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Optical Cable Corp. (DE:OCC)
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Optical Cable (OCC) Price & Analysis

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OCC Stock Chart & Stats

€11.30
€0.40(3.23%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
€11.30
€0.40(3.23%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue Growth And BacklogStrong sales growth across enterprise, data center, and severe-duty markets, combined with a substantially larger backlog, improves forward demand visibility and supports continued expansion over the next several quarters.
Gross Margin ExpansionHigher gross margins and lower SG&A as a percentage of sales indicate operating leverage as volumes recover. If sustained, this can strengthen earnings power and improve OCC's ability to absorb fixed manufacturing costs.
Conservative Balance SheetNear-zero debt reduces interest and refinancing pressure while preserving flexibility to fund inventory, capacity additions, or working capital. This provides resilience during cyclical infrastructure spending and supply-chain volatility.
Bears Say
Negative Cash ConversionPersistent negative operating and free cash flow would weaken earnings quality and could require working-capital funding even as reported profits improve. Sustained cash conversion is therefore a key requirement for durable financial recovery.
Thin And Volatile ProfitabilityThe return to profit is encouraging, but very limited operating margin leaves earnings vulnerable to modest changes in volume, product mix, or costs. Recent losses also show that profitability has not yet demonstrated consistent durability.
Fiber Supply And Customer Visibility RiskIndustry fiber shortages can constrain shipments and delay backlog conversion, while distributor reliance reduces demand visibility. Together, these factors may make revenue timing and production planning less predictable over coming quarters.

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OCC FAQ

What was Optical Cable Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Optical Cable Corp. lowest stock price was €3.54 and its highest was €24.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Optical Cable Corp.’s market cap?
    Optical Cable Corp.’s market cap is €105.44M.
      When is Optical Cable Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Optical Cable Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 10, 2026 which is in 11 days.
        How were Optical Cable Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
        Optical Cable Corp. released its earnings results on Jun 08, 2026. The company reported €0.103 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
          Is Optical Cable Corp. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Optical Cable Corp.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Optical Cable Corp. pay dividends?
            Optical Cable Corp. does not currently pay dividends.
            What is Optical Cable Corp.’s EPS estimate?
            Optical Cable Corp.’s EPS estimate is 0.17.
              How many shares outstanding does Optical Cable Corp. have?
              Optical Cable Corp. has 8,827,092 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Optical Cable Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Optical Cable Corp. reported an EPS of €0.103 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 42.149%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Optical Cable Corp.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:OCC
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                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Optical Cable Corp.

                    Optical Cable Corporation (OCC), including its subsidiaries, specializes in producing and distributing comprehensive fiber optic and copper solutions for data communication infrastructure. Its main focus is the enterprise sector, serving clients both within the United States and globally. OCC's product portfolio includes advanced fiber optic and hybrid cables, engineered to support high-capacity transmission of data, video, and voice. Additionally, they offer copper datacom cables, available in both unshielded and shielded twisted pair configurations. For fiber optic networks, the company supplies a wide array of connectivity components, ranging from wall-mounted, cabinet-mounted, and rack-mounted enclosures (including pre-terminated options) to various connectors, splice trays, jumpers, and convenient plug-and-play cassette modules. Pre-terminated fiber optic cable assemblies, adapters, and other essential accessories are also part of their offering. Their copper connectivity offerings cater to a multitude of environments such as equipment rooms, telecom closets, data centers, and workstations. This segment includes category-compliant patch panels, jacks, plugs, and patch cords, alongside faceplates, surface-mounted, distribution, and multimedia boxes. Copper rack-mount and wall-mount enclosures, cable assemblies, organizers, and various other wiring products complete this range. Furthermore, OCC provides complete management systems for network, data storage, and telecommunications infrastructure. These solutions, suitable for both enterprise and residential settings, encompass data cabinets, wall-mount enclosures, sophisticated horizontal and vertical cable management systems, and open-frame relay racks. The company also supplies specific datacom wiring products, including diverse enclosures, modules, and modular outlets designed for both individual homes and multi-unit residential buildings. Beyond standard offerings, OCC develops specialized fiber optic and copper datacom connectors, along with their associated systems and solutions, tailored for demanding applications such as military operations, harsh environmental conditions, and other unique requirements. Their products reach the market through a diverse network, including distributors, original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), value-added resellers (VARs), and direct sales to end-users. Established in 1983, Optical Cable Corporation maintains its corporate headquarters in Roanoke, Virginia.

                    Optical Cable (OCC) Earnings & Revenues

                    OCC Earnings Call

                    Q2 2026
                    0:00 / 0:00
                    Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                    The call communicated a clear operational and financial improvement: strong revenue growth, sizable gross profit and margin expansion, a return to quarterly profitability, and a materially larger backlog. These positive developments are tempered by industry constraints (optical fiber shortages and longer lead times), rising input costs, higher absolute SG&A, and some timing/visibility risks tied to product mix and distributor sales. Overall, the positives materially outweigh the manageable risks.View all DE:OCC earnings summaries
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