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i-plug, Inc. (4177) Stock Price & Analysis

4177 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1,364.00-¥14.00(-1.02%)
At close: 3:30 PM GMT+9
JPY 1,400JPY 1,500JPY 1,6003 Aug17 Aug31 Aug14 Sep28 Sep13 Oct26 Oct
Day’s Range
JPY 1,360.00 - JPY 1,384.00
52-Week Range
JPY 1,123.00 - JPY 1,850.00
Previous Close
JPY 1,378.00
Volume
1,500
Average Volume (3M)
9,067
Market Cap
JPY 5.46B
Enterprise Value
JPY 2.25B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)
JPY 3.10B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)
JPY 334.65M
Price to Earnings (P/E)
13.7
Beta
0.60
Next Earnings
Nov 13, 2026 (Est.)
EPS Estimate
N/A
Next Dividend Ex-Date
Mar 30, 2027
Dividend Yield
3.96%

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Revenue And Profit Recovery

Consistent revenue growth and a return to profitability indicate that the recruitment platform is regaining operating traction. Positive operating and net margins provide a stronger base for reinvestment and customer development over the next several quarters.

Deleveraged Balance Sheet

The substantial reduction in leverage improves financial resilience and reduces the burden of debt on future cash flows. A larger equity base also gives i-plug greater flexibility to withstand business volatility and fund continued platform investment.

Recent Cash Generation

Strong recent operating and free cash flow show that reported earnings converted effectively into cash in 2026. This supports internally funded growth, strengthens liquidity, and gives management more flexibility in allocating capital without relying heavily on external financing.

Bears Say

Declining Net Profit Quality

A year-over-year decline in net profit while revenue increased indicates that growth is not translating consistently into bottom-line expansion. If this pattern persists, it could limit reinvestment capacity and make the recent profitability recovery less durable.

History Of Earnings Volatility

The prior losses demonstrate that i-plug’s profitability can swing materially across the cycle. This history makes the current recovery less proven and raises the risk that weaker operating conditions could again pressure margins, earnings, and capital resources.

Inconsistent Cash Coverage

Although cash generation improved sharply in 2026, earlier negative cash flow and consistently sub-one coverage indicate that conversion has not been reliably robust over time. This can constrain financial planning and increase dependence on sustained operating improvement.

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 ¥5.46B.
When is i-plug, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
The company’s upcoming earnings report date is not yet available.
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?
Not enough analysts have published a price target to calculate whether the price is overvalued.
Does i-plug, Inc. pay dividends?
i-plug, Inc. pays a Notavailable dividend of ¥54 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.96%. 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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