Balance Sheet StrengthSMN's very low leverage and high equity ratio provide durable financial flexibility to fund product development, weather ad-market downturns, or pursue strategic investments without relying on costly debt. Positive ROE indicates the firm is converting equity into returns as profitability recovers.

Cash GenerationA large increase in free cash flow and strong operating cash versus reported earnings demonstrates genuine cash conversion. Sustainable cash generation supports reinvestment in tech, client services, or organic growth initiatives and reduces funding risk during ad-spend cycles.

Ad Tech Platform & ServicesSMN's DSP and data-driven services align with structural industry trends toward programmatic digital advertising and performance targeting. A platform-based model can scale with advertiser spend, foster sticky client relationships, and create recurring service revenue if technology and execution remain competitive.

Bears Say

Revenue VolatilityPast swings in revenue and earlier losses indicate revenue is not yet consistently stable. For an ad-tech firm, uneven client spend or campaign timing can produce lumpy top-line performance, complicating long-term planning, staffing, and multi-period investment decisions.

Margin Pressure / Low Net MarginModerate gross margins and a thin net margin despite recovery suggest limited pricing power or high operating costs. Sustaining higher profitability requires scale, efficiency gains, or premium offerings; otherwise competitive pressure and client negotiation can compress margins over time.

Cyclicality Of Advertiser DemandSMN's revenue mix is closely linked to advertiser budgets and macro ad spending cycles. Economic slowdowns or shifts in client allocation to larger platforms can materially reduce transaction and service revenue, making growth and margin stability dependent on external market conditions.

6185 FAQ

What was SMN Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?

SMN Corporation lowest stock price was ¥312.00 and its highest was ¥520.00 in the past 12 months.

What is SMN Corporation’s market cap?

SMN Corporation’s market cap is ¥6.13B.

When is SMN Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?

SMN Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 24, 2026 which is in 67 days.

How were SMN Corporation’s earnings last quarter?

SMN Corporation released its earnings results on Jan 30, 2026. The company reported ¥4.65 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥4.65.

Is SMN Corporation overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts SMN Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does SMN Corporation pay dividends?

SMN Corporation does not currently pay dividends.

What is SMN Corporation’s EPS estimate?

SMN Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does SMN Corporation have?

SMN Corporation has 14,777,555 shares outstanding.

What happened to SMN Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?

SMN Corporation reported an EPS of ¥4.65 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.862%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of SMN Corporation?

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Company Description

SMN Corporation

SMN Corporation engages in digital marketing business in Japan and internationally. The company offers VALIS-Engine, an AI engine; Logicad, a demand side platform; and VALIS-Cockpit, a marketing analytics tool. It also provides data collection and analysis, advertising management, and content-based marketing solutions for agencies and advertisers; and creates and distributes ad content for SSPs and media outlets. In addition, the company offers marketing solutions to support advertisation on the web portal of ISP So-Net. The company was incorporated in 2000 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. SMN Corporation is a subsidiary of Sony Network Communications Inc.