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CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. (3698) Price & Analysis

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3698 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1098.00

-¥13.00(-1.61%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥1098.00

-¥13.00(-1.61%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥899.00 - ¥1,616.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume6.60K

Average Volume (3M)21.35K

Market Cap

¥7.05B

Enterprise Value¥2.69B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥4.24B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥1.00B

Price to Earnings (P/E)18.2

Beta0.76

Next Earnings

Aug 06, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield2.13%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)80.51

Shares Outstanding5,578,150

10 Day Avg. Volume18,390

30 Day Avg. Volume21,349

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio0.46

Price to Book (P/B)1.82

Price to Sales (P/S)2.15

P/FCF Ratio8.90

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)95.7

Revenue Forecast (FY)¥4.00B

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Recurring Licensing ModelCRI’s core licensing plus maintenance model creates durable, contract-driven revenue and repeat business from game developers. Broad platform compatibility (console/PC/mobile) and ongoing support needs sustain long-term demand and predictable margin-rich cashflows across development cycles.

Low Financial LeverageLow debt levels reduce bankruptcy and refinancing risk and provide flexibility to invest in R&D or absorb cyclical downturns. A stable equity ratio supports strategic decisions—hiring, platform support, or selective M&A—without immediate stress on cash generation or capital structure.

Improved Profitability & MarginsTransitioning from loss to sustained positive net margins and stable EBIT/EBITDA indicates structural operating efficiency and pricing power in middleware licensing. This improvement underpins long-term cash generation and the ability to fund product development and client support without dilutive financing.

Bears Say

Recent Revenue DeclineA drop in top-line growth signals potential softness in license renewals or new adoption. Because middleware revenue depends on developer uptake and title release cycles, revenue declines can persist across quarters and pressure margins, limiting reinvestment and long-term growth prospects.

Free Cash Flow VolatilityIntermittent declines and volatility in free cash flow reduce the predictability of funding for R&D, platform updates, and dividends. For a software licensing firm, unstable FCF can force reliance on reserves or constrain strategic investments needed to maintain competitive middleware features.

Moderate Equity Growth / Limited ScaleOnly moderate growth in shareholders' equity, combined with a small employee base, suggests limited internal capital buildup and scale. This may constrain faster expansion of sales/engineering capacity or larger strategic investments needed to capture broader market share in a competitive middleware market.

3698 FAQ

What was CRI Middleware Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥899.00 and its highest was ¥1616.00 in the past 12 months.

What is CRI Middleware Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

CRI Middleware Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥7.05B.

When is CRI Middleware Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

CRI Middleware Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 06, 2026 which is in 35 days.

How were CRI Middleware Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 14, 2026. The company reported ¥37.56 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥37.56.

Is CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts CRI Middleware Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. pays a Annually dividend of ¥14 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.13%. See more information on CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. dividends here

What is CRI Middleware Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

CRI Middleware Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. have?

CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. has 5,578,150 shares outstanding.

What happened to CRI Middleware Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

CRI Middleware Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥37.56 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.096%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of CRI Middleware Co., Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3698

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Company Description

CRI Middleware Co., Ltd.

CRI Middleware Co., Ltd., established in Tokyo, Japan in 1983, specializes in delivering advanced audio and video technology solutions to the gaming sector. The company's key offerings include ADX, an audio middleware designed to empower sound designers and audio programmers, and Sofdec, a comprehensive multi-platform movie playback system. Sofdec incorporates both a high-compression video encoder and a versatile playback engine. These audio and video technologies are engineered for seamless integration with various game engines and are compatible with a broad spectrum of platforms, from major gaming consoles to mobile devices.