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1. Company Snapshot

1.a. Company Description

Daily Journal Corporation publishes newspapers and websites covering in California, Arizona, and Utah.It operates in two segments, Traditional Business and Journal Technologies.The company publishes 10 newspapers of general circulation, including Los Angeles Daily Journal, San Francisco Daily Journal, Daily Commerce, The Daily Recorder, The Inter-City Express, San Jose Post-Record, Orange County Reporter, The Daily Transcript, Business Journal, and The Record Reporter.


It also provides specialized information services; and serves as an advertising and newspaper representative for commercial and public notice advertising.In addition, the company offers case management software systems and related products, including eCourt, eProsecutor, eDefender, and eProbation, which are browser-based case processing systems; eFile, a browser-based interface that allows attorneys and the general public to electronically file documents with the court; and ePayIt, a service primarily for the online payment of traffic citations.It provides its software systems and related products for courts; prosecutor and public defender offices; probation departments; and other justice agencies, including administrative law organizations, city and county governments, and bar associations to manage cases and information electronically, to interface with other justice partners, and to extend electronic services to bar members and the public in 42 states and internationally.


Daily Journal Corporation was incorporated in 1987 and is based in Los Angeles, California.

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1.b. Last Insights on DJCO

Daily Journal Corporation faced scrutiny in recent months due to a critical review with American Community Newspapers. The comparison highlighted the companies' valuation, risk, and profitability. With no recent earnings release providing positive momentum, concerns surrounding the company's financials persist. Analyst recommendations and institutional ownership were also evaluated, but no notable upgrades or increased investment were reported. Additionally, there were no announcements of share buybacks or new product launches that could have boosted investor confidence.

1.c. Company Highlights

2. Transcript Summary

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3. NewsRoom

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Daily Journal Corp. (S.C.) (NASDAQ:DJCO) and American Community Newspapers (OTCMKTS:ACNI) Critical Review

Nov -03

Source: defenseworld.net

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DJCO June-Quarter Earnings Rise Y/Y on Tech Growth, Stock Up 1%

Aug -20

Source: zacks.com

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Daily Journal Corporation Provides Additional Public Access to its New Form 8-K

Aug -14

Source: globenewswire.com

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Daily Journal Corporation Announces Financial Results for the Nine Months ended June 30, 2025

Aug -14

Source: globenewswire.com

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Buxton Helmsley Releases Open Letter to Baker Tilly, as Auditor of Daily Journal Corporation

Aug -05

Source: globenewswire.com

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Daily Journal Corporation Provides Additional Public Access to its Recent Form 8-K

Jul -31

Source: globenewswire.com

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Buxton Helmsley Releases Open Letter to Directors of Daily Journal Corporation

Jul -29

Source: globenewswire.com

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Buxton Helmsley Releases Open Letter to Directors of Daily Journal Corporation

Jul -28

Source: globenewswire.com

4. Business Breakdown

4.a. Revenues by Country

4.b. Revenues by Segment

5. Expected revenues mid-term growth (6.76%)

6. Segments

Journal Technologies

Expected Growth: 8.1%

Growing demand for digital transformation in the justice system, increasing adoption of cloud-based case management software, and expanding government initiatives for judicial modernization are driving the growth of Journal Technologies' business.

Traditional

Expected Growth: 2.5%

The traditional segment's growth is driven by the increasing demand for local news and information, as well as the company's efforts to expand its online presence and digital offerings, which will help to offset declining print circulation and advertising revenue.

7. Detailed Products

Newspaper Publishing

Daily Journal Corporation publishes newspapers and other publications, providing local news, sports, and entertainment to communities.

Commercial Printing

The company offers commercial printing services, including printing of newspapers, flyers, brochures, and other materials.

Digital Media

Daily Journal Corporation provides digital media services, including online news, advertising, and marketing solutions.

Real Estate Information

The company provides real estate information and data, including property listings and market analytics.

Business Information

Daily Journal Corporation offers business information and data, including company profiles, credit reports, and industry insights.

8. Daily Journal Corporation's Porter Forces

Forces Ranking

Threat Of Substitutes

The threat of substitutes for Daily Journal Corporation is medium because while there are some substitutes available, they are not very attractive to customers.

Bargaining Power Of Customers

The bargaining power of customers for Daily Journal Corporation is low because customers have limited options and the company has a strong brand presence.

Bargaining Power Of Suppliers

The bargaining power of suppliers for Daily Journal Corporation is medium because while suppliers have some bargaining power, the company has a diversified supply chain.

Threat Of New Entrants

The threat of new entrants for Daily Journal Corporation is high because the industry is attractive and there are low barriers to entry.

Intensity Of Rivalry

The intensity of rivalry for Daily Journal Corporation is high because the industry is highly competitive and there are many players.

9. SWOT Analysis

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Weaknesses

Opportunities

Threats

10. Capital Structure

10.a. Balance Sheet

10.b. Weighted Average Cost of capital

Value
Debt Weight 27.56%
Debt Cost 7.44%
Equity Weight 72.44%
Equity Cost 8.64%
WACC 8.31%
Leverage 38.05%

11. Quality Control: Daily Journal Corporation passed 6 out of 9 key points

12.a Historical Valuation

12.b Price/Earnings Ratio

12.c Margin Valuation

12.d Peers Valuation

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Peers Metrics

12.e Scoring Insights

12.f DCF BETA

Parameters

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Short term Time

Long-Term Growth

WACC

Target Price

460.85$

Current Price

460.85$

Potential

-0.00%

Expected Cash-Flows