Top Page
Fuji Media Holdings
(OTC:4676)
Fuji Media Holdings (4676) vs. iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ)
Fuji Media Holdings Business Overview & Revenue Model
Fuji Media Holdings Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | Mar 2025 | Mar 2024 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | |||||
| Total Revenue | 550.76B | 566.44B | 535.64B | 525.09B | 519.94B |
| Gross Profit | 138.95B | 159.74B | 158.74B | 160.41B | 158.39B |
| EBITDA | 22.49B | 74.24B | 84.08B | 54.36B | 40.50B |
| Net Income | -20.13B | 37.08B | 46.85B | 24.88B | 10.11B |
Balance Sheet | |||||
| Total Assets | 1.44T | 1.45T | 1.38T | 1.34T | 1.34T |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 198.29B | 197.54B | 209.71B | 196.15B | 193.66B |
| Total Debt | 350.89B | 321.35B | 263.13B | 268.40B | 274.20B |
| Total Liabilities | 610.27B | 579.21B | 533.88B | 527.20B | 551.61B |
| Stockholders Equity | 818.17B | 857.92B | 837.68B | 798.07B | 774.01B |
Cash Flow | |||||
| Free Cash Flow | -2.80B | -61.52B | 9.81B | 13.51B | -1.22B |
| Operating Cash Flow | 58.45B | 47.80B | 61.78B | 53.86B | 45.84B |
| Investing Cash Flow | -37.49B | -106.53B | -32.77B | -46.79B | -26.61B |
| Financing Cash Flow | 2.46B | 25.24B | -5.27B | -24.89B | 20.39B |
Fuji Media Holdings Technical Analysis
Fuji Media Holdings Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
60 Neutral | $46.60B | 4.09 | -13.11% | 4.12% | 1.85% | -42.71% | |
45 Neutral | $768.86B | 14.53 | -3.16% | 1.49% | -4.70% | -170.75% | |
| ― | $6.81B | 19.50 | 5.27% | 1.51% | ― | ― | |
| ― | €2.22B | 18.13 | 7.40% | ― | ― | ― | |
| ― | $5.95B | 18.57 | 4.52% | 2.21% | ― | ― | |
| ― | $2.21B | 10.08 | 6.30% | 1.98% | ― | ― | |
69 Neutral | ¥128.26B | 16.76 | 1.71% | 6.81% | 31.52% |
Fuji Media Holdings Corporate Events
Fuji Media Holdings reported a significant decline in its financial performance for the three months ended June 30, 2025, with net sales dropping by 10.4% and operating profit turning negative. The company has revised its financial forecast for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, indicating a challenging year ahead, although it plans to maintain its dividend payouts, signaling a commitment to shareholder returns.
Fuji Media Holdings has revised its full-year earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2026, citing lower-than-expected recovery in terrestrial TV advertising revenue at Fuji Television Network. Despite the addition of new subsidiaries, the company anticipates a decline in consolidated net sales, operating profit, and ordinary profit due to the underperformance of network affiliates and decreased non-operating income. However, profit attributable to owners of the parent is expected to align with previous forecasts due to gains from strategic shareholdings.
Fuji Media Holdings reported a significant decline in its financial performance for the three months ended June 30, 2025, with net sales dropping by 10.4% and a notable decrease in profits compared to the previous year. The company’s financial forecast for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, indicates a slight decrease in net sales and a projected loss in operating profit, reflecting ongoing challenges in the media industry. Despite these setbacks, the company maintained its dividend forecast, signaling a commitment to shareholder returns.
Fuji Media Holdings has completed the payment procedures for the disposal of treasury shares as restricted share unit compensation for its directors and executive officers, as well as those of a subsidiary. This move, involving 37,663 shares at a disposal price of 3,018 yen per share, aligns with the company’s strategy to incentivize its leadership, potentially impacting its governance and stakeholder relations positively.
Fuji Media Holdings has set a date of record for voting rights in anticipation of a potential extraordinary general meeting of shareholders. This meeting may be convened to address large-scale acquisition activities by Reno Co., Ltd. and other parties, with the aim of ensuring shareholders have adequate information and time to make informed decisions regarding these activities.
Fuji Media Holdings has established an Independent Committee to oversee the implementation of a new Response Policy aimed at preventing inappropriate parties from gaining control over the company’s financial and business policies. This move is a strategic response to potential large-scale acquisition activities by Reno Co., Ltd. and other parties, ensuring decisions are made objectively and in the best interest of shareholders.
Fuji Media Holdings has announced the introduction of a Fundamental Policy on Corporate Control in response to Reno Co., Ltd. and other parties acquiring a significant portion of its shares. The company is concerned that these acquisitions could lead to a substantial influence over its management decisions, potentially impacting its corporate value and shareholder interests. The Board of Directors has resolved to implement a response policy to address these acquisition activities and ensure shareholders have the necessary information to make informed decisions.
Fuji Media Holdings and its subsidiary, Fuji Television Network, have initiated significant reforms to address human rights and compliance issues, aiming to prevent future occurrences. The reforms include legal accountability for former executives, structural changes, and increased female representation in leadership roles. These measures are part of a broader strategy to enhance governance and restore stakeholder trust.
Fuji Media Holdings has announced the establishment of a Nomination and Remuneration Committee to enhance corporate governance by strengthening the independence and accountability of its board functions. This committee, composed mainly of independent directors, will advise on matters related to the appointment, dismissal, and remuneration of directors and executive officers, aiming to improve transparency and succession planning.
Fuji Media Holdings has announced a decision by its Board of Directors to dispose of treasury shares as part of a restricted share unit compensation plan for its directors and executive officers, as well as those of its subsidiary, Fuji Television Network. This initiative aims to align the interests of its leadership with shareholders by offering incentives to enhance corporate value, with a total of 37,663 shares to be allotted under this scheme.
Fuji Media Holdings has released a ‘Key Q&A from Meetings’ document, following discussions with shareholders and institutional investors, to clarify main questions and answers from recent meetings. The company aims to maintain open dialogue with stakeholders and enhance corporate value through its Reform Action Plan.
Fuji Media Holdings reported a decline in its financial performance for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025, with net sales and profits showing significant decreases compared to the previous year. The company experienced a notable drop in operating profit and ordinary profit, and a loss attributable to the owners of the parent. Despite these challenges, the company maintained its dividend payout, indicating a commitment to shareholder returns. The financial results suggest a challenging period for Fuji Media Holdings, potentially impacting its market position and stakeholder confidence.
Fuji Media Holdings and its subsidiary, Fuji Television Network, have initiated significant reforms to address past human rights and compliance issues. These reforms include establishing new governance frameworks, enhancing diversity, and strengthening disciplinary measures. The company aims to regain stakeholder trust by implementing comprehensive measures and reporting progress to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications.
Fuji Media Holdings has been actively engaging with its shareholders, particularly after a human rights and compliance incident at its subsidiary, Fuji Television. The company has held over 60 dialogues with a proposing shareholder regarding a shareholder proposal for the upcoming Annual General Meeting, demonstrating its commitment to governance reforms and enhancing corporate value through its Reform Action Plan.
Fuji Media Holdings, Inc. has announced its intention to propose partial amendments to its Articles of Incorporation at the upcoming General Meeting of Shareholders. These amendments, set to be effective from June 25, 2025, involve changes in the roles and responsibilities of the Board of Directors, including the removal of the advisor position, which could streamline decision-making processes and potentially impact the company’s governance structure.
Fuji Media Holdings announced a proposal for dividends of surplus, maintaining a dividend of ¥25 per share despite recording a net loss attributable to owners of the parent due to impairment losses and reversed deferred tax assets. This decision reflects the company’s commitment to stable dividends and shareholder profit redistribution, with an annual dividend totaling ¥50 per share, which will be confirmed at the upcoming shareholders’ meeting.
Fuji Media Holdings has received a shareholder proposal from Nippon Active Value Fund regarding the election of directors. The proposal included changes to the status of certain director candidates, but due to a missed deadline, the company has deemed the new proposal invalid and will not accept the partial withdrawal of the existing proposal.