Low Financial LeverageThe company’s near-zero debt position and minimal leverage provide durable financial flexibility. Over the next 2–6 months this lowers refinancing risk, preserves capacity to raise capital if needed, and gives management optionality to support operations or invest without heavy interest burden.

Historic High Profitability (operating Potential)A prior year of strong net margin shows the business model can deliver high profitability under favorable conditions. This demonstrates structural potential in margins and cost structure that could re-emerge with revenue stabilization or better product/mix execution, supporting medium-term recovery prospects.

Lean Cost BaseA very small employee base implies a low fixed-cost footprint and a capital-light operating model. Structurally this aids margin recovery when revenue returns, enables rapid cost adjustments, and reduces ongoing cash burn compared with labor-intensive peers, supporting durability through downturns.

Bears Say

Sharp Revenue ContractionA near-50% revenue drop materially reduces scale economics and strains gross margin absorption. Over the medium term this weakens pricing power, reduces operating leverage, and increases execution risk as fixed costs and commercial investments become harder to cover, making recovery and sustainable growth more challenging.

Persistent Negative Cash FlowConsistent negative operating and free cash flow indicates earnings are not translating to cash, creating lasting funding pressure. Even with low debt, this forces reliance on equity, asset sales, or external funding, limiting reinvestment capacity and increasing dilution or execution risk over the next several quarters.

Earnings Volatility / Return InstabilityLarge swings from strong profit to loss reflect unstable earnings power and operational inconsistency. This volatility undermines strategic planning, makes forecasting difficult, and keeps returns (ROE ~-3% FY2025) unpredictable, complicating capital allocation and investor confidence over the medium term.

5721 FAQ

What was S.Science Company, Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

S.Science Company, Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥15.39 and its highest was ¥270.58 in the past 12 months.

What is S.Science Company, Ltd.’s market cap?

S.Science Company, Ltd.’s market cap is ¥83.37B.

When is S.Science Company, Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

S.Science Company, Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 20, 2026 which is in 88 days.

How were S.Science Company, Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

S.Science Company, Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 13, 2026. The company reported -¥10.277 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -¥10.277.

Is S.Science Company, Ltd. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts S.Science Company, Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does S.Science Company, Ltd. pay dividends?

S.Science Company, Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥0.5 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on S.Science Company, Ltd. dividends here

What is S.Science Company, Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

S.Science Company, Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does S.Science Company, Ltd. have?

S.Science Company, Ltd. has 613,004,200 shares outstanding.

What happened to S.Science Company, Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

S.Science Company, Ltd. reported an EPS of -¥10.277 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.072%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of S.Science Company, Ltd.?

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Company Description

S.Science Company, Ltd.

S Science Company, Ltd. produces and sells nickel products primarily in Japan. The company offers s and p pellets/anodes, s and r round anodes, nickel plating chips, nickel balls and anodes, nickel sulfate, and nickel chloride. It also engages in the management of schools; brokering and mediation of real estate properties; and environment related business. The company was formerly known as Shimura Sangyo Co., Ltd. and changed its name to S Science Company, Ltd. in 2003. S Science Company, Ltd. was incorporated in 1946 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.