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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
Strong Revenue Growth And BacklogStrong year-to-date sales growth, supported by a rising backlog and forward load, indicates expanding demand across OCC’s markets. Expected shipments over the next two to three quarters provide revenue visibility and support continued utilization of the company’s manufacturing capacity.
Improving Margins And ProfitabilityHigher gross margins and a return to profitability show that increased volume, manufacturing leverage, and operating efficiencies are improving earnings quality. If these gains persist, OCC can retain more revenue as profit and fund growth initiatives from a stronger earnings base.
Deleveraged Balance SheetNear elimination of debt materially reduces interest burden and financial risk, giving OCC greater flexibility to invest in equipment, staffing, and capacity. Minimal leverage also strengthens resilience if network spending or industrial demand becomes less favorable over the next several quarters.
Bears Say
Weak Cash ConversionPositive reported earnings are not translating efficiently into cash, suggesting that working capital or other cash needs are absorbing much of the profit. Persistent weak conversion could limit internally funded expansion and make growth more dependent on revolver availability.
Optical Fiber Shortages Constrain ExecutionOngoing fiber shortages and supply-chain delays can restrict OCC’s ability to convert strong customer demand into timely shipments and revenue. If constraints persist, they may delay backlog fulfillment, raise operating complexity, and prevent capacity investments from reaching full productivity.
Thin And Volatile Operating ProfitabilityA thin operating margin leaves limited protection against cost increases, product-mix shifts, or slower volume growth. The recent history of alternating profits and losses also indicates that improved results have not yet established a consistently durable earnings profile.

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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 €114.64M.
      When is Optical Cable Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Optical Cable Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Dec 21, 2026 which is in 66 days.
        How were Optical Cable Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
        Optical Cable Corp. released its earnings results on Sep 09, 2026. The company reported €0.181 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of €0.172 by €0.009.
          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 0.19.
              How many shares outstanding does Optical Cable Corp. have?
              Optical Cable Corp. has 8,842,024 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Optical Cable Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Optical Cable Corp. reported an EPS of €0.181 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of €0.172. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 11.57%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Optical Cable Corp.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in DE:OCC
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  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

                    Optical Cable Stock Smart Score

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                    Technicals

                    SMA
                    Positive
                    20 days / 200 days
                    Momentum
                    40.59%
                    12-Months-Change

                    Fundamentals

                    Return on Equity
                    11.50%
                    Trailing 12-Months
                    Asset Growth
                    11.67%
                    Trailing 12-Months
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                    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

                    Q3 2026
                    0:00 / 0:00
                    Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                    The call was strongly positive overall. OCC reported substantial growth in revenue, gross profit, margins and net income, along with rising backlog, strong demand across key markets, improved working capital and continued capacity expansion efforts. The company faces explicit supply-chain constraints, longer data center sales cycles, higher operating costs and uncertainty around seasonality, demand duration and future margins, but management said demand remains strong and that OCC is managing the challenges effectively.View all DE:OCC earnings summaries
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