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7988 Stock Chart & Stats
¥4844.00
¥34.00(0.89%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥4844.00
¥34.00(0.89%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥3,572.00 - ¥5,562.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume285.20K
Average Volume (3M)224.60K
Market Cap
¥471.30B
Enterprise Value¥292.13K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥149.97B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥25.23B
Price to Earnings (P/E)14.0
Beta1.01
Next Earnings
Jul 31, 2026EPS Estimate
102.04Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.16%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)362.00
Shares Outstanding100,232,610
10 Day Avg. Volume201,910
30 Day Avg. Volume224,596
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.56
Price to Book (P/B)1.40
Price to Sales (P/S)1.17
P/FCF Ratio14.71
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 ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)399.45
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥369.17B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Conservative Balance Sheet / Low LeverageNifco's low and improving leverage provides durable financial flexibility: it can fund program investments, withstand auto-cycle downturns, and pursue selective capex or M&A without stressing liquidity. A strong capital base underpins resilience and long-term credit stability.
Design-in, Recurring High-volume Business ModelNifco's ability to win design-in positions creates durable, repeatable revenue streams and switching costs. Co-development ties the company to OEM programs, supporting long program lives, steady volumes, and margin recovery over multi-year automotive product cycles.
Solid Underlying Profitability And MarginsSustained gross and operating margins indicate structural competitiveness in design, manufacturing and cost control. Healthy operating profitability provides capacity to absorb input-cost swings, fund reinvestment and support returns even if top-line growth moderates.
Bears Say
Recent Revenue DeclineA ~11% recent revenue contraction highlights exposure to cyclical auto demand and program timing. Prolonged top-line weakness can erode scale benefits, reduce utilization, and pressure margins and investment plans absent new design wins or broader end-market recovery.
Volatile Net Margin / Earnings SensitivityMarked swings in net margin reflect sensitivity to resin costs, FX, product mix and below-the-line items. This volatility undermines earnings predictability, complicates planning for reinvestment/dividends and increases execution risk across multi-year customer programs.
Inconsistent Cash Conversion And Fluctuating FCFIntermittent cash conversion and falling FCF indicate working-capital swings or investment timing that can constrain discretionary spending. Even with low leverage, uneven cash generation raises the risk of funding gaps for capex, program ramp or shareholder returns.
Nifco Inc. News
7988 FAQ
What was Nifco Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nifco Inc. lowest stock price was ¥3572.00 and its highest was ¥5562.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Nifco Inc.’s market cap?
Nifco Inc.’s market cap is ¥471.30B.
When is Nifco Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nifco Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 31, 2026 which is in 8 days.
How were Nifco Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Nifco Inc. released its earnings results on May 14, 2026. The company reported ¥59.88 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ¥73.01 by -¥13.13.
Is Nifco Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nifco Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Nifco Inc. pay dividends?
Nifco Inc. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥56 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.16%. See more information on Nifco Inc. dividends here
What is Nifco Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Nifco Inc.’s EPS estimate is 102.04.
How many shares outstanding does Nifco Inc. have?
Nifco Inc. has 100,232,610 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nifco Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nifco Inc. reported an EPS of ¥59.88 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of ¥73.01. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -5.518%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nifco Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:7988
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Company Description
Nifco Inc.
Nifco Inc. is a global producer and distributor of industrial plastic components, serving markets across Japan, the rest of Asia, North America, and Europe. The company provides an extensive array of products for various applications, including automotive parts for fuel systems, engines, vehicle exteriors and interiors, and electric powertrains. For residential use, their offerings encompass drawer soft-closers, push-to-open latches, earthquake-resistant latches, and door damping mechanisms. In the consumer electronics and office automation sectors, Nifco supplies items like various dampers, free-stop hinges, magnetic catches, and push latches. Furthermore, they contribute to the fashion and sports industries with fasteners such as side release buckles, cord stoppers, and other buckle types. Beyond its core plastic operations, Nifco also manufactures beds and engages in the import and retail of furniture. Originally incorporated in 1946, the company changed its name from Japan Industry Fastener Inc. to Nifco Inc. in December 1970, and its headquarters are situated in Tokyo, Japan.
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