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Aucnet, Inc.
(3964)
Aucnet, Inc. (3964) vs. iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ)
Aucnet, Inc. Business Overview & Revenue Model
Aucnet, Inc. Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 | Dec 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | |||||
| Total Revenue | 55.91B | 43.30B | 40.46B | 36.71B | 24.08B |
| Gross Profit | 22.29B | 18.08B | 17.32B | 16.90B | 12.77B |
| EBITDA | 7.85B | 7.45B | 7.42B | 6.89B | 4.26B |
| Net Income | 4.49B | 4.37B | 4.35B | 3.63B | 1.90B |
Balance Sheet | |||||
| Total Assets | 44.04B | 37.66B | 37.35B | 36.82B | 33.28B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 16.98B | 19.57B | 20.02B | 20.62B | 16.78B |
| Total Debt | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| Total Liabilities | 17.87B | 15.35B | 14.44B | 14.12B | 13.64B |
| Stockholders Equity | 25.90B | 22.16B | 22.51B | 22.32B | 19.32B |
Cash Flow | |||||
| Free Cash Flow | 4.52B | 4.33B | 3.79B | 3.63B | 3.53B |
| Operating Cash Flow | 4.85B | 5.12B | 4.52B | 4.25B | 4.12B |
| Investing Cash Flow | -3.47B | -428.45M | 185.16M | 388.93M | 549.68M |
| Financing Cash Flow | -4.07B | -5.10B | -4.43B | -825.42M | -2.87B |
Aucnet, Inc. Technical Analysis
Aucnet, Inc. Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80 Outperform | ¥221.23B | 13.19 | 9.81% | 3.86% | 5.43% | 156.35% | |
74 Outperform | $824.97B | 36.29 | 14.25% | 0.98% | 6.67% | 114.29% | |
74 Outperform | $1.37T | 30.24 | 48.74% | 2.34% | 8.18% | 3.02% | |
69 Neutral | ¥79.56B | 14.90 | 2.61% | 29.11% | 8.08% | ||
67 Neutral | ¥253.98B | 13.04 | 6.57% | 2.83% | 5.07% | -11.36% | |
64 Neutral | ¥295.38B | 12.31 | 10.56% | 2.43% | 19.94% | ― | |
58 Neutral | $1.71T | ― | -22.97% | ― | 10.38% | 38.09% |
Aucnet, Inc. Corporate Events
Aucnet, Inc. has completed the payment procedures for the disposal of treasury shares to its employee shareholding association, following a resolution passed in February 2025. Due to partial forfeiture, the number of shares and the total disposal amount were adjusted. The impact on the company’s financial results for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025, is expected to be minimal.
Aucnet, Inc. announced organizational changes and personnel transfers to enhance business system development and strengthen its operational framework. The creation of a new Product Development Headquarters under the DX Division aims to improve collaboration across business divisions, with key personnel appointments effective April 1, 2025.
Aucnet, Inc. has announced the appointment of Hironori Takayama as an Executive Officer, effective April 1, 2025. This strategic appointment, decided at the Board of Directors’ meeting on March 11, 2025, signifies a potential shift in the company’s digital transformation efforts, as Takayama will be taking on the role of Vice Division Manager in the DX Division.
Aucnet, Inc. has announced the disposal of treasury shares to its employees through an Employee Shareholding Association, setting a disposal price of ¥2,670 per share. This move is part of a strategy to align employee interests with company growth, while also providing incentives, without adversely affecting current shareholders. The initiative reflects Aucnet’s commitment to fostering employee ownership and engagement in its operations.
Aucnet Inc. has repurchased 1,430,000 of its own common shares at a cost of ¥3,533,530,000 using the ToSTNeT-3 system of the Tokyo Stock Exchange. This move is aimed at enhancing shareholder returns and capital efficiency, although the company’s policy on the disposal of the repurchased shares remains undetermined.
Aucnet, Inc. has announced a strategic decision to repurchase up to 1,430,000 of its own common shares, accounting for 5.89% of its issued shares, at a cost not exceeding ¥3,533,530,000. This buyback, set to be conducted through the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s off-auction trading system, highlights the company’s focus on optimizing its capital structure and potentially increasing shareholder value.
AUCNET INC. has announced proposed changes to its Board of Directors, with several reappointments and a new appointment to be confirmed at the upcoming Annual General Shareholders Meeting. These changes reflect AUCNET’s ongoing strategic adjustments to strengthen its governance and oversight structure, which may impact the company’s operational dynamics and stakeholder engagement.
Aucnet, Inc. announced a new employee incentive scheme involving the disposal of treasury shares to its Employee Shareholding Association. This initiative is aimed at enhancing employee benefits and encouraging asset building while incentivizing employees to contribute to the company’s long-term corporate value. By disposing of up to 109,012.5 shares, the scheme seeks to facilitate a closer alignment between employee and shareholder interests, although it will result in a slight dilution of shares.
Aucnet, Inc. has announced a two-for-one share split to enhance the liquidity of its shares and broaden its investor base. The company has also increased its dividends of surplus for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, and continues to offer a shareholder benefit program, reflecting a commitment to improving capital efficiency and corporate value.
Aucnet, Inc. announced a decision by its Board of Directors to repurchase up to 1,430,000 of its common shares, representing 5.89% of the company’s total issued shares, excluding treasury shares. The repurchase, which may cost up to ¥4.5 billion, is intended to enhance shareholder returns, boost capital efficiency, and allow for flexible capital policies in response to market changes. The repurchase will be conducted through the ToSTNeT-3 system on the Tokyo Stock Exchange between February 18 and 20, 2025, with the final decision on all related matters left to the company’s Representative Director and President. This move could potentially affect the company’s market positioning by reducing the number of shares in circulation and increasing shareholder value, though the exact impact will depend on market conditions.
Aucnet, Inc. has announced a change in its dividend policy, increasing the target consolidated dividend payout ratio from 30% to over 40%. This decision is part of its medium-term plan, ‘Blue Print 2027,’ which aims to enhance capital efficiency and corporate value. With a strong business performance leading to increased net sales and profit over the past four years, Aucnet is also boosting its dividends as a reflection of its stable growth. The company’s year-end dividend for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024, has been raised to ¥48 per share, up from the previous forecast of ¥29. This adjustment showcases Aucnet’s commitment to rewarding shareholders while maintaining sufficient reserves for future business developments.
Aucnet Inc. reported a significant increase in consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, with net sales rising by 29.1% compared to the previous year. Despite this growth, the company forecasts a decline in profits for 2025 due to anticipated changes in market dynamics and a share split set to take effect on April 1, 2025, which could impact earnings per share.
AUCNET INC. has announced the formulation of its ‘Blue Print 2027’ medium-term management plan, following the success of its previous strategic initiatives. The new plan sets ambitious targets, including achieving ¥1 trillion in gross circulation value (GCV) and enhancing financial metrics such as EBITDA and ROE by 2027, reflecting the company’s commitment to significant business growth and shareholder value.