5G and Auto Digitalization Continue to Benefit Murata in the Long Run; Shares Undervalued
Narrow-moat Murata Manufacturing’s September quarter operating income was JPY 91.3 billion, which was 56% above the previous year’s number, and exceeding our forecast of JPY 83 billion. We estimate that: 1) better-than-expected product mix contributed to the margin expansion of MLCC; and 2) higher utilization rate and better production yield contributed improving the profitability of communication modules. We consider September quarter results support our view that Murata will leverage its exper...Murata Manufacturing is mainly engaged in the development, manufacture and sale of electronic components and modules in Japan, North America and certain other Asian and European countries. Co.'s products are sold mainly to electronics companies for use as components in telecommunication, computer, audio, video, automotive electronics and other electronic products. Co. is engaged in the development, manufacture and sale of electronic parts and related products, including components for capacitors and piezoelectric products, as well as modules products; the provision of welfare services, personnel services, education and training services, as well as the leasing and management of real estate.
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