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Qualstar (QBAK)
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Qualstar (QBAK) Price & Analysis

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QBAK Stock Chart & Stats

$3.25
-$0.30(-12.24%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$3.25
-$0.30(-12.24%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue ReboundThe TTM revenue recovery indicates renewed demand for Qualstar’s storage products and provides a larger base from which management can improve utilization, margins, and operating leverage over the next several quarters.
Low Financial LeverageConservative leverage reduces refinancing pressure and interest burden, giving Qualstar greater resilience during weak operating periods and preserving financial flexibility to support inventory, product development, or customer requirements.
Niche Archival Storage FocusFocus on automated tape libraries serves organizations with persistent backup and retention needs, including enterprise and institutional users. This specialized role can support recurring demand where durability, scalability, and long-term preservation matter.
Bears Say
Severe Profitability WeaknessDeep net losses and nearly negligible operating margins show that current sales are not generating adequate returns. Without meaningful margin improvement, growth may not translate into stronger equity value or internally funded expansion.
Negative Cash GenerationNegative operating and free cash flow weakens self-funding capacity and may increase reliance on existing balance-sheet resources. The history of volatile cash conversion also makes investment, inventory planning, and shareholder returns less dependable.
Unstable Operating PerformanceChoppy revenue and earnings performance indicates limited operating stability and weak scalability. This inconsistency makes it harder to forecast demand, sustain investment, or demonstrate that the recent revenue rebound represents a durable improvement.

QBAK FAQ

What was Qualstar’s price range in the past 12 months?
Qualstar lowest stock price was $2.15 and its highest was $6.92 in the past 12 months.
    What is Qualstar’s market cap?
    Qualstar’s market cap is $13.71M.
      When is Qualstar’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Qualstar’s upcoming earnings report date is May 12, 2027 which is in 257 days.
        How were Qualstar’s earnings last quarter?
        Qualstar released its earnings results on Aug 13, 2026. The company reported -$0.266 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
          Is Qualstar overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Qualstar’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Qualstar pay dividends?
            Qualstar pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.12 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Qualstar dividends here
              What is Qualstar’s EPS estimate?
              Qualstar’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Qualstar have?
              Qualstar has 4,142,562 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Qualstar’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Qualstar reported an EPS of -$0.266 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went same 0%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Qualstar?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in QBAK
                  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

                    Qualstar

                    Qualstar Corporation, established in 1984 and headquartered in Camarillo, California, operates globally in two primary sectors: power solutions and data storage systems. The company markets its data storage products under the Qualstar brand and its power supplies as N2Power. Qualstar designs, produces, and sells switching power supplies that convert alternating current (AC) to direct current (DC) or one DC voltage to another. These power units are essential for a variety of electronic devices, including telecom gear, industrial machinery, networking hardware like routers and switches, wireless systems, and gaming consoles. Furthermore, Qualstar offers support for and distributes data storage equipment designed for saving, accessing, and organizing digital information, primarily within networked computing environments. Its diverse clientele includes original equipment manufacturers, corporate IT departments, and small to mid-sized businesses, reached through an extensive network of distributors, resellers, and independent sales agents.

                    Qualstar (QBAK) Earnings & Revenues

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