Carson C. Block · research-note
Nidec Corp. (6594 JP)
54 pages · 3 arc beats · 2 loops
Nidec Corp. (6594 JP)
Carson C. Block · 2016-12 arc beats above · slides in the middle · loops below · scroll → 2 LOOPS
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The Monster 7 slides 100% 7/7 slides 100% 7/7 slides · 49 hits — 0/7 slides
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The Struggle 15 slides 100% 15/15 slides 100% 15/15 slides · 119 hits — 0/15 slides
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60% 9/15 slides 100% 15/15 slides 100% 15/15 slides The Victory 13 slides 100% 13/13 slides 100% 13/13 slides · 92 hits — 0/13 slides
15.4% 2/13 slides 38.5% 5/13 slides 100% 13/13 slides 100% 13/13 slides Slide inventory
54 every slide · same image gating as the playbook
03
The slide uses a satirical image of the CEO to undermine his credibility.name_villain
Open slide detailBeat · The Monster
04
This is a text-heavy research note page focusing on short-selling or bearish thesis points.name_villain
Open slide detailBeat · The Monster
05
The document structure suggests a highly critical, investigative research note (short-seller style).front_matter
Open slide detailBeat · The Monster
06
The slide uses a table to expose a pattern of management credibility issues.preempt_rebuttal
Open slide detailBeat · The Monster
07
The slide uses a table to calculate organic growth and lists quotes from management and sell-side analysts to demonstrate the discrepancy.expose_contradiction
Open slide detailBeat · The Monster
08
Includes a detailed tax reconciliation table from Nidec's 20-F.analyze_data
Open slide detailBeat · The Monster
09
The slide uses a critical, investigative tone to challenge the quality of Nidec's reported earnings.expose_contradiction
Open slide detailBeat · The Monster
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Includes a Q&A excerpt regarding restructuring benefits and a table comparing reported vs. adjusted financial metrics.analyze_data
11
The slide uses a 'before-after' framing to expose the company's tendency to miss projections even after adjusting for significant cost savings.expose_contradiction
12
The slide combines corporate presentation slides (13 and 14) with a critical investor note questioning Nidec's accounting practices.expose_contradiction
13
This is a research note page focusing on accounting irregularities and potential manipulation of impairment charges.expose_contradiction
14
The slide uses direct quotes from management to highlight a discrepancy between past optimistic outlooks and later financial actions.expose_contradiction
15
The slide uses direct quotes from earnings calls to expose management's potential manipulation of financial reporting.expose_contradiction
16
The slide uses a dual-axis chart to contrast sales (bars) and operating income (line) to highlight the discrepancy between financial performance and management'expose_contradiction
17
The slide uses a forensic accounting approach to challenge the validity of financial write-offs.expose_contradiction
18
The slide contains footnotes referencing ASC 330-10-35-7 and clarifying the definition of 'profitable' as EBIT margin.expose_contradiction
19
Includes detailed footnotes referencing SEC filings (20-F) and corporate website.expose_contradiction
20
Includes footnotes 48-51 referencing SEC filings and SAIC data.analyze_data
21
Includes footnotes 52 and 53. The table derives Automotive business performance by subtracting HDD business from total SAIC filings.analyze_data
22
The slide uses a forensic accounting approach to challenge management's narrative on profitability improvements post-acquisition.expose_contradiction
23
The slide uses financial data to cast doubt on reported margins and supports this with qualitative interview evidence regarding channel stuffing.expose_contradiction
24
The slide presents qualitative evidence of aggressive sales practices and potential revenue recognition issues.expose_contradiction
25
Includes extensive footnotes referencing SEC filings and accounting standards.expose_contradiction
26
The slide uses a 'villain critique' approach to undermine the credibility of the company's financial oversight.expose_contradiction
27
Contains extensive footnotes referencing external news sources and regulatory filings.appendix
28
The slide uses a strong metaphor comparing the auditor's failure rate to Michael Jordan's basketball success.expose_contradiction
29
The slide uses a critical tone to challenge the 'secret sauce' narrative of Nidec's M&A, citing lack of transparency and declining efficiency metrics.expose_contradiction
30
The slide uses a combination of anecdotal evidence (quotes from former employees) and hard financial data to challenge the company's narrative of successful M&Aexpose_contradiction
31
Contains multiple source citations and a financial performance table for Sole Motors.expose_contradiction
32
The slide uses a historical corporate presentation as a primary source to expose misleading management commentary.expose_contradiction
33
The slide highlights potential reputational risks and conflicts of interest regarding Nidec's acquisition strategy.expose_contradiction
34
Contains qualitative feedback from former executives regarding Nidec's integration and due diligence processes, alongside a quantitative table of share swaps.analyze_data
35
The slide highlights a contradiction between management's stated policy and subsequent actions, supported by share repurchase data.expose_contradiction
36
The slide uses two specific examples of corporate marketing materials to illustrate the author's skepticism regarding Nidec's strategic focus.expose_contradiction
37
The slide uses a skeptical tone to contrast management's claims of a 'technological edge' with historical patterns of over-promising (e.g., haptic technology).expose_contradiction
38
The slide uses a combination of a bar chart for market growth and an infographic for haptic applications to frame a narrative that is later contradicted by the expose_contradiction
39
Includes a manga-style illustration used by Nidec to promote the CEO's management philosophy.name_villain
40
The slide contains a Bloomberg stock chart for Sharp (2007-2013) and quotes regarding Nidec's demanding work culture.other
41
The slide uses a narrative structure to expose a shift in management philosophy and potential conflicts of interest.expose_contradiction
42
The slide uses a line chart to demonstrate historical EV/EBITDA multiples of HDD competitors to justify a lower valuation for Nidec's HDD segment.show_valuation_bridge
43
The slide uses a sensitivity table to derive an implied multiple for the non-HDD business segment.show_valuation_bridge
44
The table shows sensitivity analysis for Enterprise Value and Implied Share Price based on varying valuation multiples.show_valuation_bridge
45
Includes a sensitivity table for implied stock downside and specific peer group data for HDD and AACI sectors.compare_peers
46
The slide includes a specific call to action regarding Nidec's U.S. ADS sponsorship termination.compare_peers
47
The text highlights specific concerns regarding segment reporting, bundling of business units, and the use of 'All Others' to mask performance.expose_contradiction
48
The slide serves as a critical commentary on corporate governance and reporting practices, specifically targeting Nidec's management.expose_contradiction
49
The slide uses a combination of historical text-based performance data and a visual chart from the company to expose a pattern of over-promising.expose_contradiction
50
The slide serves as an appendix of evidence for a broader argument regarding management credibility.expose_contradiction
51
The slide uses a 'before-after' or 'claim-vs-reality' structure to undermine management credibility.expose_contradiction
52
The slide serves as a record of failed projections across multiple business segments.expose_contradiction
53
The slide uses Nidec's own presentation materials to point out internal contradictions and forecasting failures.expose_contradiction