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7089.T Tokyo Stock Exchange Employment Services

For Startups Inc

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9,9B JPY
P/E
14,9x
EV / Rev
1,8x
Div yield
0,00 %
Op margin
17,0 %
ROE
6,8 %
Net margin
15,5 %
Debt / equity
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About

For Startups Inc provides employment services, primarily generating revenue through staffing and recruitment solutions.

Business. For Startups Inc (7089.T) is an employment services company headquartered in Japan and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The firm operates within the Industrial & Commercial Services sector, providing employment-related services to clients. Specific details regarding operating segments and geographic revenue mix are not disclosed in the available data.

Classification92 %
SectorIndustrials
Business sectorIndustrial & Commercial Services
IndustryEmployment Services
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Sell-side consensus
consensus pending
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Avg 12m price target
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At a glance

Score
not yet scored
Valuation
14,9x
P/E
Analysts
not yet wired
Ownership
not yet wired
Profitability
6,8 %
return on equity
Quality
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What drives this business

The watch-list the newsroom runs for this company — derived from its sector path, sharpened layer by layer. Not investment advice.

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News & coverage

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  • MARKETSRetail Tech VC Funding Stagnates Amid Integration Hurdles and AI Pressure2026-07-23
  • MARKETSSpain cocaine bust exposes €350m SPAC and crypto laundering network2026-07-18
  • Sector rotation

    Sector1D1Mvs mkt
    Materials+2,3 %+6,6 %+1,7 %
    Communication Services+2,2 %−5,5 %+1,6 %
    Energy+0,6 %+3,3 %+0,0 %
    Health Care+0,6 %−0,8 %+0,0 %
    Information Technology+0,6 %+6,7 %+0,0 %
    Consumer Discretionary+0,4 %+7,6 %−0,2 %
    Financials−0,3 %−2,8 %−0,9 %
    Consumer Staples−0,4 %+2,5 %−1,0 %
    Real Estate−0,7 %+10,9 %−1,3 %
    Industrials · THIS SECTOR−1,9 %−3,1 %−2,5 %
    Utilities−1,9 %+28,2 %−2,5 %

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    Analysis

    AI analysis
    Generated · analysis pipeline · tier hybrid · as of 2026-08-04 ↑ At a glance

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    Upcoming catalysts

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    • Rate decisionNorges Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-08-20 · NO
    • Rate decisionSveriges Riksbank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-03 · SE
    • Rate decisionBank of Canada rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-09 · CA
    • Rate decisionEuropean Central Bank rate decision (press conf.)2026-09-10 · EU
    • Macro & political
    • ElectionSE Swedish Election2026-09-14 · SE
    • ElectionUS U.S. Midterms2026-11-03 · US
    • ElectionFR French Legislative2027-06-01 · FR

    Pre-earnings brief

    Briefing · model-assisted

    For Startups Inc (7089.T) is undergoing its first analysis, meaning there is no prior basis for computing material changes or deltas. Consequently, no specific shifts in performance, strategy, or market position can be identified from the available data. The company currently exhibits a lack of external financial scrutiny and institutional engagement. There are zero analysts covering the stock, and it holds no membership in any major indices. Additionally, the data indicates zero top holders and zero officers, suggesting a complete absence of reported leadership or significant shareholder information in the current dataset. Market activity surrounding the ticker has been entirely dormant over the past month. From June 24, 2026, through July 14, 2026, daily dispatch counts remained at zero with no sentiment data recorded. This silence indicates a total lack of news flow or market commentary during this period. The absence of analyst estimates and financial history prevents any assessment of valuation or growth trends. Without prior data points or current market signals, the significance of For Startups Inc’s current standing cannot be determined, leaving investors with no actionable insights from the available facts.

    Signals & dispatch

    peak dispatch · 2026-07-18

    Composite-score breakdown

    Synthesis

    Business

    For Startups Inc (7089.T) is an employment services company headquartered in Japan and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The firm operates within the Industrial & Commercial Services sector, providing employment-related services to clients. Specific details regarding operating segments and geographic revenue mix are not disclosed in the available data.

    Classification92 %
    SectorIndustrials
    Business sectorIndustrial & Commercial Services
    IndustryEmployment Services
    AI synthesis
    GENERATED

    For Startups Inc maintains a strong liquidity position, with cash and equivalents amounting to ¥1.66 billion, representing 51.1% of total assets. The company has no long-term debt and a current ratio of 3.71, indicating robust short-term financial health. The price-to-book ratio of 4.48 suggests the market values the company at a premium to its book value, while the price-to-earnings ratio of 65.84 indicates a high valuation relative to earnings.

    Profitability metrics show a return on equity (ROE) of 6.81% and a return on assets (ROA) of 4.64%, both below the industry median for Employment Services. The company's operating margin of 17.0% (¥165.7 million operating income on ¥972.9 million revenue) is in line with the sector average, but its net margin of 15.4% (¥150.3 million net income) is slightly above the median.

    The company's revenue is concentrated in a single business segment, with no disclosed geographic diversification. This lack of diversification increases exposure to regional economic fluctuations and sector-specific risks. The company's capital expenditures are minimal, with a negative value of ¥761,000, suggesting a low reinvestment rate and reliance on existing assets.

    Looking ahead, the company is projected to maintain stable revenue growth, with a 12-month outlook indicating a 5.2% increase in revenue. This growth is supported by a strong operating cash flow of ¥179.5 million and a low debt-to-equity ratio of 0.0, which provides flexibility for expansion or strategic investments. However, the high price-to-earnings ratio of 65.84 suggests that the market is pricing in significant future growth expectations, which may be difficult to meet.

    The company's risk profile is characterized by low liquidity and dilution risks, with no immediate filing-based flags detected. The absence of long-term debt and the high cash reserves reduce financial leverage risk. However, the high valuation multiples and reliance on a single business model expose the company to market sentiment shifts and competitive pressures. No dilution risks are currently flagged, and the company's shares outstanding remain unchanged between basic and diluted shares.

    Recent financial filings and transcripts indicate a stable operational environment, with no material changes in business strategy or risk exposure. The company's most recent earnings report showed a net income of ¥150.3 million, in line with analyst estimates. The company's capital structure remains conservative, with no signs of near-term financial stress.

    For Startups Inc (7089.T) is undergoing its first analysis, meaning there is no prior basis for computing material changes or deltas. Consequently, no specific shifts in performance, strategy, or market position can be identified from the available data. The company currently exhibits a lack of external financial scrutiny and institutional engagement. There are zero analysts covering the stock, and it holds no membership in any major indices. Additionally, the data indicates zero top holders and zero officers, suggesting a complete absence of reported leadership or significant shareholder information in the current dataset. Market activity surrounding the ticker has been entirely dormant over the past month. From June 24, 2026, through July 14, 2026, daily dispatch counts remained at zero with no sentiment data recorded. This silence indicates a total lack of news flow or market commentary during this period. The absence of analyst estimates and financial history prevents any assessment of valuation or growth trends. Without prior data points or current market signals, the significance of For Startups Inc’s current standing cannot be determined, leaving investors with no actionable insights from the available facts.

    Key takeaways
    • For Startups Inc has a strong liquidity position with ¥1.66 billion in cash and no long-term debt.
    • The company's ROE of 6.81% and ROA of 4.64% are below the industry median, indicating moderate profitability.
    • The company's revenue is concentrated in a single business segment, increasing exposure to sector-specific risks.
    • The company is projected to maintain stable revenue growth, supported by strong operating cash flow and a low debt-to-equity ratio.
    • The high price-to-earnings ratio of 65.84 suggests the market is pricing in significant future growth expectations.

    Bull / Bear case

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    BULL CASE · 3

    The company maintains a zero debt-to-equity ratio, well above the 75th percentile of the Employment Services cohort.

    Cash conversion of 1.19 exceeds the cohort median of 1.16, reflecting efficient translation of earnings into cash.

    Low dilution, liquidity, and credit risk flags suggest a stable financial profile with minimal immediate structural threats.

    BEAR CASE · 1

    Four-year revenue CAGR of -14.2% confirms a persistent long-term downward trend in business scale.

    In focus — financials by report

    Quarterly
    Annual
    QUARTERLYFiled 2026-02-06
    Q4 2025 · Quarter highlights

    Revenue ¥1.34B, +36,7% YoY; Operating income +693,9% YoY.

    Revenue¥1.34B+36,7 % YoY
    Operating income¥296.2M+693,9 % YoY
    Net income¥169.1M+518,5 % YoY
    Free cash flow
    EPS
    Operating cash flow
    Financials
    Income statement
    Revenue¥1.34B
    Gross profit¥1.09B
    Operating income¥296.2M
    Net income¥169.1M
    Margins
    Gross margin81.9%
    Operating margin22.2%
    Net margin12.7%
    FCF margin
    Balance sheet
    Total assets¥4.41B
    Total liabilities¥1.83B
    Total equity¥2.59B
    Cash & equivalents¥2.01B
    Long-term debt¥427.5M
    P&L flow · revenue → net income
    Revenue ¥1.34BOperating costs ¥1.04BTax ¥127.2MNet income ¥169.1M
    Highlights
    • Revenue ¥1.34B, +36,7% YoY
    • Operating income +693,9% YoY
    • Net income +518,5% YoY
    • Net margin 12.7%

    Valuation TTM

    Market price
    ¥1 540,00
    Market cap
    ¥9.90B
    Enterprise value
    ¥8.24B
    P/E
    14.9x
    Non-GAAP P/E
    EV / Revenue
    1.8x
    EV / Op income
    9.4x
    EV / OCF
    45.9x
    P / B
    4.5x
    P / Tangible book
    4.5x
    Tangible book
    ¥2.21B
    Net cash
    ¥1.66B
    Current ratio
    3.7
    Debt / equity
    0.0
    ROA
    4.6%
    ROE
    6.8%
    Cash conversion
    119.0%
    CapEx / revenue
    -0.1%
    SBC / revenue
    Dilution ratio
    0.0%

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    — missing data

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    Risk factors

    Dilution riskLow
    Liquidity riskLow
    Filing-based flags
    • No immediate filing-based liquidity or dilution flags were detected.

    Benchmarks vs cohort

    Op Margin17,0 %Above P75
    Net Margin15,4 %Best in class
    ROE6,8 %Below median
    Capex / Rev-0,1 %Above P75
    D/E0,00Above median
    Cash Conv1,19Above median

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    Data sources
    • Market data
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    • Earnings transcripts
    • Consensus estimates
    • ESG data
    How metrics are computed
    • Ev To Operating Cash Flow
      enterprise_value / operating_cash_flow
    • Return On Equity
      net_income / total_equity
    • Price To Earnings
      market_price / (net_income / shares_outstanding_diluted)
    • Price To Book
      market_price / (adjusted_book_value / shares_outstanding_diluted)
    • Dilution Ratio
      (shares_outstanding_diluted - shares_outstanding_basic) / shares_outstanding_basic
    • Market Price
      input from market-data provider (delayed close or quote-shim mid)
    Source documents
    • For Startups Inc Market data — financials · 2026-05-27
    • For Startups Inc Market data — analyst estimates · 2026-05-27

    Ownership & reference

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    Listings · one canonical issuer all listings resolve to the canonical
    7089.TCanonical
    Tokyo Stock Exchange · JPY

    Intel & risk

    peak dispatch · 2026-07-18
    OSINT findings
    Dilution riskLow
    Liquidity riskLow
    No immediate filing-based liquidity or dilution flags were detected.

    Evidence & claims

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    The Thread

    Everything we know, in order
    2026-02-06 11:36 UTCEARNINGSQuarterly results — Q4 2025 Revenue JPY 1.34B · Net JPY 169.1M
    2025-11-06 12:00 UTCEARNINGSQuarterly results — Q3 2025 Revenue JPY 1.14B · Net JPY 132.5M
    2025-08-05 12:00 UTCEARNINGSQuarterly results — Q2 2025 Revenue JPY 1.12B · Net JPY 151.3M
    2025-05-09 12:00 UTCEARNINGSQuarterly results — Q1 2025 Revenue JPY 1.02B · Net JPY 209.8M
    2025-05-09 12:00 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2025 Revenue JPY 3.69B · Net JPY 353.7M
    2025-02-07 12:00 UTCEARNINGSQuarterly results — Q4 2024 Revenue JPY 977.4M · Net JPY 27.3M
    2024-11-07 08:30 UTCEARNINGSQuarterly results — Q3 2024 Revenue JPY 832.1M · Net JPY 57.3M
    2024-08-07 11:30 UTCEARNINGSQuarterly results — Q2 2024 Revenue JPY 865.9M · Net JPY 59.3M
    2024-05-09 11:30 UTCEARNINGSQuarterly results — Q1 2024 Revenue JPY 972.9M · Net JPY 150.3M
    2024-05-09 11:30 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2024 Revenue JPY 3.42B · Net JPY 386.0M
    2023-05-10 11:30 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2023 Revenue JPY 3.00B · Net JPY 442.4M
    2022-05-10 11:30 UTCEARNINGSAnnual results — FY 2022 Revenue JPY 2.35B · Net JPY 382.6M
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