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LIKE, Inc. (JP:2462)
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Japanese Market

LIKE, Inc. (2462) Price & Analysis

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2462 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1545.00
-¥6.00(-0.42%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1545.00
-¥6.00(-0.42%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Balance-sheet De-riskingSustained reduction in leverage and rising equity materially improves financial flexibility and reduces refinancing and solvency risk. Over the next 2–6 months a stronger balance sheet enables capex or M&A optionality, steadier dividend funding and greater resilience to economic shocks.
Consistent Positive Free Cash FlowPersistent positive free cash flow since 2021 indicates the business generates operational cash to fund dividends, working capital and strategic initiatives. Even with volatility, ongoing FCF supports sustainable shareholder returns and reduces reliance on external financing.
Confirmed Outlook And DividendManagement’s decision to keep guidance and a stable dividend demonstrates confidence in cash flow trajectory and capital allocation discipline. This commitment provides a predictable return to shareholders and signals durable operational recovery into the fiscal year.
Bears Say
Multi-year Margin ErosionSustained margin compression from peak 2021–2022 levels reduces long-term profitability and return on invested capital. If structural cost pressures or pricing weakness persist, margin recovery may be slow, constraining reinvestment, ROE and the firm’s ability to scale profitably.
Moderate, Volatile Cash ConversionSignificant gap between accounting profits and cash generation, plus volatility, limits predictability of internal funding for growth or buybacks. Persistent weak cash conversion raises risk that dividends or investments require trade-offs or external financing in stressed periods.
Stepped-down Returns On EquityDeclining ROE indicates reduced capital efficiency versus prior peaks and may reflect competitive intensity or cost structure deterioration. Lower long-term returns make it harder to generate excess shareholder value without structural improvements to margins or asset turnover.

2462 FAQ

What was LIKE, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
LIKE, Inc. lowest stock price was ¥1270.00 and its highest was ¥1624.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is LIKE, Inc.’s market cap?
    LIKE, Inc.’s market cap is ¥30.90B.
      When is LIKE, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      LIKE, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 13, 2026 which is in 7 days.
        How were LIKE, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
        LIKE, Inc. released its earnings results on Jan 13, 2026. The company reported ¥20.62 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥20.62.
          Is LIKE, Inc. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts LIKE, Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does LIKE, Inc. pay dividends?
            LIKE, Inc. pays a Annually dividend of ¥30 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.9%. See more information on LIKE, Inc. dividends here
              What is LIKE, Inc.’s EPS estimate?
              LIKE, Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does LIKE, Inc. have?
              LIKE, Inc. has 20,464,800 shares outstanding.
                What happened to LIKE, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                LIKE, Inc. reported an EPS of ¥20.62 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.196%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of LIKE, Inc.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:2462
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    LIKE, Inc.

                    LIKE Co., Ltd. provides a range of human resource services in Japan. The company's services include temporary staffing, outsourcing, recruitment, and educational support; and outsourced and public childcare services. It also operates nursing homes that offer nursing care related services. The company was formerly known as J-COM Holdings Co., Ltd. and changed its name to LIKE Co., Ltd. in December 2016. LIKE Co., Ltd. was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.

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