Japan Specialist

Mark Chadwick

Over 20 years experience in equities and asset management in Asia and Japan. Qualified CFA with experience analyzing companies as a buy-side analyst. In-depth knowledge of company fundamental analysis, corporate governance and valuations.

Fanuc (6954) | Earnings Miss; Guidance Slashed

Equity Bottom-Up

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<li>Fanuc reported a -7% decline in revenue for FY3/24 and 26% decline in operating profit. </li>
<li>The market will be disappointed by guidance for a further fall on the top line and 15% decline in profits as margins hit an all time low</li>
<li>The valuation of 30x EV / EBIT suggests the market was hoping for a turnaround in profits this year. That recovery has now been pushed back</li>
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Fanuc reported a -7% decline in revenue for FY3/24 and 26% decline in operating profit. 
The market will be disappointed by guidance for a further fall on the top line and 15% decline in profits as margins hit an all time low
The valuation of 30x EV / EBIT suggests the market was hoping for a turnaround in profits this year. That recovery has now been pushed back


Fanuc (6954) | Profitability Problems Persist

Fanuc Corp

Fanuc (6954) | Profitability Problems Persist