Consistent Revenue GrowthSteady ~4% annual revenue growth reflects durable demand for MicroAd's digital marketing services and gradual market penetration. Over 2-6 months this supports predictable top-line expansion, allowing reinvestment in product and sales while reducing reliance on volatile one-off deals.

Improved Leverage / Balance SheetA lower debt-to-equity of 0.77 signals healthier leverage and greater financial flexibility. This durable improvement reduces refinancing risk, supports investment or buyback options, and strengthens the company's ability to navigate cyclical ad spend shifts over the medium term.

Strong Cash ConversionFCF to net income near 0.89 indicates the business converts accounting profits into cash effectively. Persistent cash generation underpins capacity for capex, product development, and selective M&A without relying heavily on external funding, a durable support for strategic initiatives.

Bears Say

Very Low Net Profit MarginA net margin of ~1.24% leaves minimal buffer against cost inflation, client churn, or pricing pressure. Structurally thin profitability constrains the firm's ability to fund growth, absorb shocks, and deliver shareholder returns without sustained margin recovery or significant scale benefits.

Declining Operating MarginsFalling EBIT/EBITDA margins point to rising operating costs or weakening pricing power. This reduces operating leverage and long-term scalability, making it harder to translate revenue growth into durable profit improvement absent cost control or higher-margin service mix.

Volatile Free Cash Flow GrowthVolatility in free cash flow growth adds uncertainty to capital allocation and investment planning. Even with good cash conversion now, inconsistent FCF trends complicate budgeting for R&D, sales expansion, or dividends and increases execution risk over a multi-quarter horizon.

9553 FAQ

What was MicroAd, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?

MicroAd, Inc. lowest stock price was ¥226.00 and its highest was ¥879.00 in the past 12 months.

What is MicroAd, Inc.’s market cap?

MicroAd, Inc.’s market cap is ¥21.79B.

When is MicroAd, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?

MicroAd, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 20, 2026 which is in 86 days.

How were MicroAd, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?

MicroAd, Inc. released its earnings results on Feb 13, 2026. The company reported ¥11.13 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥11.13.

Is MicroAd, Inc. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts MicroAd, Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does MicroAd, Inc. pay dividends?

MicroAd, Inc. does not currently pay dividends.

What is MicroAd, Inc.’s EPS estimate?

MicroAd, Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does MicroAd, Inc. have?

MicroAd, Inc. has 27,831,354 shares outstanding.

What happened to MicroAd, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

MicroAd, Inc. reported an EPS of ¥11.13 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -7.031%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of MicroAd, Inc.?

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Company Description

MicroAd, Inc.

MicroAd, Inc. operates an advertising platform that connects advertisers and the media in Japan. It offers Universe Ads, an advertising platform that accelerates data marketing; and MicroAd COMPASS, a supply-side platform that enhances ad value for advertisers and media, as well as other advertising services. The company was founded in 2007 and is based in Tokyo, Japan. MicroAd, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of CyberAgent Inc.