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Core Concept Technologies Inc.
(4371)
Core Concept Technologies Inc. (4371) vs. iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ)
Core Concept Technologies Inc. Business Overview & Revenue Model
Core Concept Technologies Inc. Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | TTM | Dec 2025 | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | ||||||
| Total Revenue | 20.17B | 20.88B | 19.17B | 15.92B | 12.11B | 7.80B |
| Gross Profit | 5.29B | 5.68B | 5.02B | 4.32B | 2.73B | 1.80B |
| EBITDA | 2.29B | 2.43B | 2.19B | 1.88B | 1.22B | 610.22M |
| Net Income | 1.47B | 1.50B | 1.44B | 1.30B | 836.83M | 410.34M |
Balance Sheet | ||||||
| Total Assets | 7.97B | 8.56B | 8.01B | 6.11B | 5.11B | 3.77B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 2.58B | 2.51B | 2.20B | 1.82B | 2.20B | 1.34B |
| Total Debt | 168.57M | 242.25M | 906.72M | 148.91M | 172.39M | 127.34M |
| Total Liabilities | 3.00B | 3.50B | 3.81B | 2.90B | 2.27B | 1.81B |
| Stockholders Equity | 4.96B | 5.06B | 4.20B | 3.21B | 2.85B | 1.96B |
Cash Flow | ||||||
| Free Cash Flow | 0.00 | 1.70B | 834.87M | 916.26M | 799.11M | 514.11M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 0.00 | 1.84B | 983.05M | 1.16B | 883.68M | 581.75M |
| Investing Cash Flow | 0.00 | -281.44M | -970.75M | -429.12M | -118.55M | -67.14M |
| Financing Cash Flow | 0.00 | -1.30B | 232.13M | -1.11B | 92.38M | 519.72M |
Core Concept Technologies Inc. Technical Analysis
Core Concept Technologies Inc. Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
80 Outperform | ¥31.86B | 11.12 | ― | 2.93% | 2.11% | 5.55% | |
80 Outperform | ¥26.65B | 15.97 | ― | 0.73% | 17.86% | 21.52% | |
76 Outperform | ¥27.04B | 16.07 | ― | 1.70% | 22.25% | 31.88% | |
74 Outperform | ¥19.13B | 12.36 | ― | ― | 8.79% | 1.38% | |
72 Outperform | ¥32.38B | 14.25 | ― | 2.45% | 19.04% | 30.67% | |
61 Neutral | $37.18B | 12.37 | -10.20% | 1.83% | 8.50% | -7.62% | |
56 Neutral | ¥18.94B | 13.86 | ― | 1.72% | 26.24% | 29.73% |
Core Concept Technologies Inc. Corporate Events
Core Concept Technologies Inc. has published a structured financial results document for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2025, outlining its earnings report, key performance indicators, and a summary of its performance for the year ended December 2025. The material also sets out policies for fiscal 2026, including earnings forecasts, cash allocation plans, and approaches to shareholder returns, signaling upcoming strategic and financial priorities.
Although detailed figures are not disclosed in the outline, the focus on KPI tracking and capital allocation suggests continued emphasis on operational performance and disciplined financial management. Investors and other stakeholders can expect more guidance on how the company plans to balance growth initiatives with shareholder returns in the next fiscal year, as indicated by the inclusion of forecasts and return policies in the release.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4371) stock is a Buy with a Yen1435.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Core Concept Technologies Inc. stock, see the JP:4371 Stock Forecast page.
Core Concept Technologies Inc. has resolved to change the delivery method for a portion of its third series of trust-type stock acquisition rights, shifting from direct stock option delivery to a share delivery scheme executed within the trust. The move will trigger recognition of an extraordinary loss based on the difference between market value and the exercise price at the time of the change, although it entails no cash outflow, does not affect net assets or shareholders’ equity, and is not expected to alter the company’s theoretical corporate value.
Under the revised structure, the trustee will exercise 720 units of stock acquisition rights in the trust, borrow funds to cover the exercise price, sell part of the acquired shares to repay the borrowing, and deliver the remaining shares to beneficiaries without requiring their own payment. The change is driven by tax considerations following updated National Tax Agency guidance, reducing beneficiaries’ burden by eliminating withholding income tax at exercise and limiting taxation to capital gains upon share sale, which may enhance the attractiveness and effectiveness of the company’s incentive program.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4371) stock is a Buy with a Yen1435.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Core Concept Technologies Inc. stock, see the JP:4371 Stock Forecast page.
Core Concept Technologies Inc. has approved an absorption-type merger of its wholly owned subsidiary Pros Cons, Inc., effective April 1, 2026, with Core Concept as the surviving entity. Pros Cons, which provides AI-based automatic appearance inspection solutions for manufacturers using its Gemini eye software, will be dissolved without any share or cash consideration, and its operations will be folded into Core Concept’s existing business units.
The company aims to consolidate managerial resources, streamline and accelerate business administration, and strengthen governance by integrating the small-scale Pros Cons team directly into its organization. The move is intended to overcome the subsidiary’s growth limitations, bring its AI inspection capabilities more tightly into Core Concept’s DX support services for manufacturers, and potentially improve operational efficiency and competitiveness in industrial AI solutions.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4371) stock is a Buy with a Yen1435.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Core Concept Technologies Inc. stock, see the JP:4371 Stock Forecast page.
Core Concept Technologies Inc. has moved to strengthen its management structure by provisionally resolving to add a second representative director, promoting current Director and Vice President Kazuaki Nakajima to Representative Director, Vice President and CFO. The change, aimed at improving governance and corporate value under a dual-leadership model, is scheduled to take effect on March 30, 2026, pending approval at the upcoming shareholders’ meeting and subsequent board session.
Nakajima, a former banker with Mizuho Bank and experienced executive at other Japanese companies, has been with Core Concept Technologies since 2018 and has served as CFO and head of business administration, positioning him as a key figure in the firm’s financial and operational oversight. His appointment as joint representative director underscores the company’s intention to reinforce leadership depth and adapt more effectively to shifts in its business environment, which may reassure investors and other stakeholders about the robustness of its management team.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4371) stock is a Buy with a Yen1435.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Core Concept Technologies Inc. stock, see the JP:4371 Stock Forecast page.
Core Concept Technologies reported consolidated net sales of ¥20.9 billion for the year ended December 31, 2025, up 8.9% year on year, with operating profit rising 9.7% to ¥2.2 billion and profit attributable to owners of parent up 4.3% to ¥1.5 billion, while maintaining an operating margin of 10.5%. The company strengthened its balance sheet, lifting total assets to ¥8.6 billion and equity ratio to 59.1%, improved operating cash flow to ¥1.8 billion, and introduced a year-end dividend of ¥19 per share with a higher projected ¥21 dividend for 2026, even as it forecasts 2026 sales and operating profit growth but a decline in net profit due to expected factors that will weigh on earnings.
The group’s equity per share increased to ¥311.65 and return on equity, though still high, eased to 32.5%, reflecting capital accumulation and share buybacks that raised treasury shares. For 2026, management projects further top-line expansion to ¥23.0 billion and operating profit of ¥2.43 billion, indicating confidence in core business momentum, but guides for an 11.4% drop in profit attributable to owners of parent to ¥1.33 billion, suggesting rising costs, investment, or accounting changes will compress bottom-line results even as shareholder returns continue to increase.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4371) stock is a Buy with a Yen1435.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Core Concept Technologies Inc. stock, see the JP:4371 Stock Forecast page.
Core Concept Technologies Inc. has approved a year-end surplus dividend of 19 yen per share for shareholders of record as of December 31, 2025, totaling 308 million yen, with payment scheduled to begin on March 16, 2026. The dividend will be funded from retained earnings and reflects the company’s solid business performance in the fiscal year ended December 2025.
Management reaffirmed its basic policy of delivering progressive dividends with a consolidated payout ratio target of 20–30%, while preserving internal reserves to sustain growth. The decision underscores an ongoing commitment to shareholder returns and signals confidence in both earnings stability and the company’s medium-term financial position.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4371) stock is a Buy with a Yen1435.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Core Concept Technologies Inc. stock, see the JP:4371 Stock Forecast page.
Core Concept Technologies Inc. has completed a share buyback program authorized by its board in November 2025, under which the company repurchased common shares on the open market through the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Between November 14, 2025 and February 2, 2026, the company acquired a total of 869,900 shares for approximately 999.88 million yen—close to the authorized 1 billion yen limit—with the latest tranche of 10,300 shares purchased on February 1–2, 2026 for about 13.37 million yen, a move that is likely to support capital efficiency and shareholder value by reducing the number of shares outstanding.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4371) stock is a Buy with a Yen1435.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Core Concept Technologies Inc. stock, see the JP:4371 Stock Forecast page.
Core Concept Technologies Inc. reported progress on its ongoing share buyback program authorized by its board in November 2025, under which the company is acquiring its own common shares via open-market purchases on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. During the period from January 1 to January 31, 2026, the company repurchased 259,000 shares for approximately 339 million yen, bringing cumulative buybacks under the current authorization to 859,600 shares at a total cost of about 987 million yen, nearly reaching the approved ceiling of 900,000 shares and 1 billion yen by the end of January; this accelerated completion underscores an active capital allocation strategy that is likely to support shareholder value by reducing the free float and potentially improving per-share metrics.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4371) stock is a Buy with a Yen1435.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Core Concept Technologies Inc. stock, see the JP:4371 Stock Forecast page.
Core Concept Technologies Inc. reported progress on its ongoing share buyback program authorized by its board in November 2025, disclosing that it purchased 313,600 of its own common shares on the Tokyo Stock Exchange between December 1 and December 31, 2025, at a total cost of ¥352.1 million. Under the broader resolution allowing repurchases of up to 900,000 shares or ¥1.0 billion through March 31, 2026, the company has cumulatively bought back 600,600 shares for ¥647.5 million by the end of December, signaling active execution of its capital allocation plan and potentially enhancing shareholder value through reduced share float and improved capital efficiency.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4371) stock is a Buy with a Yen1191.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Core Concept Technologies Inc. stock, see the JP:4371 Stock Forecast page.
Core Concept Technologies Inc. has announced changes to its executive officer system and personnel assignments following a Board of Directors meeting held on December 18, 2025. The restructuring includes the abolition of the Senior Executive Officer post and newly defined roles for executive officers, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and focus on strategic business areas such as construction DX, personnel staffing, and enterprise solutions. This move is likely to impact the company’s internal operations and streamline leadership responsibilities, positioning it for continued growth and market adaptation.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4371) stock is a Buy with a Yen1191.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Core Concept Technologies Inc. stock, see the JP:4371 Stock Forecast page.
Core Concept Technologies Inc. has announced the progress of its treasury share acquisition, which was resolved by the Board of Directors on November 13, 2025. The company acquired 287,000 common shares at a total cost of 295,374,200 yen through open-market purchases at the Tokyo Stock Exchange between November 14 and November 30, 2025. This acquisition is part of a larger plan to acquire up to 900,000 shares by March 31, 2026, with a total budget of up to 1,000,000,000 yen. The move is expected to impact the company’s market positioning by potentially increasing shareholder value and optimizing capital structure.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4371) stock is a Buy with a Yen1191.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Core Concept Technologies Inc. stock, see the JP:4371 Stock Forecast page.