employee Stock Ownership Association, as initially resolved in May 2025. Due to partial forfeiture, the number of shares and total value of the disposal have been adjusted, but this change is expected to have a negligible impact on the company’s financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2026.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:2267) stock is a Hold with a Yen3300.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Yakult Honsha Co stock, see the JP:2267 Stock Forecast page.
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd reported its consolidated financial results for the first quarter of FY2025, showing a significant decrease in comprehensive income compared to the previous year, with a revision in the financial forecast for the year. The company’s equity also showed a decline, indicating potential challenges in maintaining its financial stability and market position.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:2267) stock is a Hold with a Yen3300.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Yakult Honsha Co stock, see the JP:2267 Stock Forecast page.
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. has completed the payment procedures for the disposal of 59,800 treasury shares as restricted stock compensation to its directors and executive officers. This move is part of the company’s strategy to align the interests of its management with those of its shareholders, potentially impacting its governance and operational focus.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:2267) stock is a Hold with a Yen3300.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Yakult Honsha Co stock, see the JP:2267 Stock Forecast page.
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. has announced a resolution to dispose of 59,800 treasury shares as part of a restricted stock compensation plan for its directors and executive officers. This move aims to incentivize sustainable corporate value enhancement and align the interests of executives with those of shareholders. The disposal involves a total monetary compensation claim of ¥166,782,200, with transfer restrictions on the shares until certain conditions are met, reflecting the company’s commitment to long-term growth and stakeholder alignment.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:2267) stock is a Hold with a Yen2900.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Yakult Honsha Co stock, see the JP:2267 Stock Forecast page.
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. has completed a significant share repurchase and cancellation of treasury shares, as resolved in its February 2025 board meeting. The company repurchased a total of 10,105,600 common shares for approximately JPY 29.99 billion and will cancel these shares by June 30, 2025, which reflects a strategic move to enhance shareholder value and optimize capital structure.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:2267) stock is a Hold with a Yen3300.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Yakult Honsha Co stock, see the JP:2267 Stock Forecast page.
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. announced the status of its share repurchase program, which was resolved by the Board of Directors in February 2025. The company repurchased 3,040,600 shares for a total of JPY 8,981,965,850 between May 1 and May 31, 2025, as part of a broader initiative to buy back up to 14 million shares. This move is aimed at optimizing capital structure and potentially enhancing shareholder value.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:2267) stock is a Hold with a Yen3300.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Yakult Honsha Co stock, see the JP:2267 Stock Forecast page.
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. has announced a disposal of treasury stock through a third-party allotment to its Employee Stock Ownership Plan, aimed at enhancing corporate value over the medium to long term. This initiative is part of the company’s strategy to align managerial staff interests with shareholders by granting shares to managerial staff, thereby promoting a shared focus on improving company performance. The disposal involves up to 85,743 shares, representing a minimal dilution of 0.03%, and is expected to foster deeper value sharing among stakeholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:2267) stock is a Hold with a Yen3300.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Yakult Honsha Co stock, see the JP:2267 Stock Forecast page.
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. has announced its Board of Directors’ unanimous decision to oppose all shareholder proposals put forth by DALTON KIZUNA (MASTER) FUND LP at the upcoming general meeting. The proposals include amendments to the Articles of Incorporation related to capital cost management and stock price awareness, share repurchase, and the structure of outside directors. Yakult’s Board argues that the company already meets the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s requirements for capital cost and profitability disclosures, and has introduced a new Medium-term Management Plan to enhance business growth and capital allocation.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:2267) stock is a Hold with a Yen3300.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Yakult Honsha Co stock, see the JP:2267 Stock Forecast page.
Yakult Honsha Co. has announced its medium-term management plan for 2025-2030, aiming to expand its business domains and evolve its business model under the slogan ‘Shape Our Own Future.’ The plan includes enhancing core and peripheral domains, establishing region-specific R&D structures, and improving business models with an optimal channel mix. Additionally, Yakult aims to build a healthcare platform, implement digital transformation, and optimize strategies tailored to each region, while focusing on financial, organizational, and non-financial strategies to support growth. The company has set targets for consolidated net sales, operating profit, and various financial indicators by 2030.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:2267) stock is a Hold with a Yen3300.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Yakult Honsha Co stock, see the JP:2267 Stock Forecast page.
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd announced its consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, showing a decrease in comprehensive income by 42.2% compared to the previous year. Despite this, the company has maintained a stable financial position with a slight increase in equity and plans to continue its dividend payments, reflecting its commitment to shareholder returns.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:2267) stock is a Hold with a Yen3300.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Yakult Honsha Co stock, see the JP:2267 Stock Forecast page.
Yakult Honsha Co., Ltd. has announced the status of its share repurchase program, which was resolved by the Board of Directors in February 2025. The company repurchased 1,413,900 shares at an aggregate price of JPY 4,198,365,650 through open market purchases on the Tokyo Stock Exchange during April 2025. This move is part of a larger plan to repurchase up to 14 million shares, aiming to enhance shareholder value and optimize capital structure.