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LY Corporation (JP:4689)
:4689
Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 01, 2025TBA Not Confirmed
Period Ending
2025 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
―Last Year’s EPS
6.87Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 4 Analysts Ratings
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Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Date:May 07, 2025
|% Change Since: 0.94%
|Next Earnings Date:Aug 01, 2025
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call highlighted strong growth in adjusted EBITDA, significant revenue increases across segments, and strategic advancements in AI and financial services. However, challenges remain in the advertising sector and the costs associated with AI investments pose a potential risk to profitability.Company Guidance
During the FY 2024 full-year and Q4 earnings call for LY Corporation, CEO Takeshi Idezawa provided guidance for FY 2025, emphasizing a focus on transforming existing services and expanding into new areas. The company reported a 13.5% year-on-year growth in adjusted EBITDA to JPY470.8 billion. For FY 2025, LY Corporation anticipates high single-digit growth in both revenue and profit, with group revenue expected to grow by approximately 9% and adjusted EBITDA projected to rise by 6.2% to 8.3%. The company also announced a share repurchase of up to JPY150 billion to improve capital efficiency. Key strategic areas include developing the LINE Official Account and MINI App into a business platform, transitioning PayPay into a digital financial platform, and deploying AI agents in consumer-facing services. Additionally, LY Corporation aims for a cumulative total payout ratio of over 70% over the next five years through flexible share buybacks and stable dividends.Adjusted EBITDA Growth
Adjusted EBITDA grew 13.5% year-on-year to JPY470.8 billion. The margin expanded to 24.6%.
Revenue Growth Across Segments
In FY '24, revenue and profit increased in Media, Commerce, and Strategic segments.
Share Repurchase Announcement
Announced up to JPY150 billion share repurchase to improve capital efficiency.
Significant Growth in PayPay
PayPay consolidated achieved 17.7% year-on-year growth, with GMV increasing by 23.4% year-over-year.
Strong Performance in LINE Official Account and MINI App
Continued double-digit growth exceeding 18% for three consecutive years in account ads.
Strategic Focus on AI Agents
Plans to deploy AI agents in consumer-facing services, leveraging extensive user data and content.
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JP:4689 Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
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JP:4689 Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
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May 07, 2025 | ¥533.80 | ¥546.00 | +2.29% |
Feb 06, 2025 | ¥467.82 | ¥469.50 | +0.36% |
Nov 05, 2024 | ¥408.70 | ¥418.08 | +2.30% |
Aug 02, 2024 | ¥362.32 | ¥346.03 | -4.50% |
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.
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FAQ
When does LY Corporation (JP:4689) report earnings?
LY Corporation (JP:4689) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 01, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
What is LY Corporation (JP:4689) earnings time?
LY Corporation (JP:4689) earnings time is at Aug 01, 2025, TBA Not Confirmed.
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