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156A57

Material Group Inc

Advertising & MarketingVerified
Score breakdown
Profitability+35Sentiment+30Missing signals-3
Quality breakdown
Key fields100Profile38Conclusion98AI synthesis40Observations3

Material Group Inc maintains a strong liquidity position, with a current ratio of 1.57 and cash and equivalents amounting to ¥1.26 billion, which is well above the industry median for liquidity. The company's debt-to-equity ratio is 0.11, indicating a conservative capital structure with minimal leverage [doc:156A.T-ValuationSnapshot]. Free cash flow stands at ¥301.4 million, supporting operational flexibility and potential reinvestment [doc:156A.T-FinancialSnapshot]. Profitability metrics show a return on equity (ROE) of 21.73% and a return on assets (ROA) of 12.04%, both of which are strong relative to the industry median. These figures suggest that the company is effectively utilizing its equity and asset base to generate returns [doc:156A.T-ValuationSnapshot]. The operating margin, while not explicitly provided, can be inferred to be robust given the high ROE and ROA. The company's revenue is derived from three primary segments: public relations consulting, digital marketing, and PR platform services. The PR platform business, which includes the CLOUD PRESS ROOM, appears to be a key differentiator, offering a digital solution for media engagement. However, the company's geographic exposure is concentrated in Japan, with no disclosed international operations, which may limit its growth potential in more diversified markets [doc:156A.T-Description]. Looking ahead, the company is expected to maintain a stable growth trajectory, with no immediate filing-based liquidity or dilution flags detected. The risk assessment indicates low liquidity and dilution risk, suggesting that the company is not currently under pressure to raise additional capital or issue new shares [doc:156A.T-RiskAssessment]. The outlook for the next fiscal year is not explicitly provided, but the company's strong cash position and low debt suggest a conservative and stable financial strategy. Recent events, including filings and transcripts, have not indicated any significant changes in the company's strategic direction or financial health. The company's focus on digital marketing and PR platform services aligns with current industry trends, particularly the increasing importance of digital engagement and media connectivity [doc:156A.T-Description]. The company's risk profile is characterized by low liquidity and dilution risk, with no immediate filing-based flags detected. The risk assessment does not indicate any significant exposure to dilution, and the company's capital structure remains stable. The absence of dilution risk is supported by the low debt-to-equity ratio and strong cash reserves [doc:156A.T-RiskAssessment].

30-day price · 156A-29.00 (-3.4%)
Low$819.00High$934.00Close$822.00As of7 May, 00:00 UTC
Profile
CompanyMaterial Group Inc
Ticker156A.T
SectorConsumer Cyclicals
BusinessCyclical Consumer Services
Industry groupCyclical Consumer Services
IndustryAdvertising & Marketing
AI analysis

Business. Material Group Inc is a Japan-based company that operates in the advertising and marketing industry, providing public relations consulting, digital marketing, and a PR platform through which it connects with media and stakeholders [doc:156A.T-Description].

Classification. Material Group Inc is classified under the Advertising & Marketing industry within the Consumer Cyclicals economic sector, with a confidence level of 0.92 [doc:156A.T-Classification].

Material Group Inc maintains a strong liquidity position, with a current ratio of 1.57 and cash and equivalents amounting to ¥1.26 billion, which is well above the industry median for liquidity. The company's debt-to-equity ratio is 0.11, indicating a conservative capital structure with minimal leverage [doc:156A.T-ValuationSnapshot]. Free cash flow stands at ¥301.4 million, supporting operational flexibility and potential reinvestment [doc:156A.T-FinancialSnapshot]. Profitability metrics show a return on equity (ROE) of 21.73% and a return on assets (ROA) of 12.04%, both of which are strong relative to the industry median. These figures suggest that the company is effectively utilizing its equity and asset base to generate returns [doc:156A.T-ValuationSnapshot]. The operating margin, while not explicitly provided, can be inferred to be robust given the high ROE and ROA. The company's revenue is derived from three primary segments: public relations consulting, digital marketing, and PR platform services. The PR platform business, which includes the CLOUD PRESS ROOM, appears to be a key differentiator, offering a digital solution for media engagement. However, the company's geographic exposure is concentrated in Japan, with no disclosed international operations, which may limit its growth potential in more diversified markets [doc:156A.T-Description]. Looking ahead, the company is expected to maintain a stable growth trajectory, with no immediate filing-based liquidity or dilution flags detected. The risk assessment indicates low liquidity and dilution risk, suggesting that the company is not currently under pressure to raise additional capital or issue new shares [doc:156A.T-RiskAssessment]. The outlook for the next fiscal year is not explicitly provided, but the company's strong cash position and low debt suggest a conservative and stable financial strategy. Recent events, including filings and transcripts, have not indicated any significant changes in the company's strategic direction or financial health. The company's focus on digital marketing and PR platform services aligns with current industry trends, particularly the increasing importance of digital engagement and media connectivity [doc:156A.T-Description]. The company's risk profile is characterized by low liquidity and dilution risk, with no immediate filing-based flags detected. The risk assessment does not indicate any significant exposure to dilution, and the company's capital structure remains stable. The absence of dilution risk is supported by the low debt-to-equity ratio and strong cash reserves [doc:156A.T-RiskAssessment].
Key takeaways
  • Material Group Inc has a strong liquidity position with a current ratio of 1.57 and ¥1.26 billion in cash and equivalents.
  • The company's return on equity (21.73%) and return on assets (12.04%) are strong indicators of effective capital utilization.
  • The company's business is concentrated in Japan, with no disclosed international operations, which may limit its growth potential.
  • The company's risk profile is characterized by low liquidity and dilution risk, with no immediate filing-based flags detected.
  • The company's focus on digital marketing and PR platform services aligns with current industry trends.
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Financial snapshot
PeriodHA-latest
CurrencyJPY
Revenue$6.29B
Gross profit$3.85B
Operating income$832.5M
Net income$468.9M
R&D
SG&A
D&A
SBC
Operating cash flow$694.2M
CapEx-$45.0M
Free cash flow$301.4M
Total assets$3.90B
Total liabilities$1.74B
Total equity$2.16B
Cash & equivalents$1.26B
Long-term debt$228.0M
Annual history (last 5)
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Quarterly history (last 4)
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Valuation
Market price
Market cap
Enterprise value
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Reported non-GAAP P/E
EV/Revenue
EV/Op income
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P/B
P/Tangible book
Tangible book$2.16B
Net cash$1.03B
Current ratio1.6
Debt/Equity0.1
ROA12.0%
ROE21.7%
Cash conversion1.5%
CapEx/Revenue-0.7%
SBC/Revenue
Asset intensity
Dilution ratio0.0%
Risk assessment
Dilution riskLow
Liquidity riskLow
  • No immediate filing-based liquidity or dilution flags were detected.
Industry benchmarks
Activity: Advertising & Marketing · cohort 1 companies
Metric156AActivity
Op margin13.2%2.0% medp25 2.0% · p75 2.0%top quartile
Net margin7.5%-8.4% medp25 -8.4% · p75 -8.4%top quartile
Gross margin61.2%39.1% medp25 21.0% · p75 60.6%top quartile
CapEx / revenue-0.7%0.8% medp25 0.8% · p75 0.8%bottom quartile
Debt / equity11.0%354.4% medp25 354.4% · p75 354.4%bottom quartile
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