Weathernews (TSE:4825) Operating Margin %: 24.58% (As of Feb. 2026) — 63% Above Median

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TSE:4825 Weathernews Inc TSE:4825
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What is Weathernews Operating Margin %?

Weathernews TSE:4825 +1.01% 80 Operating Margin % is 24.58% as of Feb. 2026, which is 63% above its 10-year median of 15.10. GuruFocus rates TSE:4825 with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,860.67 (Fairly Valued). Among 552 Interactive Media companies, Weathernews ranks better than 81.16% on this metric.

Operating Margin % is calculated as Operating Income divided by its Revenue. Weathernews's Operating Income for the three months ended in Feb. 2026 was 円1,508 Mil. Weathernews's Revenue for the three months ended in Feb. 2026 was 円6,132 Mil. Therefore, Weathernews's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 was 24.58%.

Good Sign:

Weathernews Inc operating margin is expanding. Margin expansion is usually a good sign.

The historical rank and industry rank for Weathernews's Operating Margin % or its related term are showing as below:

TSE:4825' s Operating Margin % Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 12   Med: 15.1   Max: 21.43
Current: 21.43


TSE:4825's Operating Margin % is ranked better than
81.16% of 552 companies
in the Interactive Media industry
Industry Median: 2.94 vs TSE:4825: 21.43

Weathernews's 5-Year Average Operating Margin % Growth Rate was 9.70% per year.

Weathernews's Operating Income for the three months ended in Feb. 2026 was 円1,508 Mil. Its Operating Income for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Feb. 2026 was 円5,245 Mil.


Weathernews  (TSE:4825) Operating Margin % Explanation

Just like Gross Margin %, it is important to see a company maintains its operating margin over time. Among the same industry, a company with higher operating margin is more efficient in its operation. It is also more stable during industry slowdown or recessions. Peter Lynch prefers those with higher margins than those with lower margins.


Be Aware

Operating Margin % can be manipulated by adjusting the rate of depreciation, depletion and amortization (DDA).

If a company is facing competition, its Operating Margin % may decline. Often the Operating Margin % declines well before the company's Revenue or even profit decline. Therefore, Operating Margin % is a very important indicator of whether the company is facing problems.

For instance, by 2012, Nokia (NOK)'s problems were well known and its stock had lost more than 90% of its market value since 2007. But Nokia’s Operating Margin % had already been in decline since 2002, although its Earnings per Share (Diluted) were still rising. Investors who paid attention to Operating Margin % would have avoided this huge loss. The same can be said for Research-in-Motion (RIMM).

Therefore, Operating Margin % is a very important screening filter for GuruFocus. GuruFocus's Buffett-Munger screener requires that the profit margin is either consistent or expanding. The Model Portfolio of the Buffett-Munger screener has outperformed the market every year since inception in 2009.


Weathernews Operating Margin % Related Terms


Weathernews Operating Margin % Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Weathernews's Operating Margin % can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Weathernews Operating Margin % Chart

Weathernews Annual Data
Trend May17 May18 May19 May20 May21 May22 May23 May24 May25 May26
Operating Margin %
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 14.78 15.42 14.70 19.22 21.43

Weathernews Quarterly Data
Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 Feb25 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
Operating Margin % Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 22.71 15.20 22.13 24.58 23.63

TSE:4825 vs GOOGL, META, SPOT: Operating Margin % Comparison

For the Internet Content & Information subindustry, Weathernews's Operating Margin %, along with its competitors' market caps and Operating Margin % data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.


Weathernews Operating Margin % vs Interactive Media Industry

For the Interactive Media industry and Communication Services sector, Weathernews's Operating Margin % distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Weathernews's Operating Margin % falls into.


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Weathernews Operating Margin % Calculation

Operating Margin % - also known as operating income margin, operating profit margin and return on sales (ROS) - is the ratio of Operating Income divided by net sales or Revenue, usually presented in percent.

Weathernews's Operating Margin % for the fiscal year that ended in May. 2026 is calculated as

Operating Margin %=Operating Income (A: May. 2026 ) / Revenue (A: May. 2026 )
=5244.702 / 24479.267
=21.43 %

Weathernews's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 is calculated as

Operating Margin %=Operating Income (Q: Feb. 2026 ) / Revenue (Q: Feb. 2026 )
=1507.559 / 6132.216
=24.58 %

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Operating Margin % →
What does a Operating Margin % of 24.58% mean?
Weathernews (TSE:4825) has a Operating Margin % of 24.58% as of Feb. 2026. Operating margin is the ratio of total operating income to net sales. View historical data on Weathernews and its competitors. This is 63% above median its historical median of 15.10. Over the past decade, Weathernews' Operating Margin % has ranged from 12.00 to 21.43. According to the industry distribution chart, Weathernews ranks #104 out of 552 companies in the Interactive Media industry, placing it in the top 18.8%.
Is Weathernews' Operating Margin % too high?
Weathernews' current Operating Margin % of 24.58% is 63% above median its 10-year median of 15.10. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 12.00 to a high of 21.43. The Interactive Media industry median Operating Margin % is 2.94. Weathernews' value of 24.58% is 736.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Weathernews ranks #104 out of 552 companies in the Interactive Media industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Weathernews has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Weathernews' Operating Margin % compare to GOOGL and META?
According to the Interactive Media industry distribution chart, Weathernews ranks #104 out of 552 companies for Operating Margin %. This places Weathernews in the top 19% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Operating Margin % is 2.94. Weathernews' value of 24.58% is 736.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Weathernews' own Operating Margin % has ranged from 12.00 to 21.43 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 15.10 vs. the industry median of 2.94, Weathernews has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Operating Margin % for an Interactive Media company?
The median Operating Margin % among Interactive Media companies is 2.94, based on 552 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Operating Margin % significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Operating Margin % should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Weathernews's current Operating Margin % of 24.58% is 736.1% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Operating Margin % mean?
A high Operating Margin % can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Operating margin is the ratio of total operating income to net sales. View historical data on Weathernews and its competitors. For the Interactive Media industry, the median Operating Margin % is 2.94 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Weathernews's current Operating Margin % is 24.58%, which is 63% above median its own 10-year median of 15.10. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Weathernews stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Weathernews (TSE:4825) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,860.67, compared to a current price of 円2,000.00 — trading 7.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Operating Margin % is 24.58%, which is 63% above median its 10-year median of 15.10 and 736.1% above the Interactive Media industry median of 2.94. Weathernews' overall GF Score™ is 80/100. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Operating Margin % calculated?
Operating Margin % is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Weathernews (TSE:4825), the current Operating Margin % is 24.58% as of Feb. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Weathernews (TSE:4825) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Weathernews stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円2,000.00 is trading 7.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,860.67. GuruFocus considers Weathernews to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:4825:

  • Operating Margin %: 24.58% (63% above median its 10-year median of 15.10)
  • GF Value™: 円1,860.67 vs. price of 円2,000.00 (7.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 80/100
  • Industry Position: 736.1% above the Interactive Media median (#104 of 552)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4825 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Weathernews Business Description

Address 1-3 Nakase, Mihama-ku, Chiba-shi, JPN, 261-0023
Weathernews Inc is engaged in the provision of weather information content services in Japan. It offers services for logistics, transportation, distribution and theme parks. Its services include mobile content service, aviation industry content service, voyage planning content service, and ocean and off-shore content service, among others.
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