Revenue GrowthSustained revenue growth near 18% year-over-year signals expanding demand for Hibino's AV and event services. Durable top-line expansion supports scale advantages, deeper client relationships and repeat business, allowing reinvestment in capabilities and staffing over months.

Improving Operating MarginsRising EBIT and steady EBITDA margins point to improving operational efficiency and stronger service-level profitability. For a services-led business, sustained margin improvement reflects better project execution, pricing power, and cost control, which bolsters long-term cash generation.

Return On Equity / Cash Conversion SignalROE above 15% indicates management effectiveness in deploying shareholder capital. Coupled with operating cash flow materially exceeding net income, this suggests the core business converts earnings into cash, supporting sustainable investment and potential shareholder returns over the medium term.

Bears Say

Declining Free Cash FlowA steep ~82% drop in free cash flow materially reduces financial flexibility. Even with strong revenue and operating cash metrics, the FCF collapse can constrain capex, tech investment, or dividend capacity and heightens refinancing or liquidity risk over the next several quarters.

Moderate LeverageA D/E around 1.67 signals meaningful leverage for a service company, increasing interest burden and exposing the firm to cyclical revenue swings. Elevated debt reduces flexibility to pursue large projects or absorb shocks and may raise refinancing risk if cash flow weakens.

Thin Net Profit MarginA sub-3% net margin leaves limited buffer against cost inflation or project overruns. For an events and AV services provider with variable project economics, low bottom-line margins increase earnings volatility and limit retained earnings available for strategic reinvestment.

2469 FAQ

What was Hibino Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?

Hibino Corporation lowest stock price was ¥1803.00 and its highest was ¥4235.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Hibino Corporation’s market cap?

Hibino Corporation’s market cap is ¥40.44B.

When is Hibino Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?

Hibino Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is May 20, 2026 which is in 71 days.

How were Hibino Corporation’s earnings last quarter?

Hibino Corporation released its earnings results on Feb 09, 2026. The company reported ¥127.62 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥127.62.

Is Hibino Corporation overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Hibino Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Hibino Corporation pay dividends?

Hibino Corporation pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥40 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.4%. See more information on Hibino Corporation dividends here

What is Hibino Corporation’s EPS estimate?

Hibino Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Hibino Corporation have?

Hibino Corporation has 10,265,480 shares outstanding.

What happened to Hibino Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Hibino Corporation reported an EPS of ¥127.62 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.611%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hibino Corporation?

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Company Description

Hibino Corporation

Hibino Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, designs, sells, installs, and maintains audio equipment in Japan and internationally. The company also imports, sells, and designs sound system equipment; designs and installs architectural acoustics; develops, manufactures, and sells acoustic products; and provides sound and vibration, survey, and measurement consulting services. In addition, it plans, operates, and rents audio and video systems for concerts and events; dispatches operators and engineers related to audio and video equipment and systems; designs, sells, installs, and maintains lighting equipment for business use; and designs and installs industrial noise countermeasures. Further, the company develops, manufactures, and sells industrial noise control products; operates a live house under the Kennedy House Ginza name and a live music club; and sells LED displays and peripheral equipment. It primarily serves professionals and consumers, as well as movie theaters and halls. The company was formerly known as Hibino Electro Sound Inc. and changed its name to Hibino Corporation. Hibino Corporation was founded in 1964 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.