Stable Equity RatioThe balance sheet note that equity ratio remains relatively stable provides a structural buffer against shocks. A steady equity base supports creditor confidence and long-term asset funding, helping the company absorb cyclical auto-parts demand and execute multi-month operational adjustments.

Operating Cash GenerationPositive operating cash flow relative to net income indicates core operations still generate cash despite accounting losses. This durable cash conversion helps fund working capital and near-term operations without immediate reliance on external financing, supporting 2-6 month resilience.

Modest Revenue GrowthReported modest positive revenue growth suggests underlying demand or successful sales retention. While small, durable top-line expansion can stabilize margins and justify ongoing production, giving management a foundation to focus on efficiency and margin recovery over the medium term.

Bears Say

Declining Revenue And MarginsFalling revenue and a material drop in gross profit margin indicate weakening pricing power or rising input costs. Persistent negative net margins and compressed EBIT/EBITDA margins undermine reinvestment capacity and strain long-term competitiveness in the auto-parts market.

Rising LeverageAn increased debt-to-equity ratio signals higher financial leverage and greater fixed obligations. With profitability negative, elevated leverage raises refinancing and interest coverage risk, reducing strategic flexibility and increasing vulnerability to cyclical downturns over the medium term.

Negative Free Cash FlowSignificantly declined free cash flow, and negative free cash flow to net income, constrains the company's ability to fund capex, service debt, or rebuild liquidity internally. Reliance on external funding or asset sales could be required, impairing long-term stability and growth execution.

3422 FAQ

What was J-MAX Co.,Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

J-MAX Co.,Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥266.00 and its highest was ¥516.00 in the past 12 months.

What is J-MAX Co.,Ltd.’s market cap?

J-MAX Co.,Ltd.’s market cap is ¥5.00B.

When is J-MAX Co.,Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

J-MAX Co.,Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 24, 2026 which is in 137 days.

How were J-MAX Co.,Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

J-MAX Co.,Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 06, 2026. The company reported ¥11.64 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥11.64.

Is J-MAX Co.,Ltd. overvalued?

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

Does J-MAX Co.,Ltd. pay dividends?

J-MAX Co.,Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥2 which represents an annual dividend yield of 0.93%. See more information on J-MAX Co.,Ltd. dividends here

What is J-MAX Co.,Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

J-MAX Co.,Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does J-MAX Co.,Ltd. have?

J-MAX Co.,Ltd. has 11,857,200 shares outstanding.

What happened to J-MAX Co.,Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

J-MAX Co.,Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥11.64 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.611%.

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Company Description

J-MAX Co.,Ltd.

J-MAX Co.,Ltd. manufactures and sells automobile body and precision press parts in Japan and internationally. It offers auto body press parts, including auto body frameworks, such as front pillar inner lower and upper, side sill, roof side, rear and middle floor cross member, and center pillar inner products; safety reinforcing parts comprising front and rear bumpers; batteries and PCU covering parts for hybrid cars; and functional parts, including hood hinges, steering hunger beams, tailgate hinges, hood locks, fuel filler pipes, and hand brakes. The company also provides precision parts consisting of clutch drums and hubs, clutch pistons, planetary carriers, belt pulleys, and holder stators; and dies, such as hood outer draw type, center pillar inner trim type, front pillar lower stiffener scudding type, and precision/thickening dies. In addition, it offers jigs/QC inspection fixtures, including front door inner single inspection fixtures, front pillar comp inspection fixtures, front door inner comp inspection fixtures, and side sill comp jigs. The company was formerly known as MARUJUN Co., Ltd. J-MAX Co.,Ltd. was founded in 1952 and is headquartered in Ogaki, Japan.