Revenue RecoveryKNT-CT shows a clear recovery trajectory with roughly 7.5%-8% revenue growth and positive net margins. Sustained top-line growth and returning profitability indicate restored demand and better cost control, supporting durable cash generation and reinvestment capacity over coming quarters.

Very Low Financial LeverageA debt-to-equity ratio of zero implies minimal leverage, giving the company strong financial flexibility to fund marketing, product development, or absorb travel demand shocks without constrained interest costs. This structural strength supports resilience across cycles.

Strong Free Cash Flow GrowthRobust free cash flow growth and an FCF-to-net-income ratio near 0.82 indicate the business is converting a meaningful portion of earnings into cash. That improves capacity to fund capex, strategic initiatives, or build reserves, a durable positive for long-term operations.

Bears Say

Poor Operating Cash ConversionOperating cash flow has fallen sharply and the OCF-to-net-income ratio is very low (~0.05), signalling earnings are not converting to cash. Over months this can limit funding for growth, force reliance on equity or asset sales, and reduce operational flexibility when demand softens.

Margin PressureA multi-year decline in gross margin and persistently low operating margins constrain the firm's ability to absorb cost inflation or invest in differentiation. Structural margin pressure requires sustained efficiency gains or pricing power to maintain long-term profitability.

High Seasonality And Demand SensitivityThe travel business is structurally seasonal and sensitive to events, producing revenue and cash flow volatility across quarters. Over a 2-6 month horizon this makes planning, capacity utilization and liquidity management more challenging, requiring diversification or stronger corporate demand to smooth cycles.

9726 FAQ

What was KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥969.00 and its highest was ¥1919.00 in the past 12 months.

What is KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥46.78B.

When is KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Feb 10, 2026 which is in 5 days.

How were KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Nov 12, 2025. The company reported ¥26.2 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥26.2.

Is KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd. does not currently pay dividends.

What is KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd. have?

KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd. has 27,331,013 shares outstanding.

What happened to KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥26.2 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.199%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9726

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Company Description

KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd.

KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, provides travel services in Japan. It also sells airline tickets; and offers reinsurance underinsurance products. The company was formerly known as Kinki Nippon Tourist Co., Ltd. and changed its name to KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd. in January 2013. KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd. was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. KNT-CT Holdings Co., Ltd. is a subsidiary of Kintetsu Group Holdings Co.,Ltd.