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CERES INC. (3696) Price & Analysis

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3696 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1943.00

-¥86.00(-2.93%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥1943.00

-¥86.00(-2.93%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥1,393.00 - ¥2,850.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume1.43M

Average Volume (3M)174.60K

Market Cap

¥25.72B

Enterprise Value¥21.72K

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥13.90B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥10.86B

Price to Earnings (P/E)12.4

Beta0.80

Next Earnings

Nov 11, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield2.71%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)178.54

Shares Outstanding12,187,300

10 Day Avg. Volume134,840

30 Day Avg. Volume174,596

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio0.13

Price to Book (P/B)1.68

Price to Sales (P/S)0.76

P/FCF Ratio12.67

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)506.5

Revenue Forecast (FY)¥35.76B

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Earnings Recovery And Improved ReturnsThe recovery from the 2022 earnings trough and stronger ROE indicate improved profitability and capital productivity. If sustained, these gains can strengthen reinvestment capacity and shareholder returns over the medium term.

Improved Free Cash FlowThe sharp improvement in 2025 free cash flow provides better support for dividends, debt service, and internal investment. It shows that earnings can translate into cash, although consistency across future periods remains important.

Manageable Leverage And Growing EquityModerate leverage and a growing equity base provide financial support for ongoing operations and investment. This balance-sheet position should help the company absorb ordinary earnings volatility without immediate financing pressure.

Bears Say

Volatile Revenue And Recent DeclineUneven revenue performance suggests demand or portfolio-mix instability. The 2025 decline could constrain operating leverage and make sustained profit growth harder unless the company restores consistent top-line expansion.

Margins Below Prior PeakAlthough profitability has recovered, the gap from the 2021 margin peak indicates that prior earnings efficiency has not been fully restored. This limits confidence in the durability of the current recovery and leaves room for further pressure.

Inconsistent Earnings-to-Cash ConversionChoppy operating cash generation raises concerns about working-capital swings and the reliability of reported earnings. Even with stronger 2025 free cash flow, inconsistent conversion could restrict financial flexibility if weakness recurs.

CERES INC. News

Ceres Launches Crypto-Based Shareholder Rewards to Boost CoinTrade Platform

CERES INC. ( ($JP:3696) ) just unveiled an update. Ceres Inc. has approved a new shareholder benefits program...

13d ago

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Ceres Releases Q2 and First-Half FY2026 Results Across Mobile and Financial Units

CERES INC. ( ($JP:3696) ) just unveiled an announcement. Ceres Inc. reported its consolidated results for the second...

24d ago

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Ceres Posts Higher Sales and Operating Profit but Lower Interim Net Income, Lifts Full-Year Outlook

CERES INC. ( ($JP:3696) ) just unveiled an announcement. Ceres Inc. reported consolidated net sales of ¥18.76 billion...

24d ago

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CERES Lifts 2026 Earnings Outlook on Strong Point Business and SQUIZ Contribution

CERES INC. ( ($JP:3696) ) has issued an update. CERES INC. has raised its full-year 2026 consolidated earnings...

1M ago

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CERES Builds Strategic Stake in Link-U Group Through Share Acquisition

CERES INC. ( ($JP:3696) ) has issued an announcement. CERES INC. has resolved to acquire shares of Link-U...

2M ago

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Ceres launches specified CVC fund to deepen investments in internet content

CERES INC. ( ($JP:3696) ) has shared an announcement. Ceres Inc. has approved the establishment of the Apollo...

2M ago

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Ceres to Exit bitbank Stake, Unlock ¥7.4 Billion for Buybacks and Crypto Growth

The latest update is out from CERES INC. ( ($JP:3696) ). Ceres Inc. has agreed to sell all...

2M ago

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Ceres Lifts Earnings and Dividend Outlook on Planned Sale of bitbank Stake

CERES INC. ( ($JP:3696) ) has issued an announcement. Ceres Inc. has agreed to sell its entire stake...

2M ago

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Ceres Secures ¥2 Billion MUFG Loan to Refinance SQUIZ Acquisition

The latest update is out from CERES INC. ( ($JP:3696) ). Ceres Inc. has approved a new unsecured,...

3M ago

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Ceres Completes Nearly ¥500 Million Share Buyback Program

CERES INC. ( ($JP:3696) ) has issued an update. Ceres Inc. has completed a scheduled acquisition of its...

3M ago

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3696 FAQ

What was CERES INC.’s price range in the past 12 months?

CERES INC. lowest stock price was ¥1393.00 and its highest was ¥2850.00 in the past 12 months.

What is CERES INC.’s market cap?

CERES INC.’s market cap is ¥25.72B.

When is CERES INC.’s upcoming earnings report date?

CERES INC.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 11, 2026 which is in 66 days.

How were CERES INC.’s earnings last quarter?

CERES INC. released its earnings results on Aug 13, 2026. The company reported ¥10.15 earnings per share for the quarter.

Is CERES INC. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts CERES INC.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does CERES INC. pay dividends?

CERES INC. pays a Notavailable dividend of ¥90 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.71%. See more information on CERES INC. dividends here

What is CERES INC.’s EPS estimate?

CERES INC.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does CERES INC. have?

CERES INC. has 12,187,300 shares outstanding.

What happened to CERES INC.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

CERES INC. reported an EPS of ¥10.15 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.145%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of CERES INC.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3696

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Company Description

CERES INC.

Established in Tokyo, Japan, in 2005, Ceres Inc. specializes in mobile and financial services. The company's offerings include Moppy, a prominent smartphone advertising platform where users accrue points redeemable for cash or digital currency. Beyond this, Ceres manages diverse content media websites, covering areas like smartphone gaming and investment real estate, and delivers up-to-date information. Its service portfolio further extends to include cryptocurrency/blockchain initiatives, online factoring solutions, and investment development projects.