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Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. (JP:6480)
:6480
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Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. (6480) Price & Analysis

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6480 Stock Chart & Stats

¥817.00
-¥2.00(-0.40%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥817.00
-¥2.00(-0.40%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Leverage ImprovementA materially lower debt-to-equity (~0.16) meaningfully improves financial resilience. This reduces interest and refinancing pressure, increases flexibility for capex or opportunistic investments, and strengthens the balance sheet to withstand cyclical downturns over the medium term.
Cash Flow RecoveryOperating cash flow and free cash flow rebounded in 2026, with FCF covering about two-thirds of net income. Reliable cash generation supports reinvestment in product development and working capital, reduces reliance on external funding, and underpins long-term operational stability.
Revenue And Margin ReboundA solid revenue increase alongside margin recovery signals improved demand and operational leverage. Given the firm's product mix in motion components for automation, sustained revenue and margin improvement reflects better market penetration and the structural tailwinds from factory automation and semiconductor equipment investment.
Bears Say
Cash Flow InconsistencyIntermittent negative OCF/FCF illustrates execution and working-capital timing risks. Inconsistent cash generation can constrain capital allocation, force periodic external financing, and make it harder to sustain investment or dividends during weaker demand periods, reducing predictability.
Earnings VolatilityProfitability has swung materially across years, reflecting sensitivity to end-market capex cycles. Persistent volatility in margins reduces forecastability of earnings, complicates long-term planning, and may limit the company's ability to commit to sustained R&D, pricing improvements, or larger strategic projects.
Historic Leverage VariabilityAlthough leverage improved in 2026, prior years showed higher, inconsistent leverage levels. This history suggests capital structure discipline has fluctuated, which can re-emerge under stress and impair financial flexibility if management relaxes deleveraging once conditions normalize.

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6480 FAQ

What was Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥592.00 and its highest was ¥2580.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥114.45B.
      When is Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 07, 2026 which is in 8 days.
        How were Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 18, 2026. The company reported ¥15.74 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
          Is Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥16 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.91%. See more information on Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. dividends here
              What is Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. have?
              Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. has 73,501,430 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥15.74 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 11.556%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:6480
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                    Company Description

                    Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.

                    Operating globally under its IKO brand, Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. is a Japanese enterprise specializing in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of various industrial components. Its extensive product catalog includes a diverse range of needle roller bearings, such as radial, combined, and thrust types, along with cam followers, roller followers, crossed roller bearings, and spherical bushings. These critical components find application across numerous industries, including automobiles, motorcycles, printing machines, industrial robots, and construction machinery. The company also provides a comprehensive line of linear motion rolling guides, featuring products like linear ways/linear roller ways, crossed roller ways, linear slide units, linear ball splines, linear bushings, stroke rotary bushings, and various roller way and flat roller cage assemblies. Additionally, Nippon Thompson manufactures precision positioning tables, which utilize ball screw drives, linear motor drives, and timing belt drive mechanisms, supplied with complementary controllers. These high-precision systems are vital for equipment used in the manufacturing of semiconductors, flat panel displays, and other sensitive machinery. Founded in Tokyo, Japan, in 1950, the company was initially known as Daiichi-Kogyo Co., Ltd. and officially adopted its present name, Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd., in 1963.

                    Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. (6480) Earnings & Revenues

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