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Hi-Lex Corporation (JP:7279)
:7279
Japanese Market
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Hi-Lex Corporation (7279) Price & Analysis

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7279 Stock Chart & Stats

¥2812.00
-¥32.00(-2.07%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥2812.00
-¥32.00(-2.07%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Balance Sheet StrengthLow leverage and a healthy equity ratio provide durable financial flexibility. This reduces refinancing risk across auto cycles, supports program continuity for OEM contracts, and allows capital allocation to plant localization or tooling without immediate reliance on external financing.
Revenue And Margin ImprovementSteady top-line expansion combined with rising gross and operating margins signals better cost control and scale benefits. For a supplier to OEMs this improves competitiveness on bid pricing and enhances the ability to sustain investment in product and process improvements over multiple vehicle cycles.
Operating Cash Flow StabilityReliable operating cash generation underpins working capital needs and supports required capex for manufacturing and JIT supply. Stable cash flow enables timely tooling and localization spending critical to retain OEM platform awards and reduces dependence on external capital.
Bears Say
Volatile Free Cash FlowSwinging free cash flow constrains long-term capital allocation and shareholder returns. Volatility may reflect timing of capex, inventory or receivables tied to OEM schedules, reducing headroom for strategic investments or cushioning against prolonged downturns in vehicle production.
Low Net Profit MarginPersistently low net margins limit retained earnings and make profitability sensitive to commodity inputs or pricing pressure from OEMs. This reduces ability to absorb cost inflation and weakens long-term earnings resilience despite improvements at gross and EBIT levels.
Modest Recent Revenue GrowthVery modest recent top-line growth highlights exposure to OEM production cyclicality and dependence on winning new platform awards. Absent faster program wins or diversification, organic growth may remain constrained over the next several quarters.

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7279 FAQ

What was Hi-Lex Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
Hi-Lex Corporation lowest stock price was ¥1665.00 and its highest was ¥4020.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Hi-Lex Corporation’s market cap?
    Hi-Lex Corporation’s market cap is ¥89.72B.
      When is Hi-Lex Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Hi-Lex Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 04, 2026 which is in 90 days.
        How were Hi-Lex Corporation’s earnings last quarter?
        Hi-Lex Corporation released its earnings results on Jun 05, 2026. The company reported ¥942.98 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥942.98.
          Is Hi-Lex Corporation overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Hi-Lex Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Hi-Lex Corporation pay dividends?
            Hi-Lex Corporation pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥23 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.43%. See more information on Hi-Lex Corporation dividends here
              What is Hi-Lex Corporation’s EPS estimate?
              Hi-Lex Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Hi-Lex Corporation have?
              Hi-Lex Corporation has 38,216,760 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Hi-Lex Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Hi-Lex Corporation reported an EPS of ¥942.98 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -3.602%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hi-Lex Corporation?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:7279
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Hi-Lex Corporation

                    Hi-Lex Corporation operates in automobiles, marine vessels, construction and industrial equipment, welfare and home related, and medical related equipment businesses in Japan and internationally. It provides control cables, including general (pull), small-bending radius automotive manual transmission, push-pull, and seat cables; and system products comprising window regulators, sliding window systems, door modules, power sliding door systems, Spi-Rax direct systems, direct window openers, and power lift gate systems. The company also offers control boxes, steering systems, and control cables for marine vessels; construction and industrial equipment, such as accelerator actuators, PTO Hi-Lex (push-pull) systems, accelerator levers, and assist cables; and welfare and home related products consisting of air conditioner grill raising and lowering systems, and bathing aid device. In addition, it provides PCTA guide wires to guide a balloon catheter to the ailing area for treatment of the heart's coronary artery for a cardiac infarction, etc.; and indwelling subcutaneous catheter sets. Hi-Lex Corporation was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Takarazuka, Japan.

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