Operating Margin - Sakura Internet Inc (TSE:3778)

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Price: 3 055 JPY -3.02%

Market Cap: 128B JPY

5.7%

Current

Average

3.3%

Industry

Operating Margin represents how efficiently a company is able to generate profit through its core operations.

Higher ratios are generally better, illustrating the company is efficient in its operations and is good at turning sales into profits.

Operating Margin

5.7%

Operating Profit

1.9B

Revenue

33.8B

Operating Margin Across Competitors

Country	Company	Market Cap	Operating Margin
JP	Sakura Internet Inc TSE:3778	122.3B JPY	6%
CA	Shopify Inc NYSE:SHOP	209.6B USD	12%
US	Snowflake Inc. NYSE:SNOW	77.5B USD	-32%
US	Cloudflare Inc NYSE:NET	70.4B USD	-9%
ID	DCI Indonesia Tbk PT IDX:DCII	572T IDR	53%
US	MongoDB Inc NASDAQ:MDB	33B USD	-7%
US	Verisign Inc NASDAQ:VRSN	23.2B USD	68%
US	Twilio Inc NYSE:TWLO	19.4B USD	2%
US	GoDaddy Inc NYSE:GDDY	17.4B USD	22%
US	Okta Inc NASDAQ:OKTA	15.2B USD	4%
US	Akamai Technologies Inc NASDAQ:AKAM	12B USD	15%

Sakura Internet Inc
Glance View

Market Cap

122.3B JPY

Industry

Technology

Nestled in the bustling landscape of Japan’s technology industry, Sakura Internet Inc. has made its mark as a formidable player in the domain of internet infrastructure services. Founded in 1996, the company emerged during Japan's nascent internet revolution, capitalizing on the rapid digitalization that swept across the nation. Initially, Sakura Internet began its journey by providing rental server services, which laid the groundwork for its robust hosting business model. Over time, the company expanded its offerings to include cloud computing services, data centers, and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, aligning itself with the increasing demand for reliable and scalable digital infrastructure. By continuously innovating and enhancing their technological capabilities, Sakura Internet carved out a niche for itself, appealing to businesses looking for sophisticated and dependable IT solutions. Sakura Internet's revenue model hinges on a subscription-based framework, where customers pay for the server space and cloud services they utilize—effectively creating a steady stream of recurring income. They cater to a diverse client base ranging from individual developers to large corporations, offering services that allow these users to power their websites, applications, and digital platforms seamlessly. By maintaining a robust network of data centers strategically placed across Japan, they ensure high-speed connectivity and reliability, a crucial selling point in a region known for its cutting-edge technology standards. Additionally, in adapting to global trends, Sakura Internet has ventured into offering IoT solutions, positioning itself at the forefront of the technology growth curve, thereby not only reinforcing its existing market position but also tapping into new revenue streams. This strategic diversity in services enables Sakura Internet to mitigate risks associated with technological disruptions and capitalize on evolving digital demands.

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Intrinsic Value

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Sakura Internet Inc
TSE:3778