Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd.
9470
Rank in Stocks
#15400
Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd., a diversified Japanese corporation headquartered in... Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd., a diversified Japanese corporation headquartered in Tokyo and founded in 1947, operates extensively in publishing, education, and various other sectors both in Japan and globally. The company was formerly Gakken Co., Ltd., adopting its current name in October 2009. Its core publishing activities encompass a broad spectrum of literary and informational works, including children's books, study guides, dictionaries, general and technical volumes, practical manuals, magazines, and publications for library distribution. In the realm of education, Gakken delivers numerous programs designed to cultivate independent thought among learners, from preschool through high school. This includes general learning centers and cram schools, specialized science classrooms such as Kagaku Plus, piano lessons, and home tutoring services. They also develop educational materials for their centers and offer online classes. Furthermore, the company manages nurseries, after-school care facilities, and developmental support initiatives for children. Its product portfolio features educational toys, games, school supplies, playground equipment, picture books for young children, and resources for kindergartens, complemented by seminars for parents and classes for toddlers. For elementary and junior high school students, Gakken provides textbooks, supplemental learning materials, educational content (including films), and resources for welfare, health, and special needs education, alongside mock exams and essay writing aids. Beyond its educational and publishing ventures, Gakken is a prominent provider of elder care services, overseeing approximately 400 residential facilities for seniors. Their services extend to comprehensive home-based care, including nursing and daycare, and food delivery programs focused on promoting health and preventing the need for extensive care. The company's diverse operations also include the creation of web services and software for digitizing medical content, the design, development, and sale of stationery and various merchandise, and the provision of employment assistance, logistics, and office support services. Gakken Holdings also operates several research institutions.
Share Price
$6.37
Last synced: 2026-11-10
Market Cap
$265.31M
Change (1 day)
0.00%
Change (1 year)
-7.45%
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Consumer Defensive
Operating Margin for Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. (9470)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 4.31%
According to Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd.'s latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 4.31%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 4.14%.
Operating Margin history for Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. from 2007 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 4.31% | 4.11% |
| 2025 | 4.14% | 11.59% |
| 2024 | 3.71% | -1.33% |
| 2023 | 3.76% | -8.74% |
| 2022 | 4.12% | -0.48% |
| 2021 | 4.14% | 16.95% |
| 2020 | 3.54% | 9.94% |
| 2019 | 3.22% | -5.57% |
| 2018 | 3.41% | 3.02% |
| 2017 | 3.31% | 19.93% |
| 2016 | 2.76% | 65.27% |
| 2015 | 1.67% | 438.71% |
| 2014 | 0.31% | -87.03% |
| 2013 | 2.39% | -14.03% |
| 2012 | 2.78% | 15.35% |
| 2011 | 2.41% | 3.43% |
| 2010 | 2.33% | 0.00% |
| 2009 | 0.00% | -100.00% |
| 2008 | -0.64% | -76.30% |
| 2007 | -2.70% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11.76% | -97.27% |
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| 16.19% | -96.24% |
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| 5.99% | -98.61% |
US
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| 25.82% | -94.01% |
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| 19.76% | -95.42% |
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd.'s operating margin
What is Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd.'s operating margin?
Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd.'s operating margin is 4.31%, as of Nov 2026.
What was Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd.'s operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd.'s operating margin was 4.14%, compared with 3.71% in 2024.
How has Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd.'s operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd.'s operating margin was highest in 2025 (4.14%) and lowest in 2020 (3.54%).
How does Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd.'s operating margin compare with similar companies?
Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd.'s operating margin (4.31%) is lower than that of all 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Laureate Education, Inc., with 25.82%.