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Ministop Co., Ltd. (JP:9946)
:9946
Japanese Market
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Ministop Co., Ltd. (9946) Price & Analysis

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9946 Stock Chart & Stats

¥2155.00
-¥11.00(-0.66%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥2155.00
-¥11.00(-0.66%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue RecoveryTop-line growth of roughly 10% in each of 2025–2026 demonstrates renewed demand and execution in core convenience operations. Sustained revenue momentum strengthens scale economics, supports supplier negotiation power and provides a runway to absorb restructuring or invest in higher‑margin prepared food initiatives over coming months.
Low Financial LeverageMinimal debt exposure materially lowers solvency risk and preserves financial optionality. A conservatively levered balance sheet gives management time to execute a turnaround without near‑term refinancing stress, and it enables strategic investments or targeted store support that can shore up long‑term franchise and store economics.
Improving Operating Cash FlowPositive operating cash flow in the last two years indicates underlying retail operations are beginning to generate actual cash despite accounting losses. This durable cash generation improves liquidity, funds working capital and incremental store investments, and reduces reliance on external financing while management pursues margin fixes.
Bears Say
Persistent LossesContinued operating and net losses signal structural margin pressure below gross profit, indicating cost and operating inefficiencies or unprofitable store mix. Persistent deficits erode stakeholder confidence and require substantive operational fixes or portfolio changes to restore sustained profitability beyond short‑term revenue gains.
Eroding Equity BaseA falling equity base reflects cumulative losses and reduces the firm's capital buffer against shocks. Diminished shareholder equity limits flexibility for investment, weakens credit metrics despite low nominal debt, and can constrain support for franchisees or store refurbishments needed to sustain long‑term competitiveness.
Negative Free Cash FlowPersistent negative free cash flow shows that operating cash is not covering investing needs, implying the company must rely on balance sheet resources or external funding. This structural cash deficit hinders the ability to finance growth, remodel stores, or absorb continued losses without dilutive or debt financing actions.

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9946 FAQ

What was Ministop Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Ministop Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥1736.00 and its highest was ¥2198.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Ministop Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Ministop Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥54.36B.
      When is Ministop Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Ministop Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 14, 2026 which is in 68 days.
        How were Ministop Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Ministop Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Jul 08, 2026. The company reported -¥79.58 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -¥79.58.
          Is Ministop Co., Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Ministop Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Ministop Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Ministop Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥10 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.07%. See more information on Ministop Co., Ltd. dividends here
              What is Ministop Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Ministop Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Ministop Co., Ltd. have?
              Ministop Co., Ltd. has 29,372,774 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Ministop Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Ministop Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of -¥79.58 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.756%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Ministop Co., Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9946
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Ministop Co., Ltd.

                    MINISTOP Co., Ltd. engages in the development and franchising of convenience store chains under the MINISTOP brand name in Japan and internationally. MINISTOP Co., Ltd. was incorporated in 1980 and is headquartered in Chiba, Japan.

                    Ministop Co., Ltd. (9946) Earnings & Revenues

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