NOVA SYSTEM CO.,LTD. (JP:5257)
:5257
Top Page
NOVA SYSTEM CO.,LTD.
(5257)
Select Model
Select Model
Rating:60Neutral
Price Target:
¥2,501.00
▼(-3.73% Downside)
Action:ReiteratedDate:03/24/26
The score is anchored by decent financial quality (balance-sheet improvement and strong revenue growth) but held back by weaker recent profitability and negative free cash flow. Technical signals are bearish (below key moving averages with negative MACD), while valuation is a relative positive due to the mid P/E and strong dividend yield.
Positive Factors
Improving balance sheet and lower leverage
Debt relative to equity has declined to a low level (debt-to-equity ~0.27) and equity has expanded, materially improving financial flexibility. This durable improvement reduces refinancing risk, supports strategic investments, and cushions the business against cash-flow volatility over the medium term.
Negative Factors
Gross and net margin compression
Material margin decline signals either cost pressures or reduced pricing power; this compresses operating profitability and ROE. If the drivers are structural (competitive pressure, rising input costs), margins may remain depressed, limiting sustainable free cash generation and reinvestment capacity.
Read all positive and negative factors
Positive Factors
Negative Factors
Improving balance sheet and lower leverage
Debt relative to equity has declined to a low level (debt-to-equity ~0.27) and equity has expanded, materially improving financial flexibility. This durable improvement reduces refinancing risk, supports strategic investments, and cushions the business against cash-flow volatility over the medium term.
Read all positive factors
NOVA SYSTEM CO.,LTD. (5257) vs. iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ)
Market Cap
¥3.41B
Dividend YieldN/A
Average Volume (3M)2.12K
Price to Earnings (P/E)16.6
Beta (1Y)0.62
Revenue Growth8.61%
EPS Growth-9.25%
CountryJP
Employees470
SectorTechnology
Sector Strength88
IndustrySoftware - Application
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)81.59
Shares Outstanding1,402,500
10 Day Avg. Volume3,670
30 Day Avg. Volume2,116
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.41
Price to Book (P/B)1.53
Price to Sales (P/S)0.58
P/FCF Ratio-99.22
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
NOVA SYSTEM CO.,LTD. Business Overview & Revenue Model
Company Description
Nova System Co.,Ltd. provides system integration services for financial, insurance, and medical industries. It also develops application software, including self-ordering system and reception system. The company was founded in 1982 and is headquar...
NOVA SYSTEM CO.,LTD. Financial Statement Overview
Summary
Income Statement
62
Positive
Balance Sheet
74
Positive
Cash Flow
48
Neutral
| Breakdown | TTM | Dec 2025 | Dec 2024 | Dec 2023 | Dec 2022 | Dec 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Income Statement | ||||||
| Total Revenue | 6.66B | 6.72B | 6.46B | 5.42B | 4.63B | 4.17B |
| Gross Profit | 1.34B | 1.30B | 1.42B | 1.33B | 1.03B | 759.21M |
| EBITDA | 493.18M | 395.53M | 606.70M | 550.57M | 370.10M | 145.30M |
| Net Income | 318.81M | 234.06M | 394.68M | 342.24M | 212.56M | 72.21M |
Balance Sheet | ||||||
| Total Assets | 4.03B | 4.09B | 3.77B | 3.42B | 2.82B | 2.61B |
| Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments | 591.96M | 732.87M | 758.98M | 898.69M | 633.55M | 937.23M |
| Total Debt | 907.92M | 683.95M | 628.23M | 894.07M | 902.65M | 930.47M |
| Total Liabilities | 1.68B | 1.54B | 1.54B | 1.62B | 1.66B | 1.67B |
| Stockholders Equity | 2.36B | 2.55B | 2.23B | 1.80B | 1.16B | 944.96M |
Cash Flow | ||||||
| Free Cash Flow | 0.00 | -39.26M | 234.73M | -66.20M | -310.49M | 156.90M |
| Operating Cash Flow | 0.00 | 401.20M | 253.24M | 145.01M | 80.14M | 174.69M |
| Investing Cash Flow | 0.00 | -461.24M | 158.88M | -223.71M | -299.11M | 161.36M |
| Financing Cash Flow | 0.00 | 33.93M | -265.84M | 308.13M | -27.82M | -455.80M |
NOVA SYSTEM CO.,LTD. Technical Analysis
Negative
2598.00
Price Trends
2518.42
Negative
2643.65
Negative
2610.09
Negative
Market Momentum
-20.72
Negative
47.12
Neutral
41.47
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For JP:5257, the sentiment is Negative. The current price of 2598 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 2424.40, above the 50-day MA of 2518.42, and below the 200-day MA of 2610.09, indicating a bearish trend. The MACD of -20.72 indicates Negative momentum. The RSI at 47.12 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 41.47 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Negative sentiment for JP:5257.
NOVA SYSTEM CO.,LTD. Peers Comparison
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (61)
Name | Overall Rating | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | ROE | Dividend Yield | Revenue Growth | EPS Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
82 Outperform | ¥6.11B | 10.91 | ― | 1.87% | 6.18% | 29.79% | |
70 Outperform | ¥3.14B | 39.52 | ― | 2.74% | 25.94% | 368.27% | |
69 Neutral | ¥2.68B | 27.18 | ― | ― | 13.48% | 61.77% | |
63 Neutral | ¥4.96B | 9.17 | ― | 2.28% | ― | ― | |
61 Neutral | $37.18B | 12.37 | -10.20% | 1.83% | 8.50% | -7.62% | |
60 Neutral | ¥3.41B | 16.64 | ― | ― | 8.61% | -9.25% | |
47 Neutral | ¥4.58B | -18.61 | ― | ― | -40.57% | 83.14% |
* Technology Sector Average
JP:5257
NOVA SYSTEM CO.,LTD.
2,429.00
-413.47
-14.55%
JP:3826
System Integrator Corp.
450.00
89.85
24.95%
JP:4491
Computer Management Co., Ltd.
3,000.00
1,248.00
71.23%
JP:5256
Fusic Co.,Ltd.
2,095.00
-570.00
-21.39%
JP:6633
C&G SYSTEMS INC.
330.00
15.61
4.97%
JP:7527
SystemSoft Corporation
54.00
-26.00
-32.50%
Glossary
BuyA stock rated as a "Buy" is expected to perform better than the overall market or a specific benchmark over the near-to-medium term. This rating suggests the stock is likely to deliver higher returns compared to other stocks in the same sector or market index. Note: This is not investment advice; please consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
HoldA stock rated as a "Hold" is expected to perform in line with the overall market or a specific benchmark. This rating indicates that the stock is neither particularly compelling nor unfavorable for investment. Note: This is not investment advice; please consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
SellA stock rated as a "Sell" is expected to perform worse than the overall market or a specific benchmark over the near-to-medium term. This rating suggests the stock may deliver lower returns compared to other stocks in the same sector or market index. Note: This is not investment advice; please consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Disclaimer
This AI Analyst Stock Report is automatically generated by our AI systems using advanced algorithms and publicly available financial, technical, and market data. While the information provided aims to be accurate and insightful, it is intended for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Any content created by an AI (Artificial Intelligence) system may contain inaccuracies and/or contain errors. Investing in stocks carries inherent risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results. This report does not account for your personal financial circumstances, objectives, or risk tolerance. Always conduct your own research or consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. The analysis and recommendations provided are based on historical and current data and may not fully reflect future market conditions or unexpected developments. Neither the creators of this report nor its affiliated entities guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the information presented. Use this report at your own discretion and risk.