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4177 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1446.00
-¥41.00(-3.71%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1446.00
-¥41.00(-3.71%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,123.00 - ¥1,850.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.50K
Average Volume (3M)1.66K
Market Cap
¥6.11B
Enterprise Value¥2.25K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥3.10B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥334.65M
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.3
Beta0.60
Next Earnings
Nov 18, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.54%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)163.15
Shares Outstanding4,006,345
10 Day Avg. Volume1,640
30 Day Avg. Volume1,663
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.61
Price to Book (P/B)3.11
Price to Sales (P/S)1.03
P/FCF Ratio4.15
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)202.5
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥7.50B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Revenue And Profit RecoverySustained revenue growth alongside a return to operating and net profitability indicates improved execution and demand. If maintained, this recovery can strengthen internal funding capacity and provide a more durable base for future expansion.
Deleveraged Balance SheetThe sharp reduction in leverage and expansion of equity materially improve financial resilience. A stronger capital structure lowers balance-sheet risk, increases flexibility during business fluctuations, and supports investment without relying as heavily on external financing.
Strong Recent Cash GenerationRecent operating and free cash flow show that reported earnings are converting into liquidity, improving the company’s ability to fund operations, reduce financial risk, and support strategic initiatives. This is a meaningful strengthening of its financial foundation.
Bears Say
Mixed Earnings QualityProfit deterioration despite revenue growth suggests that incremental sales are not translating consistently into stronger bottom-line results. Persistent pressure on earnings conversion could limit reinvestment capacity and make the recent profitability recovery less durable.
Profitability VolatilityThe history of consecutive losses and changing returns indicates sensitivity to operating conditions and execution. This volatility raises uncertainty around the sustainability of current margins and means future downturns could again weaken equity and financial flexibility.
Inconsistent Cash Flow CoverageAlthough 2026 cash generation was strong, the broader record is uneven and coverage has not been consistently robust. This could make funding less predictable across the cycle and increase reliance on working-capital improvements or external financing.
4177 FAQ
What was i-plug, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
i-plug, Inc. lowest stock price was ¥1123.00 and its highest was ¥1850.00 in the past 12 months.
What is i-plug, Inc.’s market cap?
i-plug, Inc.’s market cap is ¥6.11B.
When is i-plug, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
i-plug, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 18, 2026 which is in 72 days.
How were i-plug, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
i-plug, Inc. released its earnings results on Aug 14, 2026. The company reported -¥66 earnings per share for the quarter.
Is i-plug, Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts i-plug, Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does i-plug, Inc. pay dividends?
i-plug, Inc. pays a Annually dividend of ¥54 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.54%. See more information on i-plug, Inc. dividends here
What is i-plug, Inc.’s EPS estimate?
i-plug, Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does i-plug, Inc. have?
i-plug, Inc. has 4,006,345 shares outstanding.
What happened to i-plug, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
i-plug, Inc. reported an EPS of -¥66 in its last earnings report. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.924%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of i-plug, Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4177
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Company Description
i-plug, Inc.
i-plug, Inc. specializes in providing direct hiring solutions tailored for university graduates. A key offering is OfferBox, a dedicated direct recruitment platform that enables businesses to extend job opportunities straight to graduating students. It also operates PaceBox, an online employment marketplace connecting job seekers with direct hiring prospects. Additionally, the firm supplies eF-1G, an aptitude assessment tool crucial for streamlining human resource processes. Established in 2012, i-plug, Inc.'s main operations are based in Osaka, Japan.
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