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JP:7685

BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd.

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Neutral 65 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:65Neutral
Price Target:
¥5,977.00
▲(23.24% Upside)
Action:DowngradedDate:02/18/26
The score is driven primarily by solid financial performance (strong growth and improved 2025 cash generation) but tempered by balance-sheet leverage risk. Technicals are supportive due to a strong uptrend, though overbought indicators add near-term risk. Valuation is a meaningful headwind given the high P/E and low dividend yield.
Positive Factors
Revenue Growth
Sustained multi-year top-line expansion and renewed acceleration in 2025 indicate durable demand for the company's reuse/recommerce channels. Strong revenue growth supports scale economics, broader product selection, and reinvestment capacity that underpin longer-term competitive positioning.
Improved Cash Generation
Significant improvement in operating and free cash flow in 2025 materially strengthens financial flexibility to fund operations, capex, and deleveraging. Higher cash conversion is a durable positive for liquidity and enables strategic reinvestment or debt reduction when sustained.
Profitability and Gross Margin
Healthy gross profit and rising net income show the core resale model can sustain attractive unit economics. Robust gross margins provide a structural buffer versus input cost swings and support investment in inspection, refurbishment and multi-channel distribution as the business scales.
Negative Factors
Elevated Leverage
High absolute debt and a debt-to-equity ratio above 2 materially increase financial risk and constrain strategic flexibility. This leverage makes the company sensitive to earnings volatility, interest-rate moves and tighter credit conditions, limiting runway for acquisitions or cyclical shocks.
Volatile Free Cash Flow
History of sharp swings in free cash flow reflects working-capital sensitivity and episodic investment. Persistent FCF volatility complicates reliable debt servicing, dividends, and capital allocation. Unless cash conversion remains consistently strong, financing costs and planning will be impacted.
Margin Compression
Eroding operating and net margins versus prior peak suggest cost pressure, mix shifts, or reinvestment needs. Sustained margin compression would reduce cushion against competitive pricing and higher financing costs, weakening profitability resilience over the medium term.

BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. (7685) vs. iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ)

BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company DescriptionBuySell Technologies Co.,Ltd. engages in the kimono/branded goods reuse business in Japan. The company purchases and sells kimono, stamps, old coins, bags, wallets, watches, and liquors through its own EC site and mall, stores, and BtoB antique auction under the BuySell brand. The company was incorporated in 2001 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
How the Company Makes MoneyBuySell Technologies generates revenue primarily through the provision of its e-commerce platform services, which involve subscription fees charged to businesses for using their technology. Additionally, the company earns income from transaction fees associated with payment processing and online sales facilitated through its platforms. The company also offers premium services, including advanced analytics and marketing tools, which contribute significantly to its revenue stream. Partnerships with financial institutions and digital marketing agencies further amplify its income by integrating additional services and enhancing customer acquisition.

BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Strong revenue and earnings growth with improved 2025 operating and free cash flow, but overall risk is elevated by high leverage (recent debt-to-equity noted as ~2.15 and sizable total debt) and historically volatile free cash flow.
Income Statement
78
Positive
Strong multi-year top-line expansion, with revenue rising from 2020 to 2025 and growth accelerating again in 2025 (annual revenue growth ~26.9%). Profitability is solid at the gross level (gross profit of ~52.4B on ~100.6B revenue in 2025), and operating profit and net income have scaled meaningfully versus prior years (net income ~5.27B in 2025 vs ~2.41B in 2024). Offsetting this, margins appear to have compressed from the stronger 2022 profile (where operating and net margins were higher), indicating some pressure from costs, mix, or reinvestment as the business scales.
Balance Sheet
56
Neutral
The balance sheet has grown alongside the business (assets up materially from 2020 to 2025), and equity has increased over time, supporting expansion. However, leverage is a clear constraint: debt levels are high relative to equity in the more recent period (2024 debt-to-equity ~2.15), and total debt remains sizable in 2025 (~24.0B). While profitability has historically supported equity returns (2021–2024 ROE was strong), the elevated leverage increases sensitivity to earnings volatility and tightening financing conditions.
Cash Flow
72
Positive
Cash generation improved notably in the latest year, with operating cash flow rising to ~7.52B in 2025 and free cash flow to ~7.11B, indicating strong cash conversion and flexibility. That said, cash flow quality has been uneven historically: 2023 had very weak free cash flow (~0.054B) and 2024 free cash flow (~1.04B) lagged net income (free cash flow was under half of net income), suggesting working-capital swings and/or investment intensity can create volatility.
BreakdownTTMDec 2025Dec 2024Dec 2023Dec 2022Dec 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue79.27B100.61B59.97B42.57B33.72B24.79B
Gross Profit41.86B52.38B31.66B24.49B19.86B14.49B
EBITDA8.65B11.35B5.79B3.84B4.26B2.58B
Net Income3.99B5.27B2.41B1.45B2.27B1.31B
Balance Sheet
Total Assets52.06B54.72B46.38B21.32B17.64B10.29B
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments19.02B19.98B13.22B7.76B7.00B4.77B
Total Debt25.50B23.99B26.92B8.07B5.05B3.12B
Total Liabilities33.32B33.29B33.88B12.71B9.41B5.69B
Stockholders Equity18.74B21.43B12.49B8.61B8.24B4.59B
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow0.007.11B1.04B53.96M2.42B1.66B
Operating Cash Flow0.007.52B2.13B1.24B2.97B2.08B
Investing Cash Flow0.00-1.13B-14.44B-1.61B-2.35B-449.67M
Financing Cash Flow0.00394.66M17.82B1.05B1.59B-478.68M

BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Positive
Last Price4850.00
Price Trends
50DMA
5119.98
Positive
100DMA
4424.18
Positive
200DMA
3783.95
Positive
Market Momentum
MACD
303.18
Negative
RSI
64.71
Neutral
STOCH
62.54
Neutral
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For JP:7685, the sentiment is Positive. The current price of 4850 is below the 20-day moving average (MA) of 5479.75, below the 50-day MA of 5119.98, and above the 200-day MA of 3783.95, indicating a bullish trend. The MACD of 303.18 indicates Negative momentum. The RSI at 64.71 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 62.54 is Neutral, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Positive sentiment for JP:7685.

BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. Peers Comparison

Overall Rating
UnderperformOutperform
Sector (61)
Financial Indicators
Name
Overall Rating
Market Cap
P/E Ratio
ROE
Dividend Yield
Revenue Growth
EPS Growth
80
Outperform
¥116.70B18.772.24%22.22%26.29%
74
Outperform
¥29.15B12.363.77%7.88%-5.92%
66
Neutral
¥24.99B17.263.53%-2.73%-51.48%
65
Neutral
¥180.42B33.640.64%57.01%91.03%
65
Neutral
¥45.48B14.842.19%17.90%14.14%
61
Neutral
$18.38B12.79-2.54%3.03%1.52%-15.83%
* Consumer Cyclical Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
JP:7685
BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd.
5,900.00
3,468.60
142.66%
JP:2674
Hard Off Corporation Co., Ltd.
2,100.00
286.78
15.82%
JP:3093
Treasure Factory Co., Ltd.
1,898.00
262.82
16.07%
JP:3179
Syuppin Co., Ltd.
1,362.00
409.13
42.94%
JP:3964
Aucnet, Inc.
2,437.00
1,246.33
104.67%
JP:9278
BOOKOFF GROUP HOLDINGS LIMITED
1,913.00
553.57
40.72%

BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. Corporate Events

BuySell Technologies Posts Strong Organic Growth in January Home-Visit Purchases
Feb 13, 2026

BuySell Technologies reported strong January 2026 results in its group home-visit purchase business, with purchases reaching 1,458 million yen, or 154% of the prior-year level. Management highlighted that strategic initiatives to boost revisit appointments and focus on high-value items lifted gross profit per visit to 159% of the previous year, underscoring improved profitability per customer contact.

Home-visit volumes also expanded, with 32,853 visits in January, representing 117% year-on-year, supported by robust revisit rates at BuySell and Fuku-chan and steady growth in new inquiries. As the impact of newly consolidated subsidiaries Fuku-chan and Nikkou-dou has normalized from January 2026, the company noted that both purchase volumes and visit numbers now reflect steady organic growth, reinforcing its operational momentum in the reuse market.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:7685) stock is a Buy with a Yen5489.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. stock, see the JP:7685 Stock Forecast page.

BuySell Technologies Lifts Mid-Term FY 2027 Guidance After FY 2025 Results
Feb 13, 2026

BuySell Technologies announced its FY 2025 settlement report, outlining its financial results and key performance indicator trends, alongside investment highlights and an executive overview. The company also provided FY 2026 earnings forecasts and revealed an upward revision to its mid-term management plan guidance for FY 2027, signaling a more optimistic outlook for its future growth trajectory.

The revised financial targets suggest management confidence in stronger-than-previously-expected performance, which may enhance the firm’s positioning within the Growth Market segment. For stakeholders, the combination of detailed FY 2025 results and upgraded mid-term guidance indicates a focus on sustained expansion, operational execution, and potentially improved shareholder value over the coming years.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:7685) stock is a Buy with a Yen5489.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. stock, see the JP:7685 Stock Forecast page.

BuySell Technologies to Absorb REGATE’s In-Store Purchase Business in Brand Integration Push
Feb 13, 2026

BuySell Technologies will absorb the in-store purchase business of its wholly owned subsidiary REGATE Inc. through a simplified absorption-type split effective April 1, 2026, following a January 2026 reorganization that consolidated in-store operations under the “BuySell” brand. The move aligns brand names with operating entities, centralizes assets and obligations related to the in-store purchase business at the parent company, and is intended to streamline group management and accelerate integrated business development without affecting capital structure or requiring shareholder approval.

As part of the transaction, BuySell will become the direct operator of the in-store business previously run as “FUKU-CHAN” stores by REGATE, while REGATE will continue in the group’s home visit purchase segment alongside other brands. The company states there will be no change to existing share acquisition rights, no consideration paid as the deal is intra-group, and no issues are expected regarding the fulfillment of obligations after the reorganization, suggesting minimal financial disruption while strengthening operational coherence and brand consistency across the group.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:7685) stock is a Buy with a Yen5489.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. stock, see the JP:7685 Stock Forecast page.

BuySell Technologies to Make Kyushu-Based Reuse Chain DelightZ a Wholly Owned Subsidiary
Feb 13, 2026

BuySell Technologies plans to acquire all shares of DelightZ Co., Ltd. and convert it into a wholly owned subsidiary via a combination of direct share acquisition and a simplified share exchange that does not require shareholder approval. DelightZ will first divest its food and beverage, fisheries, and estate liquidation operations, leaving only its reuse-focused in-store purchase business, which BuySell will then fully integrate into its group structure.

DelightZ operates 14 “Kaitori Senmonten Yukichi” reuse stores in the Kyushu region, mainly in Nagasaki and Saga, where it enjoys strong local brand recognition and prime locations. By taking control of this network, BuySell aims to strengthen its purchasing channels in a region where it has limited presence, advance its M&A-driven growth strategy, and generate synergies through data-driven management and post-merger integration.

Under the transaction structure, BuySell will purchase 875 of DelightZ’s 1,000 outstanding shares from the current owner, Yuya Kuroda, and will acquire the remaining 125 shares through a share exchange settled by issuing 60,400 new BuySell shares. Following a planned company split on March 31, 2026, the resulting DelightZ entity will consist solely of the reuse business, with Kuroda holding 100% of its shares immediately prior to BuySell’s staged acquisition and exchange.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:7685) stock is a Buy with a Yen5489.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. stock, see the JP:7685 Stock Forecast page.

BuySell Technologies Announces Two-for-One Stock Split to Boost Liquidity
Feb 13, 2026

BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. will implement a two-for-one stock split of its common shares, with March 31, 2026 set as the record date and April 1, 2026 as the effective date. The total number of issued shares will double from 30,877,880 to 61,755,760, with authorized shares set at 192,000,000, though the final figures may rise slightly if share acquisition rights are exercised before the record date.

The company aims to lower its investment unit price through this stock split, seeking to enhance liquidity in its shares and broaden its investor base. By making the stock more accessible to a wider range of investors, BuySell Technologies is positioning itself for potentially increased trading activity and greater market participation from both existing and new shareholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:7685) stock is a Buy with a Yen5489.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. stock, see the JP:7685 Stock Forecast page.

BuySell Technologies Revamps Board Slate With New CSO and Outside Director
Feb 13, 2026

BuySell Technologies has nominated seven candidates for director positions, including three outside directors, to be voted on at its 25th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders on March 26, 2025. The move follows the expiration of current directors’ terms and reflects an effort to maintain a streamlined board while ensuring independent oversight and strategic continuity.

The nominations include the reappointment of President and CEO Kosuke Tokushige, Representative Director and Chairman Kyohei Iwata, and CFO Koji Ono, alongside the promotion of Executive Officer Takayuki Nakamura to Director and CSO. The company is also adding seasoned executive Taichi Hattori as a new outside director and continuing to designate key outside directors as independent, signaling a focus on strengthening governance, strategic planning, and stakeholder confidence.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:7685) stock is a Buy with a Yen5489.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. stock, see the JP:7685 Stock Forecast page.

BuySell Technologies Hikes Year-End Dividend and Reinforces Growth Investment Policy
Feb 13, 2026

BuySell Technologies’ board has resolved to pay a year-end dividend of 25 yen per share for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, matching its latest forecast and up from the equivalent 15 yen per share paid a year earlier after adjusting for a 2-for-1 stock split. The total payout will be 771 million yen, sourced from retained earnings, and the proposal will be submitted for approval at the annual shareholders’ meeting on March 26, 2026.

Management reiterated its dividend policy of providing stable and continuous shareholder returns with a target payout ratio of around 20%, while preserving internal reserves to support future business development. The company plans to deploy retained earnings toward investments aimed at achieving non-linear growth, with a particular focus on funding mergers and acquisitions to strengthen its management structure and expand its business.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:7685) stock is a Buy with a Yen5489.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. stock, see the JP:7685 Stock Forecast page.

BuySell Technologies Posts Surging Earnings and Plans Further Growth with Stock Split
Feb 13, 2026

BuySell Technologies reported strong consolidated results for the year ended December 31, 2025, with net sales surging 67.8% to ¥100.6 billion and profit attributable to owners of parent jumping 118.6% to ¥5.27 billion. Profitability metrics improved markedly, including a return on equity of 31.9% and higher operating and ordinary profit margins, while total assets and equity rose, reflecting an enhanced financial base.

Operating cash flow more than tripled to ¥7.5 billion and year-end cash and cash equivalents climbed to ¥19.99 billion, supporting both shareholder returns and growth investment. The company maintained a year-end dividend, adjusted for stock splits, and announced another 2-for-1 split effective April 1, 2026, while forecasting further double-digit growth in sales and earnings for fiscal 2026, underscoring its confidence in continued expansion.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:7685) stock is a Buy with a Yen5489.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. stock, see the JP:7685 Stock Forecast page.

BuySell Technologies Delivers Triple-Digit Profit Growth and Plans New Stock Split
Feb 13, 2026

BuySell Technologies reported strong results for the year ended December 31, 2025, with net sales surging 67.8% to ¥100.6 billion and profit attributable to owners of parent jumping 118.6% to ¥5.27 billion, lifting ROE to 31.9%. The balance sheet also strengthened, as total assets rose to ¥54.7 billion, equity ratio improved to 38.2%, and operating cash flow more than tripled to ¥7.52 billion.

Shareholder returns remain in focus, with a year-end dividend of ¥25 per share and another 2-for-1 stock split approved for April 1, 2026, following the split executed in early 2025. For fiscal 2026, the company forecasts continued double-digit growth, targeting 29.2% higher net sales at ¥130 billion and a 42.3% increase in profit attributable to owners of parent to ¥7.5 billion, underscoring confidence in its growth strategy and expanded consolidation scope.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:7685) stock is a Buy with a Yen5489.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. stock, see the JP:7685 Stock Forecast page.

BuySell Technologies’ December Home-Visit Purchases Nearly Triple on Group Synergies
Jan 16, 2026

BuySell Technologies reported strong growth in its Group Home-Visit Purchase Business for December 2025, with purchase value reaching 1,450 million yen, or 239% of the previous year’s level, and home visit volume rising to 34,082, or 190% year-on-year. The surge reflects the first-time consolidation of Fuku-chan and Nikkou-dou into group results, record-high revisit rates at both BuySell and Fuku-chan driven by strategic initiatives to increase repeat customers, and enhanced antique purchasing supported by group expertise; together these factors lifted gross profit per visit above last year and indicate steady improvement in the profitability and operational efficiency of the company’s core reuse business.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:7685) stock is a Buy with a Yen4423.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. stock, see the JP:7685 Stock Forecast page.

BuySell Technologies Reports Strong November Growth Driven by Strategic Acquisitions
Dec 17, 2025

BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. reported significant growth in its November 2025 business update, with purchases reaching 1,736 million yen, a 240% increase from the previous year. This growth is attributed to strategic acquisitions and improved revisit rates, with the company aiming to standardize operations to further enhance performance. The number of home visits also saw a substantial rise, driven by effective inside sales strategies and exceeding medium-term management plan targets.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:7685) stock is a Buy with a Yen4503.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. stock, see the JP:7685 Stock Forecast page.

BuySell Technologies Optimizes Inventory Strategy Amid Strong Q3 Performance
Dec 3, 2025

BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. announced that despite strong performance in Q3, it has strategically decided to carry over inventory to the next fiscal year, keeping sales and gross profit forecasts unchanged. The company is on track to potentially achieve its medium-term management plan targets ahead of schedule, driven by strong business performance and strategic planning.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:7685) stock is a Buy with a Yen4503.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on BuySell Technologies Co., Ltd. stock, see the JP:7685 Stock Forecast page.

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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.Date of analysis: Feb 18, 2026