i-plug, Inc. (JP:4177)

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i-plug, Inc.

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i-plug, Inc. (4177) Price & Analysis

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4177 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1446.00

-¥41.00(-3.71%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥1446.00

-¥41.00(-3.71%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥1,123.00 - ¥1,850.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume1.50K

Average Volume (3M)4.75K

Market Cap

¥5.48B

Enterprise Value¥2.60B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥3.10B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥334.65M

Price to Earnings (P/E)11.6

Beta0.52

Next Earnings

Aug 19, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend YieldN/A

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)163.15

Shares Outstanding3,986,402

10 Day Avg. Volume2,590

30 Day Avg. Volume4,750

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio-0.61

Price to Book (P/B)3.11

Price to Sales (P/S)1.03

P/FCF Ratio4.15

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)202.5

Revenue Forecast (FY)¥7.50B

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Consistent Revenue GrowthSustained top-line expansion to ¥5.76B demonstrates strengthening demand for i-plug's recruiting platforms and services. Persistent revenue growth supports scale benefits, recurring client relationships, and provides a base to invest in product development and sales capabilities over multiple quarters.

Improved Profitability & MarginsA return to double-digit operating margins and positive net margin indicates the business has regained structural cost discipline and pricing power. Higher margin profile improves free cash flow potential and resilience to revenue variability, supporting reinvestment and shareholder returns.

De-risked Balance SheetMaterial deleveraging and equity growth markedly reduce solvency risk and increase financial flexibility. Lower leverage lessens interest burden, improves ability to withstand cyclical downturns, and makes targeted acquisitions or R&D spending less constrained by debt covenants.

Bears Say

Earnings VolatilityHistoric swings into losses and a recent decline in net profit despite revenue growth indicate earnings are variable and exposed to margin swings or one-off items. This variability complicates forecasting, raises execution risk, and may require conservatively higher capital buffers.

Inconsistent Cash GenerationWhile 2026 showed strong operating and free cash flow, the prior negative cash years and persistently sub‑1.0 coverage ratios signal unstable cash conversion. Inconsistent cash generation can constrain sustained capex, dividends, or debt servicing during downturns, raising financing risk.

EPS ContractionNegative EPS growth over the measured period suggests per‑share profitability has contracted, potentially from dilution, margin pressure, or episodic losses. Persistent EPS weakness can limit ability to build retained earnings and may indicate structural challenges in converting revenue into shareholder earnings.

4177 FAQ

What was i-plug, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?

i-plug, Inc. lowest stock price was ¥1123.00 and its highest was ¥1850.00 in the past 12 months.

What is i-plug, Inc.’s market cap?

i-plug, Inc.’s market cap is ¥5.48B.

When is i-plug, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?

i-plug, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 19, 2026 which is in 61 days.

How were i-plug, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?

i-plug, Inc. released its earnings results on May 14, 2026. The company reported ¥57.34 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥57.34.

Is i-plug, Inc. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts i-plug, Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does i-plug, Inc. pay dividends?

i-plug, Inc. pays a Notavailable dividend of ¥54 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on i-plug, Inc. dividends here

What is i-plug, Inc.’s EPS estimate?

i-plug, Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does i-plug, Inc. have?

i-plug, Inc. has 3,986,402 shares outstanding.

What happened to i-plug, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

i-plug, Inc. reported an EPS of ¥57.34 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.865%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of i-plug, Inc.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4177

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Company Description

i-plug, Inc.

i-plug, Inc. specializes in providing direct hiring solutions tailored for university graduates. A key offering is OfferBox, a dedicated direct recruitment platform that enables businesses to extend job opportunities straight to graduating students. It also operates PaceBox, an online employment marketplace connecting job seekers with direct hiring prospects. Additionally, the firm supplies eF-1G, an aptitude assessment tool crucial for streamlining human resource processes. Established in 2012, i-plug, Inc.'s main operations are based in Osaka, Japan.