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Central Sports Co., Ltd. (JP:4801)
:4801
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Central Sports Co., Ltd. (4801) Price & Analysis

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4801 Stock Chart & Stats

¥2417.00
-¥6.00(-0.25%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥2417.00
-¥6.00(-0.25%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Sustained Revenue RecoveryConsistent top-line recovery from roughly ¥36.0B to ¥48.9B over 2021–2026 indicates restored demand and scale. This improves the company's ability to absorb fixed costs, supports reinvestment in stores and inventory, and creates a durable platform for incremental margin and profit growth.
Marked Leverage ImprovementA drop in debt-to-equity to ~0.17 materially strengthens financial flexibility and lowers solvency risk. Lower leverage reduces interest burden and gives management room to fund strategic initiatives, weather downturns, or pursue targeted investments without undue reliance on external financing.
Return To Positive Cash GenerationPositive OCF of ¥3.47B and FCF of ¥1.70B in 2026 show the company can internally fund maintenance capex and some discretionary spend. Reliable cash generation, even if recently variable, underpins resilience, reduces dependency on new borrowing, and supports measured shareholder returns or reinvestment.
Bears Say
Thin Profitability MarginsGross margins near 12–13% and net margins of 2–3% leave little buffer to absorb cost inflation or competitive price moves. This narrow profitability profile constrains the firm’s ability to finance growth internally, weakens shock absorption, and limits long-term earnings leverage from revenue growth.
Volatile Free Cash Flow ConversionInconsistent FCF conversion undermines predictability of internal funding. Wide year-to-year swings complicate multi-year investment planning, increase the chance management will hoard liquidity or seek external financing in weak years, and raise execution risk for strategic initiatives.
Moderate Returns On EquityROE around 4–5% suggests limited efficiency in converting equity into profits despite a healthier balance sheet. Sustained moderate ROE points to constrained competitive positioning or asset productivity, which may impede meaningful long-term shareholder value creation absent margin or efficiency improvements.

4801 FAQ

What was Central Sports Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Central Sports Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥2333.00 and its highest was ¥2620.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Central Sports Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Central Sports Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥26.30B.
      When is Central Sports Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Central Sports Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 07, 2026 which is in 80 days.
        How were Central Sports Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Central Sports Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 19, 2026. The company reported ¥20.58 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥20.58.
          Is Central Sports Co., Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Central Sports Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Central Sports Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Central Sports Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥20 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.85%. See more information on Central Sports Co., Ltd. dividends here
              What is Central Sports Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Central Sports Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Central Sports Co., Ltd. have?
              Central Sports Co., Ltd. has 11,466,300 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Central Sports Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Central Sports Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥20.58 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.445%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Central Sports Co., Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4801
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Central Sports Co., Ltd.

                    Central Sports Co., Ltd. (4801) is a leading company in the sports and fitness industry, primarily based in Japan. The company operates in various sectors, including sports equipment manufacturing, fitness club operations, and sports-related services. Central Sports is known for producing high-quality sporting goods, providing fitness training programs, and managing a network of fitness clubs that cater to a diverse clientele, ranging from amateur athletes to fitness enthusiasts.

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