Tokai Kisen Co Ltd

Tokai Kisen's capital structure is highly leveraged, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 3.02, indicating a significant reliance on debt financing. The company's liquidity position is moderate, as evidenced by a current ratio of 1.2, suggesting it can cover its short-term obligations but with limited buffer. Despite holding JPY 4.69 billion in cash and equivalents, the company's long-term debt of JPY 13.01 billion results in a negative net cash position, raising concerns about its ability to meet long-term obligations.

Profitability metrics are weak, with a return on equity of -3.13% and a return on assets of -0.59%, both significantly below the industry median for marine freight and logistics firms. The company reported an operating loss of JPY 152.91 million and a net loss of JPY 134.64 million, indicating a failure to generate positive returns from its core operations.

Geographically, the company's revenue is concentrated in Japan, with no disclosed international segments, making it vulnerable to domestic economic fluctuations. The lack of segmental breakdown in the financial data limits the ability to assess the performance of different business lines or regions.

Growth prospects appear muted, with the company's revenue of JPY 31.34 billion in the latest period showing no clear upward trajectory. Analyst estimates for revenue and EPS are based on historical performance, with no indication of future growth. The absence of disclosed capital expenditures or R&D investments further suggests a lack of strategic initiatives to drive future expansion.

Risk factors include a high debt load and negative net cash position, which could limit the company's flexibility in responding to market changes. The risk assessment indicates a low probability of dilution in the near term, but the company's financial position could deteriorate if operating performance does not improve. No recent filings or transcripts were provided to indicate any material developments or strategic shifts.

Recent financial filings and investor relations data do not highlight any significant events or strategic initiatives that could alter the company's trajectory. The absence of disclosed capital raising or restructuring plans suggests the company is not actively addressing its financial challenges.

Free cash flow surged 40% year-over-year to JPY 1.26 billion in FY2026, demonstrating strong cash generation capabilities.

Operating income expanded 16.5% to JPY 679.6 million in FY2026, indicating improved core operational profitability.

Long-term debt decreased to JPY 10.29 billion in FY2026, reflecting a consistent deleveraging trend over the past four years.

Net income grew 25.3% to JPY 368.1 million in FY2026, marking a significant recovery from previous losses.

Revenue maintained a 7.2% compound annual growth rate over the last four years, showing top-line expansion.

The company carries a high credit risk flag, signaling potential difficulties in meeting financial obligations.

With a debt-to-equity ratio of 3.02, the firm is significantly more leveraged than the cohort median of 0.32.

Return on equity of -3.1% ranks in the bottom quartile, underperforming the 4.5% cohort median significantly.

Medium liquidity risk suggests potential challenges in meeting short-term financial obligations efficiently.

Revenue ¥3.29B, −0,1% YoY; Operating income +1 573,8% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥3.29B, −0,1% YoY
• ▍Operating income +1 573,8% YoY
• ▍Net income +1 840,5% YoY
• ▍Net margin 3.9%

Revenue ¥4.35B, −8,4% YoY; Operating income −11,8% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥4.35B, −8,4% YoY
• ▍Operating income −11,8% YoY
• ▍Net income −11,3% YoY
• ▍Net margin 14.1%

Revenue ¥3.37B, −1,6% YoY; Operating income −33,6% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥3.37B, −1,6% YoY
• ▍Operating income −33,6% YoY
• ▍Net income −22,8% YoY
• ▍Net margin -9.3%

Revenue ¥3.27B, +4,5% YoY; Operating income +79,1% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥3.27B, +4,5% YoY
• ▍Operating income +79,1% YoY
• ▍Net income +55,4% YoY
• ▍Net margin -1.8%

Revenue ¥3.30B; Operating income -¥16.5M.

• ▍Revenue ¥3.30B
• ▍Operating income -¥16.5M
• ▍Net margin -0.2%

Revenue ¥4.75B; Operating income ¥1.18B.

• ▍Revenue ¥4.75B
• ▍Operating income ¥1.18B
• ▍Net margin 14.6%

Revenue ¥3.42B; Operating income -¥429.6M.

• ▍Revenue ¥3.42B
• ▍Operating income -¥429.6M
• ▍Net margin -7.5%

Revenue ¥3.13B; Operating income -¥152.9M.

• ▍Revenue ¥3.13B
• ▍Operating income -¥152.9M
• ▍Net margin -4.3%

Revenue ¥14.29B, −2,2% YoY; Operating income +16,5% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥14.29B, −2,2% YoY
• ▍Operating income +16,5% YoY
• ▍Net income +25,3% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow +40,0% YoY
• ▍Net margin 2.6%

Revenue ¥14.60B, +10,8% YoY; Operating income +187,9% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥14.60B, +10,8% YoY
• ▍Operating income +187,9% YoY
• ▍Net income +150,6% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow +129,8% YoY
• ▍Net margin 2.0%

Revenue ¥13.18B, −5,4% YoY; Operating income −291,0% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥13.18B, −5,4% YoY
• ▍Operating income −291,0% YoY
• ▍Net income −421,2% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow −58,6% YoY
• ▍Net margin -4.4%

Revenue ¥13.93B, +28,9% YoY; Operating income +71,7% YoY.

• ▍Revenue ¥13.93B, +28,9% YoY
• ▍Operating income +71,7% YoY
• ▍Net income +330,9% YoY
• ▍Free cash flow +29,6% YoY
• ▍Net margin 1.3%