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7988 Stock Chart & Stats
¥4844.00
¥34.00(0.89%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥4844.00
¥34.00(0.89%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥3,941.00 - ¥5,562.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume285.20K
Average Volume (3M)224.60K
Market Cap
¥472.80B
Enterprise Value¥333.13K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥144.80B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥25.21B
Price to Earnings (P/E)14.4
Beta0.96
Next Earnings
Oct 29, 2026EPS Estimate
91.59Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.15%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)354.19
Shares Outstanding100,232,610
10 Day Avg. Volume201,910
30 Day Avg. Volume224,596
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.56
Price to Book (P/B)1.40
Price to Sales (P/S)1.17
P/FCF Ratio14.71
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price TargetN/A
Price Target UpsideN/A
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)401.2
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥369.27B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Conservative Balance SheetNifco's very low and improving leverage, plus meaningful equity growth, provide durable financial flexibility. A conservative capital structure supports investment in tooling and R&D, cushions cyclical auto demand, and reduces refinancing risk over the next several quarters.
Solid Profitability And Product PositioningThe company earns healthy gross and operating margins driven by engineered resin designs and manufacturing scale. Durable margin drivers include proprietary tooling, design‑ins with OEMs, and repeat program volumes that sustain profitability across product cycles.
Consistent Cash GenerationConsistently positive operating and free cash flow underpin the company's ability to fund capex, service obligations, and shareholder distributions without relying on debt. This cash generation supports long‑term reinvestment into molds, automation, and product development.
Bears Say
Net Margin VolatilitySignificant swings in net margin indicate earnings are sensitive to cost inflation, FX moves, and product mix. That volatility makes forward profit visibility harder, complicates planning for reinvestment and dividends, and raises operational forecasting risk over coming quarters.
Uneven Cash ConversionPeriodic working‑capital swings and variable free cash flow reduce the reliability of internally generated funds. Even with positive cash flow history, uneven conversion can constrain discretionary spending and increase reliance on timing or external funding for major capex projects.
Recent EPS DeclineA roughly 25% EPS contraction signals near‑term profitability pressure versus prior periods. Persistent EPS declines can limit room for margin expansion or higher returns, and may necessitate cost or pricing actions that take time to implement and realize.
Nifco Inc. News
7988 FAQ
What was Nifco Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nifco Inc. lowest stock price was ¥3941.00 and its highest was ¥5562.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Nifco Inc.’s market cap?
Nifco Inc.’s market cap is ¥472.80B.
When is Nifco Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nifco Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Oct 29, 2026 which is in 75 days.
How were Nifco Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Nifco Inc. released its earnings results on Jul 31, 2026. The company reported ¥47.73 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ¥102.04 by -¥54.31.
Is Nifco Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nifco Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Nifco Inc. pay dividends?
Nifco Inc. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥56 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.15%. See more information on Nifco Inc. dividends here
What is Nifco Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Nifco Inc.’s EPS estimate is 91.59.
How many shares outstanding does Nifco Inc. have?
Nifco Inc. has 100,232,610 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nifco Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nifco Inc. reported an EPS of ¥47.73 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of ¥102.04. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.38%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nifco Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:7988
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Company Description
Nifco Inc.
Nifco Inc. is a global producer and distributor of industrial plastic components, serving markets across Japan, the rest of Asia, North America, and Europe. The company provides an extensive array of products for various applications, including automotive parts for fuel systems, engines, vehicle exteriors and interiors, and electric powertrains. For residential use, their offerings encompass drawer soft-closers, push-to-open latches, earthquake-resistant latches, and door damping mechanisms. In the consumer electronics and office automation sectors, Nifco supplies items like various dampers, free-stop hinges, magnetic catches, and push latches. Furthermore, they contribute to the fashion and sports industries with fasteners such as side release buckles, cord stoppers, and other buckle types. Beyond its core plastic operations, Nifco also manufactures beds and engages in the import and retail of furniture. Originally incorporated in 1946, the company changed its name from Japan Industry Fastener Inc. to Nifco Inc. in December 1970, and its headquarters are situated in Tokyo, Japan.
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