Signpost Corporation (JP:3996)

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Signpost Corporation

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Signpost Corporation (3996) Price & Analysis

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3996 Stock Chart & Stats

¥269.00

-¥8.00(-1.80%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥269.00

-¥8.00(-1.80%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥167.00 - ¥408.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume31.10K

Average Volume (3M)134.64K

Market Cap

¥2.20B

Enterprise Value¥925.25M

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥1.99B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥641.31M

Price to Earnings (P/E)29.4

Beta0.94

Next Earnings

Jul 10, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend YieldN/A

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)16.08

Shares Outstanding12,802,195

10 Day Avg. Volume95,240

30 Day Avg. Volume134,640

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio-0.64

Price to Book (P/B)1.84

Price to Sales (P/S)1.10

P/FCF Ratio30.79

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 ConsensusN/A

Number of Analyst Covering0

EPS Forecast (FY)N/A

Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Return To ProfitabilitySustained operating profitability over multiple years materially improves internal funding capacity and strategic optionality. A company that consistently posts operating profit can reinvest in product development, service delivery and sales, reducing reliance on external financing and supporting steady execution over the medium term.

Conservative Balance SheetVery low leverage provides durable financial flexibility: it cushions against cyclical shocks, lowers interest burden, and preserves capacity for M&A or capex. A conservatively financed balance sheet supports multi-quarter strategic initiatives and reduces refinancing risk across economic cycles.

Improved Cash GenerationThe shift to positive operating and free cash flow marks a structural improvement in cash conversion and operational health. Positive cash generation supports sustainable investment in growth, funds working capital needs, and increases resilience to short-term revenue swings over the next several quarters.

Bears Say

Earnings & Cash Flow VolatilityPronounced year-to-year swings in profits and free cash flow weaken predictability of future cash available for reinvestment or distributions. This volatility complicates budgeting, increases execution risk for multi-quarter initiatives, and raises the chance that one adverse quarter triggers funding or operational constraints.

Thin & Inconsistent MarginsConsistently thin and uneven margins limit the firm's ability to absorb input cost inflation or scale investments profitably. Without steady margin expansion, revenue growth will have limited impact on earnings resilience, constraining long-term competitiveness and making returns sensitive to adverse cost or pricing dynamics.

ROE / Profitability Stability RiskLarge swings in return on equity signal inconsistent ability to convert capital into sustainable profits. Persistent ROE volatility impairs long-term shareholder value creation, complicates capital allocation choices, and may reflect underlying operational or competitive weaknesses that persist beyond a single reporting period.

3996 FAQ

What was Signpost Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?

Signpost Corporation lowest stock price was ¥167.00 and its highest was ¥408.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Signpost Corporation’s market cap?

Signpost Corporation’s market cap is ¥2.20B.

When is Signpost Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?

Signpost Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 10, 2026 which is in 23 days.

How were Signpost Corporation’s earnings last quarter?

Signpost Corporation released its earnings results on Apr 13, 2026. The company reported ¥6.096 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥6.096.

Is Signpost Corporation overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Signpost Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Signpost Corporation pay dividends?

Signpost Corporation pays a Annually dividend of ¥2.5 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Signpost Corporation dividends here

What is Signpost Corporation’s EPS estimate?

Signpost Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Signpost Corporation have?

Signpost Corporation has 12,802,195 shares outstanding.

What happened to Signpost Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Signpost Corporation reported an EPS of ¥6.096 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.448%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Signpost Corporation?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3996

What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?

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Company Description

Signpost Corporation

Signpost Corporation, established in Tokyo, Japan in 2007, specializes in providing a diverse range of information technology (IT) services. Its primary clientele includes both the financial sector and various public sector organizations. For financial institutions like banks, investment firms, and credit card companies, Signpost offers strategic consulting. This encompasses developing IT strategies, conceptualizing new systems, and enhancing overall business operations. The company also extends its expertise to government bodies, both national and local. These public consulting services involve assisting with the planning, development, and execution of IT policies. They also provide support for process optimization, evaluating budget systems, streamlining the acquisition of IT systems, managing development projects, and facilitating the implementation of social security and tax identification systems. Furthermore, Signpost offers a suite of packaged solutions. These include services for business assessment, accelerating batch processing, electronic document management (e-flight), open system architectural guidelines, and open standard development frameworks. It also provides "Sales Advance Pro," which features a questionnaire capability. Additionally, the company has developed "WonderChr," an innovative cash register powered by artificial intelligence.