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LY Corporation
(4689)
LY Corporation (4689) vs. iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ)
LY Corporation Business Overview & Revenue Model
LY Corporation Earnings Call Summary
LY Corporation Financial Statement Overview
| Breakdown | |||||
| TTM | Mar 2024 | Mar 2023 | Mar 2022 | Mar 2021 | Mar 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Income Statement | Total Revenue | ||||
| 1.90T | 1.81T | 1.67T | 1.57T | 1.21T | 1.05T | Gross Profit |
| 1.37T | 1.29T | 1.16T | 1.07T | 773.40B | 628.48B | EBIT |
| 251.34B | 198.38B | 314.53B | 189.50B | 162.13B | 152.28B | EBITDA |
| 407.82B | 361.30B | 306.81B | 325.25B | 283.52B | 235.69B | Net Income Common Stockholders |
| 118.43B | 113.20B | 178.87B | 77.32B | 70.14B | 81.67B |
| Balance Sheet | Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | ||||
| 1.33T | 1.42T | 1.65T | 1.13T | 1.07T | 880.10B | Total Assets |
| 9.45T | 9.04T | 8.59T | 7.11T | 6.70T | 3.93T | Total Debt |
| 1.82T | 1.88T | 1.91T | 1.67T | 1.39T | 1.09T | Net Debt |
| 491.04B | 462.32B | 261.95B | 538.98B | 323.84B | 206.34B | Total Liabilities |
| 6.04T | 5.60T | 5.27T | 4.13T | 3.71T | 2.89T | Stockholders Equity |
| 2.99T | 3.04T | 2.92T | 2.68T | 2.68T | 771.55B |
| Cash Flow | Free Cash Flow | ||||
| 498.19B | 245.47B | -55.94B | -6.32B | 137.18B | 158.15B | Operating Cash Flow |
| 591.96B | 316.48B | 93.05B | 266.31B | 207.92B | 243.28B | Investing Cash Flow |
| -470.90B | -444.06B | 319.79B | -303.90B | -12.35B | -503.03B | Financing Cash Flow |
| -306.89B | -110.80B | 105.79B | 91.63B | -12.07B | 593.41B |
LY Corporation Technical Analysis
LY Corporation Peers Comparison
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
78 Outperform | ¥3.72T | 25.24 | 1.32% | 5.67% | 39.04% | ||
62 Neutral | $6.88B | 11.32 | 2.90% | 3.87% | 2.70% | -24.57% | |
| $3.48B | 26.78 | 34.91% | 1.86% | ― | ― | ||
81 Outperform | ¥363.18B | 27.10 | ― | 16.87% | 1.21% | ||
77 Outperform | ¥84.13B | 17.17 | 1.19% | 4.92% | -12.12% | ||
76 Outperform | ¥77.08B | 45.79 | 0.84% | 36.56% | 47.47% | ||
73 Outperform | ¥90.35B | 30.76 | 1.77% | 4.76% | 21.06% |
LY Corporation Corporate Events
LY Corporation announced the completion of its share repurchase program through a tender offer, which was resolved by the board of directors on May 7, 2025. The tender offer, which began on May 8 and concluded on June 4, 2025, involved the acquisition of 213,264,491 shares at a price of 533 yen per share. The company plans to cancel a portion of these treasury shares on July 1, 2025, which could impact the company’s stock value and shareholder equity.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4689) stock is a Buy with a Yen585.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on LY Corporation stock, see the JP:4689 Stock Forecast page.
LY Corporation has submitted a report to Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications regarding the administrative guidance it received for its LINE app (Albums). The company is implementing recurrence prevention and containment measures, such as reinforcing tests and inspecting source codes, to address the issues raised. Additionally, LY Corporation has established systems for early error detection and defect impact minimization, aiming to rebuild trust and ensure user confidence in its services.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4689) stock is a Buy with a Yen585.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on LY Corporation stock, see the JP:4689 Stock Forecast page.
LY Corporation has successfully met the continued listing requirements for the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s Prime Market as of March 31, 2025. This achievement follows a strategic plan involving the acquisition and cancellation of its own shares to improve the tradable share ratio, ensuring compliance with the Prime Market’s criteria. The company aims to maintain this compliance and enhance its corporate value.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4689) stock is a Buy with a Yen585.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on LY Corporation stock, see the JP:4689 Stock Forecast page.
LY Corporation has announced the reappointment of its directors, including key figures such as Chairperson Kentaro Kawabe and CEO Takeshi Idezawa, as decided in the recent Board of Directors meeting. This move, to be confirmed at the upcoming Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders, reflects the company’s commitment to maintaining its current leadership structure, which may provide stability and continuity in its operations and strategic direction.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4689) stock is a Buy with a Yen585.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on LY Corporation stock, see the JP:4689 Stock Forecast page.
LY Corporation announced a dividend payment of JPY7.00 per share for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, amounting to a total of JPY50.0 billion. This decision aligns with their policy to maintain a cumulative total payout ratio of 70% or more over the next five years, reflecting a commitment to balancing shareholder returns with strategic investments.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4689) stock is a Buy with a Yen585.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on LY Corporation stock, see the JP:4689 Stock Forecast page.
LY Corporation has announced the absorption-type merger of its wholly owned subsidiary, Z Financial Corporation, effective August 1, 2025. This strategic move aims to optimize the group’s resources by dissolving Z Financial Corporation, which serves as an intermediate holding company for LY Corporation’s domestic financial business areas. The merger is expected to streamline operations and enhance the company’s market positioning.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4689) stock is a Buy with a Yen585.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on LY Corporation stock, see the JP:4689 Stock Forecast page.
LY Corporation has successfully completed a tender offer to acquire shares and share options of BEENOS Inc., a company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market. This acquisition, finalized on May 7, 2025, is expected to strengthen LY Corporation’s market presence and strategic positioning, potentially impacting stakeholders by expanding its influence in the industry.
LY Corporation reported significant growth in its consolidated and non-consolidated business results for FY2024 compared to FY2023, driven by increased revenue from strategic business operations and a successful intra-group reorganization. The company’s revenue reached a record high, supported by the expansion of PayPay’s consolidated revenue and growth in media and commerce businesses. This performance underscores LY Corporation’s strengthened market position and positive outlook for stakeholders.
LY Corporation announced plans to increase its investment in LINE Bank Taiwan Limited, making it a consolidated and specified subsidiary. This strategic move is intended to bolster the banking services of LINE Bank in Taiwan and strengthen collaboration within the LY Corporation Group, potentially impacting the company’s market position and offering enhanced services to stakeholders.
LY Corporation has submitted a report to Japan’s Personal Information Protection Commission detailing measures to prevent a recurrence of unauthorized access that led to an information leakage. The company is committed to improving its technical and organizational safety management measures to regain trust and ensure the security of its users and stakeholders.
LY Corporation has submitted a report to Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications following administrative guidance related to an information leakage incident due to unauthorized access. The company is actively implementing measures to enhance security governance, manage subcontractors, and improve customer support to restore trust and ensure safe service usage.
LY Corporation, a company known for its LINE app, has received administrative guidance from Japan’s Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications due to an error in the app’s album feature that occurred in November 2024. The guidance includes implementing preventive measures, providing user support, and reporting on these actions. LY Corporation is committed to addressing the issue and ensuring user confidence in their services.
LY Corporation announced that its subsidiary, ASKUL Corporation, has resolved to repurchase and cancel its treasury stock. This decision aims to maximize ASKUL’s corporate value while maintaining LY Corporation’s voting rights ratio. The impact on LY Corporation’s consolidated business results is expected to be minor.