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6998 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1508.00
¥2.00(0.16%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1508.00
¥2.00(0.16%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,262.00 - ¥2,578.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.70K
Average Volume (3M)12.05K
Market Cap
¥9.20B
Enterprise Value¥11.47B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥3.21B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥2.46B
Price to Earnings (P/E)33.3
Beta0.66
Next Earnings
Aug 05, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.78%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)55.61
Shares Outstanding5,155,520
10 Day Avg. Volume19,080
30 Day Avg. Volume12,046
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.60
Price to Book (P/B)0.73
Price to Sales (P/S)0.76
P/FCF Ratio74.88
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
Balance Sheet StrengthA conservatively financed balance sheet with low debt-to-equity and a growing equity base provides durable financial flexibility for a cyclical metals manufacturer. This reduces refinancing risk, supports capex or strategic investments, and cushions downturns without forcing distress-driven asset sales.
Gross Margin StabilityConsistent gross margins around 22%–25% imply steady input-cost pass-through or stable manufacturing efficiency at the production level. For an industrial materials supplier, this stability supports predictable unit economics and underpins medium-term cash generation despite volatility below the operating line.
Revenue ResilienceModest but stable revenue growth and a rebound after a prior dip indicate enduring demand from industrial customers. This B2B revenue resilience supports capacity utilization and long-term relationships, helping sustain sales even through manufacturing cycle fluctuations over the next several months.
Bears Say
Margin CompressionA material drop in net margin reflects rising below-the-line costs or weaker operating leverage, eroding return on equity and reinvestment capacity. If sustained, compressed margins limit capital available for modernization, R&D, or pricing initiatives and weaken long-term profitability.
Free Cash Flow VolatilityHighly variable free cash flow—thin recently and a large negative swing in 2024—creates funding uncertainty for capex, dividends, or working-capital needs. Persistent FCF volatility raises the risk of external financing dependency and constrains strategic investments over the medium term.
Operating Profitability DeclineA marked fall in operating margin versus prior years points to structural pressures—cost inflation, pricing weakness, or inefficiencies. Lower operating profitability reduces internal cash generation and competitive headroom, making recovery dependent on lasting operational or commercial improvements.
Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd. News
6998 FAQ
What was Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥1262.00 and its highest was ¥2578.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥9.20B.
When is Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 05, 2026 which is in 6 days.
How were Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on May 14, 2026. The company reported -¥56.2 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -¥56.2.
Is Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥30 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.78%. See more information on Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd. dividends here
What is Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd. have?
Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd. has 5,155,520 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of -¥56.2 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.034%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:6998
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Company Description
Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd.
Nippon Tungsten Co., Ltd., founded in 1931 and headquartered in Fukuoka, Japan, is a leading provider of rare metal and fine ceramic products. The company's expertise lies primarily in tungsten-based materials, developed through sophisticated powder metallurgical technology. Its diverse product range caters to numerous industrial applications. For instance, the automotive sector benefits from their tungsten wire, rods, ribbons, SC molybdenum, resistance welding electrodes, TD/TCP/Starter contacts, silicon nitride, and specialized roll press machines. They also produce various heavy alloys. In the realm of electric machinery and tools, Nippon Tungsten supplies discharge tungsten wire and electric discharge machining (EDM) electrodes. For demanding tooling applications, the company manufactures cemented carbides and advanced ceramic materials designed for superior wear and shock resistance, including NT die cutters and precision fine ceramic cutting tools. Other offerings include seal rings, sleeves, corrosion-resistant sliding materials, and porous ceramics essential for efficient workpiece transfer. Beyond its core materials manufacturing, Nippon Tungsten expands its business activities to include real estate leasing and management, renewable energy power generation, and the sale of electricity.
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