GAKUJO Co., Ltd. (JP:2301)
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2301 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1777.00
-¥15.00(-0.69%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1777.00
-¥15.00(-0.69%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,520.00 - ¥1,948.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume45.20K
Average Volume (3M)174.22K
Market Cap
¥21.88B
Enterprise Value¥17.00B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥5.13B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥0.00
Price to Earnings (P/E)12.6
Beta0.73
Next Earnings
Sep 14, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.79%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)143.47
Shares Outstanding15,560,000
10 Day Avg. Volume120,480
30 Day Avg. Volume174,223
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.89
Price to Book (P/B)1.47
Price to Sales (P/S)1.98
P/FCF Ratio11.56
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusN/A
Number of Analyst Covering0
EPS Forecast (FY)184.8
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥13.30B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Debt-free Balance SheetA debt-free balance sheet materially reduces financial risk and preserves strategic optionality. For a staffing/HR services firm, low leverage supports stable operations through hiring cycles, enables opportunistic investment or share returns, and strengthens resilience to downturns.
High And Sustained ProfitabilityHigh gross and operating margins indicate durable unit economics in student-to-employer matching. Such margin structure supports reinvestment in product and sales, funds payout capacity, and creates a competitive buffer versus lower-margin peers in the staffing industry.
Very Strong Free Cash Flow ConversionNear-100% FCF conversion and a large year-over-year increase signal high earnings quality and internal funding capacity. Reliable FCF supports dividends, capex, or M&A without relying on external financing, reinforcing long-term capital allocation flexibility.
Bears Say
Slowing Revenue GrowthTop-line growth slowing to ~3% after multi-year expansion reduces the runway for earnings growth. If structural demand or market share gains have moderated, management must drive new channels or services to sustain EPS and return expansion over the coming 2–6 months and beyond.
Margin And Return CompressionRecent margin and ROE softening implies incremental capital is earning less than prior periods. Sustained compression would reduce internal funding power and could force tougher allocation decisions, undermining long-term return profiles unless margins stabilize or recover.
Volatility In Operating Cash ConversionYear-to-year swings in operating cash flow, despite strong FCF in the latest year, weaken predictability of free cash availability. This variability can complicate planning for dividends, hiring, or growth investments and raises execution risk on cash-funded initiatives.
GAKUJO Co., Ltd. News
2301 FAQ
What was GAKUJO Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
GAKUJO Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥1520.00 and its highest was ¥1948.00 in the past 12 months.
What is GAKUJO Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
GAKUJO Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥21.88B.
When is GAKUJO Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
GAKUJO Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 14, 2026 which is in 97 days.
How were GAKUJO Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
GAKUJO Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Jun 08, 2026. The company reported ¥55.13 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥55.13.
Is GAKUJO Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts GAKUJO Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does GAKUJO Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
GAKUJO Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥38 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.79%. See more information on GAKUJO Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is GAKUJO Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
GAKUJO Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does GAKUJO Co., Ltd. have?
GAKUJO Co., Ltd. has 15,560,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to GAKUJO Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
GAKUJO Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥55.13 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.027%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of GAKUJO Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:2301
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Company Description
GAKUJO Co., Ltd.
Gakujo Co., Ltd. delivers extensive human resources and talent acquisition solutions throughout Japan. The firm's offerings encompass a broad spectrum of services, including dedicated recruitment assistance for both recent graduates and seasoned professionals, general employment support, and the organization of career transition events for job seekers. Additionally, they provide guidance for internships, professional training programs, the creation of recruiting materials, alongside offering recruitment outsourcing and advertising services. Founded in 1976, Gakujo's corporate headquarters are situated in Tokyo, Japan.
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