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Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. (JP:4718)
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4718 Stock Chart & Stats
¥2274.00
-¥26.00(-1.36%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥2274.00
-¥26.00(-1.36%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,811.00 - ¥2,955.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume14.80K
Average Volume (3M)47.20K
Market Cap
¥38.90B
Enterprise Value¥30.22B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥6.91B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥466.36M
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.5
Beta0.51
Next Earnings
May 08, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.56%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)30.07
Shares Outstanding19,012,451
10 Day Avg. Volume31,240
30 Day Avg. Volume47,196
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio1.28
Price to Book (P/B)2.49
Price to Sales (P/S)1.08
P/FCF Ratio11.64
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Balance Sheet StrengthVery low leverage and a strong equity ratio provide durable financial flexibility against enrollment volatility and cyclical pressures. A 15.4% ROE shows efficient use of equity, supporting reinvestment capacity and reducing refinancing risk over the medium term.
Strong Cash GenerationSignificant free cash flow growth and operating cash generation well above net income indicate sustainable internal funding for capex, seasonal programs and dividends. This cash strength supports strategic flexibility and resilience over the next several quarters.
Consistent Revenue And Healthy MarginsSteady top-line growth combined with healthy gross and EBITDA margins reflects pricing power and cost control in the core tutoring business. These durable margins support profitability through academic cycles and provide room to invest in program quality.
Bears Say
Cash Management Needs ImprovementCompany disclosure flags cash management as an area to improve despite strong FCF growth. Persistent timing or working-capital inefficiencies could constrain liquidity for seasonal program buildup, limit optimization of returns, and raise operational risk.
Revenue Concentration RiskHeavy reliance on tuition and exam-prep fees concentrates exposure to enrollment trends, demographics and local education policy. Without significant non-tuition diversification, revenue is vulnerable to sustained shifts in student demand or competitive pricing.
Moderate Net Profit MarginA net margin around 6.7% is modest, limiting the firm's buffer against cost inflation or adverse enrollment shocks. Lower absolute profitability reduces free cash conversion headroom and constrains excess funds for strategic initiatives or aggressive growth investments.
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. News
4718 FAQ
What was Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥1811.00 and its highest was ¥2955.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥38.90B.
When is Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 08, 2026 which is in 81 days.
How were Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 04, 2026. The company reported ¥30.07 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥30.07.
Is Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥35 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.56%. See more information on Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. have?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. has 19,012,451 shares outstanding.
What happened to Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥30.07 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.532%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4718
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Company Description
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. operates tutoring schools for elementary, middle, and high school students. It operates 180 schools; and 16 franchise schools under the KOBETSU SCHOOL brand. The company was incorporated in 1974 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
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