Lead Co., Inc. (JP:6982)
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6982 Stock Chart & Stats
¥594.00
-¥5.00(-0.82%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥594.00
-¥5.00(-0.82%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥535.00 - ¥679.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.60K
Average Volume (3M)2.04K
Market Cap
¥1.49B
Enterprise Value¥4.21B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥1.58B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥3.61B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.61
Next Earnings
Aug 11, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield1.74%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-49.87
Shares Outstanding2,632,960
10 Day Avg. Volume1,950
30 Day Avg. Volume2,043
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.65
Price to Book (P/B)0.60
Price to Sales (P/S)0.30
P/FCF Ratio6.19
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
Revenue Growth MomentumA strong 24.7% revenue rebound in 2026 indicates recovering end-market demand and improved top-line traction. Sustained revenue growth supports better fixed-cost absorption and scale economics, which can materially improve operating leverage and resiliency over the next several quarters.
Operating Cash Flow StrengthMaterial improvement in operating cash flow to ~¥800M in 2026 shows the business is generating cash from core operations despite recent accounting losses. Persistent positive OCF provides the company durable flexibility for working capital, servicing debt, and funding targeted capex without relying solely on external financing.
Equity BufferA relatively stable equity base of ~¥2.4–¥2.9B offers a balance-sheet buffer against cyclical volatility and operating losses. This capital base supports continued operations and provides downside protection while management works to restore consistent profitability and deleverage over time.
Bears Say
Inconsistent ProfitabilityThe swing from modest profits in earlier years to operating and net losses in 2025–2026 highlights unstable earnings quality. Persistent negative operating profit undermines internal funding for growth, weakens retained earnings, and makes sustained margin recovery a prerequisite for long-term financial health.
Meaningful LeverageElevated leverage at roughly 1.2–1.7x debt-to-equity increases financial risk, limiting flexibility and raising refinancing and interest-cost exposure. Until profitability and consistent cash generation improve, this leverage magnifies downside in weaker demand periods and constrains strategic investments.
Volatile Free Cash FlowWhile 2026 FCF returned positive, the pattern of volatile free cash flow and prior negative years signals sensitivity to capex and working-capital swings. Combined with meaningful debt, FCF volatility can pressure liquidity and hamper consistent deleveraging or reinvestment during downturns.
6982 FAQ
What was Lead Co., Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Lead Co., Inc. lowest stock price was ¥535.00 and its highest was ¥679.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Lead Co., Inc.’s market cap?
Lead Co., Inc.’s market cap is ¥1.49B.
When is Lead Co., Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Lead Co., Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 11, 2026 which is in 48 days.
How were Lead Co., Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Lead Co., Inc. released its earnings results on May 15, 2026. The company reported ¥57.74 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥57.74.
Is Lead Co., Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Lead Co., Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Lead Co., Inc. pay dividends?
Lead Co., Inc. pays a Annually dividend of ¥11.906 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.74%. See more information on Lead Co., Inc. dividends here
What is Lead Co., Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Lead Co., Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Lead Co., Inc. have?
Lead Co., Inc. has 2,632,960 shares outstanding.
What happened to Lead Co., Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Lead Co., Inc. reported an EPS of ¥57.74 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.758%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Lead Co., Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:6982
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Company Description
Lead Co., Inc.
The Lead Co., Inc., a company established in 1945 and based in Kumagaya, Japan, specializes in the design, manufacturing, and distribution of several product lines within Japan. Its core offerings include various automotive components, such as bumpers, doors, and handbrake levers. The company also produces specialized racks and enclosures for electronic equipment, providing items like system racks, electrical cases, and hydraulic punches. Furthermore, The Lead Co. offers a comprehensive service for bicycle parking solutions, encompassing everything from initial planning, development, and design through manufacturing, sales, installation, and ongoing maintenance. This includes bicycle parking racks and products related to electric kickboards.