Lead Real Estate Co., Ltd American Depositary Shares(LRE)

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QUALITY SIGNAL
1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$1.14
11/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for LRE

11/09/2026: LRE (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Lead Real Estate is a Japan-based developer specializing in luxury residential properties and boutique hotels, with a growing international presence. Its strengths include a specialized focus on premium urban markets and a diversified revenue model that includes hospitality and rental operations. While it offers unique growth potential, investors should note the inherent risks of project-based revenue volatility, intense competition from large-scale conglomerates, and the liquidity risks associated with its small-cap status. The stock may interest growth-oriented investors looking for exposure to Japanese real estate, though potential buyers should monitor project delivery schedules and the performance of new hospitality brands as key developments.

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The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.

Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorMixed fitThe company's expansion into new hospitality brands and U.S. markets offers growth potential but is tempered by small-cap volatility.
Momentum investorWeak fitThe stock often lacks consistent daily volume and directional momentum required for short-term momentum strategies.
Value investorMixed fitValuation may appear attractive based on asset-heavy metrics, but the cyclical nature of real estate complicates long-term fundamental analysis.
Dividend investorMixed fitThe company has demonstrated a willingness to pay dividends, but the sustainability of payouts depends on fluctuating property sales.
Low-risk investorWeak fitHigh sensitivity to property development cycles and micro-cap status makes this unsuitable for low-risk portfolios.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityHighAs a micro-cap ADR, the stock is prone to sharp price swings on low trading volume.
Valuation riskMediumReal estate companies are often difficult to value due to the illiquidity and complex nature of their asset portfolios.
Competition risk (large-cap developers)HighThe company competes against massive, diversified Japanese conglomerates with far greater resources.
Business qualityMediumWhile the brand has local prestige, the business is highly dependent on a few large luxury transactions per year.
Dividend incomeMediumDividend payouts are not yet historically consistent or predictable enough for reliable income.
Execution riskMedium / highThe business relies on the successful delivery and sale of luxury projects; any delay can severely impact the bottom line.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -63.53%
Avg. Invested days 20
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
LRE receives a 2-star rating, reflecting soft or weak scores across the available pillars. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, soft analyst coverage, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
LRE has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, soft growth momentum, and moderate ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-28.9%), weak cash generation (FCF margin -28.5%), moderate revenue growth (+2.5%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
LRE's financial health is supported by moderate liquidity, including working-capital and asset support (WC/assets 25.7%). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Revenue growth is LRE's strongest growth driver at +2.5% FY2026 versus FY2025 (moderate, 3 stars). By comparison, while earnings growth (-28.9%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-796.0%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 0.5% (soft) and 9.0% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (soft). Insider ownership of 89.78% supports management-shareholder alignment.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Fort Hoosac Management, LLC 1.42%
SmartHarvest Portfolios, LLC 0.13%
Caitong International Asset Management Co., Limited. 0.00%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
LRE generates approximately $180 of gross profit, $83 of operating income, and $-285 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Negative free cash flow explains the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and soft capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 33.71%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
LRE has a Value-Oriented profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback, while elevated volatility.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedHigh VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap Risk

Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 15.01M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 3.67
1Y Target Price -
Price to earnings Ratio 3.67
1Y Target Price -
Volume (30-day avg) 8.9K shares
Beta 1.45
52 Weeks Range 1.00 - 1.83
Updated Date 11/08/2026
52 Weeks Range 1.00 - 1.83
Updated Date 11/08/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.3

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Residential DevelopmentSales of luxury single-family homes and condominiums in Japan.The primary revenue driver; success depends on finishing and selling high-end homes.
HospitalityENT TERRACE and JINRYU hotel management and operations.Provides recurring revenue but is subject to travel trends and seasonal demand.
Leasing & ManagementRental income from residential units in Japan and Dallas, Texas.A stable source of cash flow that provides some geographic diversification.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Valuation

Trailing PE 3.67
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 120.41M
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value 120.41M
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.05
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 16.58
Shares Outstanding 13.64M
Shares Floating 1.23M
Shares Outstanding 13.64M
Shares Floating 1.23M
Percent Insiders 89.78
Percent Institutions 0.47

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

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🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

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Total Assets (Asset Base)

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Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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