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Izumi Co., Ltd. (JP:8273)
:8273
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Izumi Co., Ltd. (8273) AI Stock Analysis

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JP:8273

Izumi Co., Ltd.

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Neutral 63 (OpenAI - 5.2)
Rating:63Neutral
Price Target:
¥3,222.00
▲(7.40% Upside)
Action:ReiteratedDate:01/15/26
The score is driven primarily by mixed financial performance: strong top-line growth and a stable balance sheet are offset by sharply weaker current profitability, lower returns, and uneven free-cash-flow quality. Technicals add modest support with neutral-to-positive momentum but a still-lagging longer-term trend. Valuation is reasonable with a moderate dividend yield, but not notably compelling given the margin compression.
Positive Factors
Robust revenue growth and healthy gross margin
Sustained top-line growth with a ~36% gross margin supports durable scale advantages in procurement and merchandising. Over 2–6 months this underpins reinvestment in stores and e-commerce, cushions cost swings, and signals continued customer demand for core retail offerings.
Negative Factors
Sharp margin compression
A rapid fall in operating and net margins suggests structural pressure on profitability—rising costs, margin erosion, or weaker pricing power. If sustained, this reduces internal funding, limits pricing flexibility, and weakens competitive positioning over the medium term.
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Positive Factors
Negative Factors
Robust revenue growth and healthy gross margin
Sustained top-line growth with a ~36% gross margin supports durable scale advantages in procurement and merchandising. Over 2–6 months this underpins reinvestment in stores and e-commerce, cushions cost swings, and signals continued customer demand for core retail offerings.
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Izumi Co., Ltd. (8273) vs. iShares MSCI Japan ETF (EWJ)

Izumi Co., Ltd. Business Overview & Revenue Model

Company Description
Izumi Co., Ltd. operates a chain of stores in Japan. The company operates shopping centers under the Youme Town name; neighborhood shopping centers under the Youme Mall name; and food supermarkets under the Youme Mart name. As of May 31, 2021, it ...
How the Company Makes Money
Izumi Co., Ltd. generates revenue primarily through the sales of goods in its retail stores and online platform. The company has established a diverse range of revenue streams, including direct product sales, private-label merchandise, and seasona...

Izumi Co., Ltd. Financial Statement Overview

Summary
Strong TTM revenue growth (+23.9%) and healthy gross margin (~36%), but profitability has deteriorated sharply (TTM EBIT margin ~0.3%, net margin ~2.1% vs FY2024 ~4.3%). Balance sheet leverage is manageable (debt-to-equity ~0.41) but returns are modest (ROE ~4.1%). Cash flow is positive (TTM OCF ~¥37.9B, FCF ~¥20.0B) yet uneven, with moderate cash conversion (FCF ~53% of net income) and weak recent FCF growth.
Income Statement
60
Neutral
Balance Sheet
70
Positive
Cash Flow
55
Neutral
BreakdownTTMFeb 2025May 2024Feb 2023Feb 2022Feb 2021
Income Statement
Total Revenue553.58B524.14B471.17B460.14B676.80B679.78B
Gross Profit207.64B207.60B195.36B189.53B179.46B181.57B
EBITDA41.45B41.46B46.97B51.22B51.50B52.16B
Net Income11.16B11.92B20.48B23.19B23.20B23.05B
Balance Sheet
Total Assets598.22B569.61B489.51B478.54B468.80B489.69B
Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments18.62B15.72B12.00B10.33B11.62B25.31B
Total Debt118.71B139.45B77.73B76.55B99.36B109.41B
Total Liabilities296.14B270.39B195.27B200.43B206.36B244.28B
Stockholders Equity288.17B285.52B280.56B265.04B248.69B232.50B
Cash Flow
Free Cash Flow19.97B22.54B4.55B28.47B4.58B35.69B
Operating Cash Flow37.85B40.28B31.56B38.31B18.58B48.32B
Investing Cash Flow-17.86B-91.64B-24.75B-10.04B-14.25B-6.63B
Financing Cash Flow-16.97B55.07B-5.15B-29.56B-18.02B-25.36B

Izumi Co., Ltd. Technical Analysis

Technical Analysis Sentiment
Positive
Last Price3000.00
Price Trends
50DMA
1026.25
Positive
100DMA
1005.16
Positive
200DMA
1023.91
Positive
Market Momentum
MACD
14.62
Negative
RSI
62.17
Neutral
STOCH
85.14
Negative
Evaluating momentum and price trends is crucial in stock analysis to make informed investment decisions. For JP:8273, the sentiment is Positive. The current price of 3000 is above the 20-day moving average (MA) of 1035.00, above the 50-day MA of 1026.25, and above the 200-day MA of 1023.91, indicating a bullish trend. The MACD of 14.62 indicates Negative momentum. The RSI at 62.17 is Neutral, neither overbought nor oversold. The STOCH value of 85.14 is Negative, not indicating any strong overbought or oversold conditions. Overall, these indicators collectively point to a Positive sentiment for JP:8273.

Izumi 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
79
Outperform
¥209.44B7.252.18%6.30%27.88%
73
Outperform
¥213.16B18.467.56%2.70%2.28%3.61%
63
Neutral
¥229.20B17.323.01%18.89%-34.43%
61
Neutral
$18.38B12.79-2.54%3.03%1.52%-15.83%
58
Neutral
¥191.78B-33.751.77%30.67%
57
Neutral
¥194.35B8.931.44%1.48%-33.32%
49
Neutral
¥4.99T82.872.27%0.52%4.92%1.25%
* Consumer Cyclical Sector Average
Performance Comparison
Ticker
Company Name
Price
Change
% Change
JP:8273
Izumi Co., Ltd.
1,067.00
-4.57
-0.43%
JP:8267
AEON Co
1,763.00
462.20
35.53%
JP:2659
SAN-A CO
3,390.00
667.13
24.50%
JP:3222
United Super Markets Holdings, Inc.
925.00
21.84
2.42%
JP:8278
Fuji Co., Ltd.
2,242.00
235.66
11.75%
JP:9956
Valor Holdings Co., Ltd.
3,900.00
1,467.94
60.36%

Izumi Co., Ltd. Corporate Events

Izumi Completes ¥1.8 Billion Share Buyback to Boost Capital Efficiency
Jan 14, 2026
Izumi Co., Ltd. has completed the repurchase of 600,000 of its own common shares, equivalent to 0.85% of its outstanding shares (excluding treasury stock), for a total acquisition price of 1.824 billion yen through the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s...
Izumi Sets Price for Up to ¥1.8 Billion Share Buyback via ToSTNeT-3
Jan 13, 2026
Izumi Co., Ltd. has set the purchase price for its planned share buyback at 3,040 yen per share, matching the January 13, 2026 closing price, under the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s off-auction own share repurchase trading system (ToSTNeT-3). The c...
Izumi to Buy Back Up to ¥2.2 Billion in Shares via ToSTNeT-3
Jan 13, 2026
Izumi Co., Ltd. has resolved at its board meeting on January 13, 2026 to acquire up to 600,000 of its own common shares, equivalent to 0.85% of its outstanding shares (excluding treasury shares), for a maximum total of ¥2.232 billion. The sha...
Izumi Co., Ltd. Delivers Revenue Growth as Retail-Peripheral Businesses Boost Earnings Mix
Jan 13, 2026
Izumi Co., Ltd. reported solid top-line growth for the third quarter and full-year periods, with operating revenue rising to ¥416.9 billion for the latest nine-month period (up 11.7% year on year) and ¥524.1 billion for the full term, dr...
Izumi Co., Ltd. Announces Strategic Company Split to Enhance Efficiency
Dec 9, 2025
Izumi Co., Ltd. announced a strategic move to transfer the operations of Youme Mart Shimonoseki Station to its wholly-owned subsidiary, Youme Mart Kitakyushu Co., Ltd., through an absorption-type company split. This decision aims to enhance operat...
Izumi Co., Ltd. Announces Stock Split and Shareholder Program Changes
Dec 9, 2025
Izumi Co., Ltd. has announced a stock split, amendments to its Articles of Incorporation, and changes to its shareholder benefit program. The stock split aims to increase liquidity and attract a broader investor base by reducing the price per inve...
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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: Jan 15, 2026