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Toyota Motor Corporation ADR(TM)

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QUALITY SIGNAL RECENCY
1-STAR RATING
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BUY for 4 days
PROFIT SINCE LAST BUY
+0.13% ▲
LAST CLOSE
$196.79
10/23/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for TM

10/23/2026: TM (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.

Toyota Motor Corporation is a global automotive leader known for its robust manufacturing efficiency and market-leading hybrid vehicle portfolio. The stock is best suited for long-term investors seeking a combination of value and reliable dividend income, supported by a strong balance sheet and global brand loyalty. Its primary growth opportunity lies in the successful transition to electric and software-defined vehicles, while the main risks involve intense competition from pure-play EV makers and regulatory pressures. Investors should monitor the company’s progress in battery technology development and its ability to maintain margins amidst these structural shifts. As a mature company, it offers stable exposure to the automotive sector with lower volatility than many industry peers.

How to Read the Upturn Advisory

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 fitToyota is a mature, established player rather than a high-growth startup, though it offers potential via the EV transition.
Momentum investorWeak fitThis style is conditional on a positive Upturn signal, and Toyota often exhibits lower volatility than pure-play tech or EV stocks.
Value investorStrong fitToyota's focus on operational efficiency and reliable cash flows often makes it an attractive valuation play.
Dividend investorStrong fitConsistent dividend history makes it suitable for investors seeking stable income.
Low-risk investorStrong fitThe company's scale, financial health, and global presence offer lower volatility compared to high-growth industrial peers.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumAs a large-cap ADR, the stock is subject to macroeconomic shifts and currency fluctuations.
Valuation riskLowToyota's valuation is generally tied to fundamental earnings rather than speculative growth multiples.
Competition risk (EV disruption)Medium / highThe rapid shift toward EVs by competitors poses a long-term risk to its core ICE business.
Business qualityStrongToyota has a long-standing reputation for quality and operational excellence.
Dividend incomeMediumDividends are reliable but typically grow in line with conservative payout policies.
Execution riskMediumExecuting the transition to software-defined and electric vehicles is complex for a legacy automaker.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

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

Smooth
PRICE STABILITY

Smooth

The stock has moved along a generally orderly path with only modest fluctuations.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -9.85%
Avg. Invested days 32
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
TM receives a 3-star rating, supported by solid quantitative characteristics. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, and weak price momentum.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
TM has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with moderate financial health, moderate growth momentum, and moderate ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, growth and ownership metrics are mixed: negative earnings growth (-16.4%), soft cash generation (FCF margin 0.4%), moderate revenue growth (+5.5%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
TM's financial health is supported by strong cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation of $179.6B (0.4% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 3-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
Free-cash-flow growth is TM's strongest growth driver at +111.5% FY2026 versus FY2025 (strong, 5 stars). By comparison, while revenue growth (+5.5%, moderate) and earnings growth (-16.4%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 2.2% (soft) and 1482.9% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable (strong). Insider ownership is only 0.00%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

Fisher Asset Management, LLC 0.61%
Morgan Stanley - Brokerage Accounts 0.21%
FMR Inc 0.12%
The Goldman Sachs Group Inc 0.10%
Northern Trust Corp 0.09%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
TM generates approximately $167 of gross profit, $74 of operating income, and $4 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Weak margins explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: 22.65%

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
TM has a large-cap, liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilityLarge / Mega Cap StabilityHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 231.78B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 8.65
1Y Target Price 234.08
Price to earnings Ratio 8.65
1Y Target Price 234.08
Volume (30-day avg) 305.0K shares
Beta 0.38
52 Weeks Range 163.30 - 240.92
Updated Date 10/24/2026
52 Weeks Range 163.30 - 240.92
Updated Date 10/24/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 3.18%
Basic EPS (TTM) 22.76

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Automotive SalesGlobal sales of Toyota and Lexus brand vehicles.This is the primary engine of the company's revenue.
Financial ServicesLoans, leases, and insurance products.This segment drives customer retention and additional profit margins.
Geography (North America)Large vehicle sales volume in the US and Canada.A critical region for overall profit and market share.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Valuation

Trailing PE 8.65
Forward PE 11.3
Enterprise Value 430.41B
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value 430.41B
Price to Sales(TTM) -
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.28
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 7.65
Shares Outstanding 1.18B
Shares Floating 17.47B
Shares Outstanding 1.18B
Shares Floating 17.47B
Percent Insiders -
Percent Institutions 2.23

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

Information icon Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.

Net Income (Profit)

Information icon Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.

Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

Information icon Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.

📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

Information icon Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.

EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

Information icon Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.

Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

Information icon Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.

Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

Information icon Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.

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)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

Information icon Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.

⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

Information icon Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.

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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