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Sony Corp. ADRSNEDON'T BUYMay 02, 2013Stock price when the opinion was issued
As of Jun 12, 2026. Market Open.
Their main drivers are Sony Playstation, Sony Music, and films. The Playstation has its ups and downs from competition. Music is well behind the #1 player. Films are also unpredictable. Sony should spin off its music publishing business and focus on the other two areas. Not a cheap stock. Earnings vary.
It's the Japanese Disney in that it holds some content, influence by the fate of new releases. The only fault are its mixed financial results. Otherwise, a quality company. Another concern is Japan's deep debt and the effect on Japanese companies. Doesn't want to be exposed to potential currency weakness.
Going through a revolution. Trying to reposition as a major global content provider, a la Disney. To hold this stock, you really have to believe in it. He doesn't like to bet on that kind of thing.
Would avoid this. Would much rather put his money into Microsoft (MSFT-Q). This company has struggled for the last decade. A lot of the Korean electronic companies have eaten the Japanese’ lunch for the last 10 years.