YMAT
YMAT
J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. Ordinary SharesIncome Statement
| Period | Revenue | Operating Expense | Net Income | Net Profit Margin | Earnings Per Share | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4-2024 | $9.47M ▲ | $2.69M ▲ | $624.94K ▲ | 6.6% ▲ | $0.18 ▲ | $1.09M ▲ |
| Q2-2024 | $8.1M ▼ | $1.83M ▲ | $479.27K ▼ | 5.92% ▼ | $0.14 ▼ | $775.1K ▼ |
| Q4-2023 | $9.84M | $1.13M | $1.43M | 14.56% | $0.4 | $1.61M |
What's going well?
Sales are up sharply, and the company is making more money overall. Gross profit and net income both saw big jumps, showing the business is growing.
What's concerning?
Operating expenses are rising much faster than sales, which is hurting core profitability. If this trend continues, future profits could be at risk even if sales keep growing.
Balance Statement
| Period | Cash & Short-term | Total Assets | Total Liabilities | Total Equity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4-2025 | $552.8K ▼ | $7.16M ▼ | $13.93M ▲ | $-6.78M ▼ |
| Q4-2024 | $649.11K ▼ | $24.38M ▲ | $11.38M ▲ | $13M ▲ |
| Q2-2024 | $1.12M | $23.24M | $10.88M | $12.36M |
Cash Flow Statement
| Period | Net Income | Cash From Operations | Cash From Investing | Cash From Financing | Net Change | Free Cash Flow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4-2024 | $624.94K ▲ | $-2.38M ▼ | $1.79M ▲ | $160.52K ▼ | $-432.54K ▼ | $-2.38M ▼ |
| Q2-2024 | $479.27K ▼ | $-678.71K ▲ | $18.66K ▼ | $1.25M ▲ | $1.05M ▲ | $-704.48K ▲ |
| Q4-2023 | $1.43M | $-2.73M | $2.59M | $208.7K | $606.4K | $-2.82M |
What's strong about this company's cash flow?
The company is still able to raise debt and has not diluted shareholders. It reported positive net income, suggesting some underlying profitability if working capital can be managed.
What are the cash flow concerns?
Cash burn is accelerating, working capital is a major drain, and the cash balance is running dangerously low. The business is highly dependent on outside funding to survive.
5-Year Trend Analysis
A comprehensive look at J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. Ordinary Shares's financial evolution and strategic trajectory over the past five years.
Key positives include strong gross margins that indicate attractive unit economics in the core products, long‑standing expertise in carbon fiber and composite materials, and a clear strategic vision centered on solid‑state batteries and advanced U.S. manufacturing. Proprietary resin systems, engineering know‑how, and established relationships in sporting goods and industrial components form a solid technical base. The planned U.S. facility, supported by a sovereign‑backed financing framework and partnerships like Patriot Green Energy, offers potential access to high‑value markets in aerospace, defense, and electrification.
The primary concerns are financial. YMAT is currently deeply loss‑making, with negative earnings, negative EBITDA, and significant cash burn. The balance sheet shows negative equity, high leverage, and weak liquidity, implying both solvency and near‑term funding risk. The business depends on continued access to external capital to fund operations and its strategic pivot. Execution risk around the Baytown solid‑state battery project is substantial, and the delisting determination from Nasdaq highlights market doubts and could hinder capital formation or visibility. Technology, regulatory, and competitive risks in the battery space add further layers of uncertainty.
The outlook is highly uncertain and hinges on successful transformation. In the near term, financial pressure and liquidity constraints will likely dominate, with limited room for delays or setbacks. Over the medium term, the story depends on whether YMAT can secure durable funding, bring its U.S. solid‑state battery facility to life, validate its technology at scale, and translate its materials expertise into profitable contracts in high‑value markets. If those milestones are achieved, the company’s profile could change meaningfully; if not, the current combination of heavy losses and a stretched balance sheet could remain a major constraint. Overall, YMAT stands at a pivotal juncture between an ambitious strategic opportunity and very real financial and execution risks.
About J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. Ordinary Shares
https://j-starholding.comJ-Star Holding Co., Ltd., established in 1968 and headquartered in Taichung, Taiwan, is a global manufacturer and distributor specializing in bicycles, various sports accessories, and advanced carbon fiber composite products. The company's offerings in the cycling sector include essential components for both high-performance sports bicycles and electric models.
Income Statement
| Period | Revenue | Operating Expense | Net Income | Net Profit Margin | Earnings Per Share | EBITDA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4-2024 | $9.47M ▲ | $2.69M ▲ | $624.94K ▲ | 6.6% ▲ | $0.18 ▲ | $1.09M ▲ |
| Q2-2024 | $8.1M ▼ | $1.83M ▲ | $479.27K ▼ | 5.92% ▼ | $0.14 ▼ | $775.1K ▼ |
| Q4-2023 | $9.84M | $1.13M | $1.43M | 14.56% | $0.4 | $1.61M |
What's going well?
Sales are up sharply, and the company is making more money overall. Gross profit and net income both saw big jumps, showing the business is growing.
What's concerning?
Operating expenses are rising much faster than sales, which is hurting core profitability. If this trend continues, future profits could be at risk even if sales keep growing.
Balance Statement
| Period | Cash & Short-term | Total Assets | Total Liabilities | Total Equity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4-2025 | $552.8K ▼ | $7.16M ▼ | $13.93M ▲ | $-6.78M ▼ |
| Q4-2024 | $649.11K ▼ | $24.38M ▲ | $11.38M ▲ | $13M ▲ |
| Q2-2024 | $1.12M | $23.24M | $10.88M | $12.36M |
Cash Flow Statement
| Period | Net Income | Cash From Operations | Cash From Investing | Cash From Financing | Net Change | Free Cash Flow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4-2024 | $624.94K ▲ | $-2.38M ▼ | $1.79M ▲ | $160.52K ▼ | $-432.54K ▼ | $-2.38M ▼ |
| Q2-2024 | $479.27K ▼ | $-678.71K ▲ | $18.66K ▼ | $1.25M ▲ | $1.05M ▲ | $-704.48K ▲ |
| Q4-2023 | $1.43M | $-2.73M | $2.59M | $208.7K | $606.4K | $-2.82M |
What's strong about this company's cash flow?
The company is still able to raise debt and has not diluted shareholders. It reported positive net income, suggesting some underlying profitability if working capital can be managed.
What are the cash flow concerns?
Cash burn is accelerating, working capital is a major drain, and the cash balance is running dangerously low. The business is highly dependent on outside funding to survive.
5-Year Trend Analysis
A comprehensive look at J-Star Holding Co., Ltd. Ordinary Shares's financial evolution and strategic trajectory over the past five years.
Key positives include strong gross margins that indicate attractive unit economics in the core products, long‑standing expertise in carbon fiber and composite materials, and a clear strategic vision centered on solid‑state batteries and advanced U.S. manufacturing. Proprietary resin systems, engineering know‑how, and established relationships in sporting goods and industrial components form a solid technical base. The planned U.S. facility, supported by a sovereign‑backed financing framework and partnerships like Patriot Green Energy, offers potential access to high‑value markets in aerospace, defense, and electrification.
The primary concerns are financial. YMAT is currently deeply loss‑making, with negative earnings, negative EBITDA, and significant cash burn. The balance sheet shows negative equity, high leverage, and weak liquidity, implying both solvency and near‑term funding risk. The business depends on continued access to external capital to fund operations and its strategic pivot. Execution risk around the Baytown solid‑state battery project is substantial, and the delisting determination from Nasdaq highlights market doubts and could hinder capital formation or visibility. Technology, regulatory, and competitive risks in the battery space add further layers of uncertainty.
The outlook is highly uncertain and hinges on successful transformation. In the near term, financial pressure and liquidity constraints will likely dominate, with limited room for delays or setbacks. Over the medium term, the story depends on whether YMAT can secure durable funding, bring its U.S. solid‑state battery facility to life, validate its technology at scale, and translate its materials expertise into profitable contracts in high‑value markets. If those milestones are achieved, the company’s profile could change meaningfully; if not, the current combination of heavy losses and a stretched balance sheet could remain a major constraint. Overall, YMAT stands at a pivotal juncture between an ambitious strategic opportunity and very real financial and execution risks.

CEO
Jing-Bin Chiang
Compensation Summary
(Year )
Split Record
| Date | Type | Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-10 | Reverse | 1:5 |
Ratings Snapshot
Rating : D+

