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7849 Stock Chart & Stats
¥3400.00
¥10.00(0.29%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
¥3400.00
¥10.00(0.29%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥2,911.00 - ¥4,495.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume700.00
Average Volume (3M)2.57K
Market Cap
¥11.44B
Enterprise Value¥4.88K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥7.66B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥120.24M
Price to Earnings (P/E)9.7
Beta0.29
Next Earnings
Nov 05, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.38%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)304.84
Shares Outstanding3,840,000
10 Day Avg. Volume3,710
30 Day Avg. Volume2,566
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.43
Price to Book (P/B)1.36
Price to Sales (P/S)1.79
P/FCF Ratio18.46
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)394.5
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥8.80B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Balance Sheet StrengthMinimal leverage and a large equity base provide durable financial flexibility, lowering solvency risk and enabling funding for content development, acquisitions, or dividends without relying on debt. This balance-sheet strength supports resilience across industry cycles.
High Structural ProfitabilitySustained high gross and EBIT margins reflect scalable, IP-driven publishing economics and efficient cost structure. Durable margin levels support reinvestment in new titles, marketing, and licensing, underpinning long-term earnings power despite market shifts.
Strong Free Cash Flow ConversionNear one-to-one free cash flow conversion signals high earnings quality and reliable cash generation over time. This enables consistent funding of dividends, IP investment, and opportunistic capital allocation without dependence on external financing.
Bears Say
Margin CompressionA meaningful decline in net margin and cooling ROE suggests profit pressure from cost increases, mix shifts, or weaker title performance. Persistent compression would reduce internally funded growth and shareholder returns, challenging medium-term profitability stability.
Operating Cash Flow VolatilityLow operating cash flow relative to reported profits points to working-capital timing effects or collection/stock swings. That volatility can constrain investment pacing and make it harder to reliably sustain dividends or buybacks despite healthy accounting earnings.
Inconsistent Revenue TrendsSharp differences between strong recent TTM growth and prior-year declines indicate lumpy, hit-driven sales typical in publishing. Such inconsistency complicates forecasting, increases execution risk, and may require ongoing investment to stabilize long-term top-line growth.
Starts Publishing Corporation News
7849 FAQ
What was Starts Publishing Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
Starts Publishing Corporation lowest stock price was ¥2911.00 and its highest was ¥4495.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Starts Publishing Corporation’s market cap?
Starts Publishing Corporation’s market cap is ¥11.44B.
When is Starts Publishing Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
Starts Publishing Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 05, 2026 which is in 82 days.
How were Starts Publishing Corporation’s earnings last quarter?
Starts Publishing Corporation released its earnings results on Aug 06, 2026. The company reported ¥56.88 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
Is Starts Publishing Corporation overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Starts Publishing Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Starts Publishing Corporation pay dividends?
Starts Publishing Corporation pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥80 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.38%. See more information on Starts Publishing Corporation dividends here
What is Starts Publishing Corporation’s EPS estimate?
Starts Publishing Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Starts Publishing Corporation have?
Starts Publishing Corporation has 3,840,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Starts Publishing Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Starts Publishing Corporation reported an EPS of ¥56.88 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.102%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Starts Publishing Corporation?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:7849
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Company Description
Starts Publishing Corporation
Starts Publishing Corporation is a Japanese media enterprise primarily active in the publishing domain. The company produces a variety of magazines, such as Oz magazine, Oz magazine trip, Metro Minutes, and Aerde. Complementing its print offerings, it operates Oz Mall, a dedicated online information platform aimed at women, and offers the OZ premium reservation service, facilitating online bookings for establishments like restaurants, hotels, and beauty salons. Additionally, Starts Publishing manages popular digital platforms for original novel submissions, including Noichigo, Berry's Cafe, and Novem. Its extensive publishing activities also encompass traditional books, e-comics, e-books, and comics. Founded in 1983, the corporation is based in Tokyo, Japan.
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