- Japan Post HD has increased its net income forecast for the fiscal year to 360 billion yen, up from the previous forecast of 280 billion yen.
- The profit attributable to owners of the parent company is expected to significantly exceed prior estimates.
- The company has revised its full-year consolidated performance forecast upwards.
- Japan Post HD has not made any changes to its dividend forecast despite the upward revision in earnings.
- On November 14, 2024, Japan Post Bank Co., Ltd. and Japan Post Insurance Co., Ltd., subsidiaries of Japan Post HD, raised their earnings forecasts due to an increase in investment income facilitated by a favorable investment environment.
- The overall full-year consolidated earnings forecast remained unchanged at that time due to uncertainties related to the impact of postal rate revisions on future profits and losses.
- Analyst ratings for Japan Post HD reveal 4 buys, 5 holds, and 0 sells.
- Comparative analyses are based on data directly from the company’s original reports.
Japan Post Holdings on Smartkarma
Analyst coverage on Japan Post Holdings on Smartkarma reveals contrasting sentiments. Arun George‘s bullish “Weekly Deals Digest” report highlights key ECM and Event-Driven developments, including Japan Post Bank’s placement among other notable names. On the other hand, Rikki Malik‘s bullish report titled “Japan Post Holdings – Guidance Continues to Underwhelm” discusses the company’s H1 results showing improvement without a raise in FY guidance. The financial subsidiaries benefited from interest rate increases, yet the holding company did not seem to reap similar rewards.
A look at Japan Post Holdings Smart Scores
| Factor | Score | Magnitude |
|---|---|---|
| Value | 5 | |
| Dividend | 4 | |
| Growth | 3 | |
| Resilience | 4 | |
| Momentum | 2 | |
| OVERALL SMART SCORE | 3.6 |
Smart Score is a compound score for the Company indicating its overall outlook. It is derived by taking an equally weighted average of underlying Factor scores computed by Smartkarma
Analysts using Smartkarma Smart Scores have indicated a positive long-term outlook for Japan Post Holdings, a company known for its diverse operations in post stations, banks, and insurance services. With a top score in the Value category and strong scores in Dividend and Resilience, Japan Post Holdings is seen as a solid investment option. Investors looking for stable returns and consistent dividends may find Japan Post Holdings appealing based on its overall performance in these areas.
While the company shows potential for value and resilience, analysts note a lower score in Momentum, indicating a slower growth trajectory. However, with a moderate score in Growth, Japan Post Holdings still offers opportunities for expansion and development in the future. Overall, the company’s strong fundamentals and commitment to value-oriented strategies position it well for long-term success in the market.
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