Japan Communications Inc. (JP:9424)
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9424 Stock Chart & Stats
¥146.00
-¥1.00(-0.81%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥146.00
-¥1.00(-0.81%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥111.00 - ¥177.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume2.21M
Average Volume (3M)3.03M
Market Cap
¥18.85B
Enterprise Value¥17.48B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥7.11B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥5.74B
Price to Earnings (P/E)24.8
Beta0.91
Next Earnings
Jul 30, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)4.59
Shares Outstanding166,838,750
10 Day Avg. Volume2,726,290
30 Day Avg. Volume3,033,013
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-2.65
Price to Book (P/B)4.61
Price to Sales (P/S)1.83
P/FCF Ratio21.59
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)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue Growth TrendSustained multi-year revenue growth reflects durable demand for the company’s MVNO services and widening customer adoption. Persistent top-line expansion supports scale economies, recurring subscription cashflows and reinvestment capacity, bolstering medium-term competitiveness and margin recovery potential.
Sustained Profitability TurnaroundTransition from loss-making to sustained profitability indicates lasting operational improvements and better unit economics. This demonstrates management execution and a viable business model, making earnings generation more predictable and supporting strategic investments and creditor confidence over the coming months.
Improved Balance Sheet/Modest LeverageMaterial deleveraging improves financial flexibility and reduces refinancing risk, giving the firm room for capex or targeted investments. A stronger equity base and modest leverage underpin credit stability and resilience to industry cyclicality, aiding execution of longer-term strategic plans.
Bears Say
Margin CompressionShrinking net, gross and operating margins point to structural cost pressure or retail pricing erosion in a competitive MVNO market. If higher wholesale network costs or pricing competition persist, margin recovery will be difficult, limiting sustainable free cash flow and reinvestment capacity over the medium term.
Weak Cash ConversionBelow-par cash conversion means reported profits translate poorly into free cash, reducing internal funding for growth or debt reduction. Persistent weak conversion heightens reliance on external financing and increases vulnerability to working-capital swings, constraining strategic flexibility.
Meaningful Debt & Volatile LeverageAlthough leverage is lower today, the prior sharp increase shows balance-sheet variability. Meaningful outstanding debt still creates interest and refinancing risk; recurring swings in leverage could limit long-term planning and leave the firm exposed if cash generation weakens further.
Japan Communications Inc. News
9424 FAQ
What was Japan Communications Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Japan Communications Inc. lowest stock price was ¥111.00 and its highest was ¥177.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Japan Communications Inc.’s market cap?
Japan Communications Inc.’s market cap is ¥18.85B.
When is Japan Communications Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Japan Communications Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 30, 2026 which is in 46 days.
How were Japan Communications Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Japan Communications Inc. released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported ¥0.333 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥0.333.
Is Japan Communications Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Japan Communications Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Japan Communications Inc. pay dividends?
Japan Communications Inc. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Japan Communications Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Japan Communications Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Japan Communications Inc. have?
Japan Communications Inc. has 166,838,750 shares outstanding.
What happened to Japan Communications Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Japan Communications Inc. reported an EPS of ¥0.333 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Japan Communications Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9424
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Company Description
Japan Communications Inc.
As a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO), Japan Communications Inc. offers mobile telecommunications services across Japan. Beyond this core offering, the company is involved in several other key areas: it develops and markets network security solutions, manages a FinTech platform, and actively engages in research and development for technologies supporting both MVNOs and Mobile Virtual Network Enablers (MVNEs). Established in 1996, Japan Communications Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Tokyo.
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