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WOWOW INC. (JP:4839)
:4839
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WOWOW INC. (4839) Price & Analysis

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4839 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1489.00
-¥9.00(-0.90%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1489.00
-¥9.00(-0.90%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Strong Balance SheetVery low leverage and a sizable equity base give WOWOW durable financial flexibility. Minimal debt lowers default and interest risks, enabling the company to fund content, marketing, or strategic moves from internal resources and weather cyclical subscriber swings over the next several months.
Subscription-based Recurring RevenueA subscription pay-TV model provides predictable, recurring cash inflows and higher customer retention than one-off sales. This steady revenue base supports planning for programming investments and licensing deals, improving mid-term revenue visibility and resilience versus ad-driven models.
Improving Cash GenerationRecent year-over-year improvements in operating and free cash flow strengthen the company’s ability to self-fund content, capex, or shareholder returns without immediate external financing. Improved cash conversion enhances near-term operational flexibility and supports strategic investments.
Bears Say
Weakened Profitability And Margin CompressionEarnings and margins have deteriorated materially from 2021–2022 levels and only partially recovered in 2026. Lower profitability reduces return on equity and limits internally available funds for content and growth, making sustained recovery dependent on structural margin improvement.
Flat Revenue TrajectoryMulti-year flat top-line growth indicates limited organic expansion or pricing power. Without clear revenue drivers, durable earnings growth must come from cost cuts or hit-driven content, increasing execution risk and constraining long-term upside from the core subscriber base.
Volatile Historical Cash FlowsPast swings in free cash flow raise uncertainty about the sustainability of recent improvements. Cash volatility complicates multi-year content commitments and budgeting, and raises the risk that future negative swings could force financing, reduce investment, or pressure distributions to shareholders.

WOWOW INC. News

4839 FAQ

What was WOWOW INC.’s price range in the past 12 months?
WOWOW INC. lowest stock price was ¥965.00 and its highest was ¥1920.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is WOWOW INC.’s market cap?
    WOWOW INC.’s market cap is ¥27.58B.
      When is WOWOW INC.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      WOWOW INC.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 31, 2026 which is tomorrow.
        How were WOWOW INC.’s earnings last quarter?
        WOWOW INC. released its earnings results on May 15, 2026. The company reported -¥67.43 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
          Is WOWOW INC. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts WOWOW INC.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does WOWOW INC. pay dividends?
            WOWOW INC. pays a Annually dividend of ¥30 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.91%. See more information on WOWOW INC. dividends here
              What is WOWOW INC.’s EPS estimate?
              WOWOW INC.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does WOWOW INC. have?
              WOWOW INC. has 28,844,400 shares outstanding.
                What happened to WOWOW INC.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                WOWOW INC. reported an EPS of -¥67.43 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.383%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of WOWOW INC.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4839
                  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

                    WOWOW INC.

                    Based in Tokyo, Japan, Wowow Inc. is a media enterprise specializing in broadcasting and related offerings throughout the country. The company is involved in both acquiring and producing program content, which it disseminates via multiple platforms, including satellite television, cable networks, satellite communication broadcasts, and internet protocol television (IPTV). Moreover, Wowow Inc. oversees the operation of three dedicated channels that feature a wide array of programming, such as movies, musical performances, and documentary films. In addition to its media distribution, the firm also provides telemarketing solutions. Founded in 1984, the company was initially named Satellite Broadcasting, Inc. before officially rebranding as Wowow Inc. in December 2000.

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