Link and Motivation (TSE:2170) Profitability Rank: 7 (As of Jun. 2026) — Near Median

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TSE:2170 Link and Motivation Inc TSE:2170
83 GF Score
Price 円683.00
GF Value 円522.39
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Link and Motivation Profitability Rank?

Link and Motivation TSE:2170 +2.40% 83 Profitability Rank is 7 as of Jun. 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 7.00. GuruFocus rates TSE:2170 with a GF Score™ of 83/100 and a GF Value™ of 円522.39 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

Link and Motivation has the Profitability Rank of 7.

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way. It is rated on a scale of 1 to 10 and is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %
2. Piotroski F-Score
3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.
4. Consistency of the profitability
5. Predictability Rank

A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

Link and Motivation's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 was %. As of today, Link and Motivation's Piotroski F-Score is 4.


Link and Motivation Profitability Rank Related Terms


TSE:2170 vs VRSK, EFX, BAH: Profitability Rank Comparison

For the Consulting Services subindustry, Link and Motivation's Profitability Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and Profitability Rank 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.


Link and Motivation Profitability Rank vs Business Services Industry

For the Business Services industry and Industrials sector, Link and Motivation's Profitability Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Link and Motivation's Profitability Rank falls into.


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Link and Motivation Profitability Rank Calculation

GuruFocus Profitability Rank ranks how profitable a company is and how likely the company's business will stay that way.

The rank is rated on a scale of 1 to 10. A higher score indicates superior profitability, with companies rated 7 or above considered to have more robust and sustainable profit generation. Conversely, a score of 3 or lower suggests challenges in generating consistent profits.

Link and Motivation has the Profitability Rank of 7.

Profitability Rank is not directly related to the Financial Strength. But if a company is consistently profitable, its financial strength will be stronger.

Profitability Rank is based on these factors:

1. Operating Margin %

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.

Link and Motivation's Operating Margin % for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as:

Operating Margin %=Operating Income (Q: Jun. 2026 ) / Revenue (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=0 / 0
= %

* 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.

2. Piotroski F-Score

The zones of discrimination were as such:

Good or high score = 8 or 9
Bad or low score = 0 or 1

Link and Motivation has an F-score of 4 indicating the company's financial situation is typical for a stable company.

3. Trend of the Operating Margin % (5-year average). The company with an uptrend profit margin has a higher rank.

Good Sign:

Link and Motivation Inc operating margin is expanding. Margin expansion is usually a good sign.

4. Consistency of the profitability

5. Predictability Rank

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Profitability Rank →
What does a Profitability Rank of 7 mean?
Link and Motivation (TSE:2170) has a Profitability Rank of 7 as of Jun. 2026. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Link and Motivation and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 7.00. Over the past decade, Link and Motivation's Profitability Rank has ranged from 6.00 to 8.00.
Is Link and Motivation's Profitability Rank too high?
Link and Motivation's current Profitability Rank of 7 is near median its 10-year median of 7.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 6.00 to a high of 8.00. Overall, Link and Motivation has a GF Score™ of 83/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Link and Motivation's Profitability Rank compare to VRSK and EFX?
Link and Motivation's Profitability Rank of 7 can be compared against companies in the Business Services industry. Historically, Link and Motivation's own Profitability Rank has ranged from 6.00 to 8.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Profitability Rank for a Business Services company?
A good Profitability Rank depends on the Business Services industry context. However, Profitability Rank should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Profitability Rank mean?
A high Profitability Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Profitability and Growth ranks a company based on its profit margins and earnings growth. View historical data on Link and Motivation and its competitors. Link and Motivation's current Profitability Rank is 7, which is near median its own 10-year median of 7.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Link and Motivation stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Link and Motivation (TSE:2170) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円522.39, compared to a current price of 円683.00 — trading 30.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Profitability Rank is 7, which is near median its 10-year median of 7.00. Link and Motivation's overall GF Score™ is 83/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Profitability Rank calculated?
Profitability Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Link and Motivation (TSE:2170), the current Profitability Rank is 7 as of Jun. 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 Link and Motivation (TSE:2170) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Link and Motivation stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円683.00 is trading 30.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円522.39. GuruFocus considers Link and Motivation to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:2170:

  • Profitability Rank: 7 (near median its 10-year median of 7.00)
  • GF Value™: 円522.39 vs. price of 円683.00 (30.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 83/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:2170 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.


Link and Motivation Business Description

Address 4-12-15 Ginza, Kabukiza Tower,15th Floor, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 104-0061
Link and Motivation Inc is engaged in providing management consulting services. It offers consulting services that transform business organizations through motivation management, entry management, brand management, investor relations and place management. The company operates across three segments namely, Division, Individual Development Division, and Matching Division it provides corporate consulting and HR solutions (including the Motivation Cloud HRTech platform), educational services for students and professionals, and recruitment/matching services.
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