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Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. (JP:6480)
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Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. (6480) Price & Analysis

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¥817.00
-¥2.00(-0.40%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥817.00
-¥2.00(-0.40%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Product Portfolio & End-marketsNippon Thompson supplies standardized and engineered linear guides, bearings and modules into machine tools, semiconductor and factory automation – diverse end-markets with structural automation and miniaturization drivers. This broad product/end-market mix supports recurring design‑ins and aftermarket replacement demand, reducing single‑industry reliance and improving revenue resiliency over the medium term.
Stable Balance SheetManagement’s conservative leverage and healthy equity base provide financial flexibility to invest in R&D, meet working capital needs, and withstand cyclical downturns. A solid balance sheet limits refinancing risk and allows the company to pursue engineered product development and targeted capital spending that underpin long‑term competitiveness.
Operational Profitability & Revenue GrowthDespite margin variability, the company consistently generates positive EBIT/EBITDA and delivered ~12% revenue growth, indicating underlying operating leverage in its precision components business. Sustained EBITDA allows reinvestment into product engineering and aftermarket support, bolstering long‑term margin recovery and customer retention.
Bears Say
Volatile Cash GenerationInconsistent operating cash conversion and volatile free cash flow constrain the firm’s ability to fund capex, R&D or return capital reliably. Over a 2–6 month horizon, this variability increases reliance on liquidity buffers and can limit strategic investments that drive durable product improvements and aftermarket services.
Inconsistent ProfitabilityThe company’s gross and net margins have shown swings, and recent declines highlight susceptibility to input costs, pricing pressure, or product-mix shifts. Persistent margin inconsistency undermines predictability of earnings and could impede sustained investment in high‑margin engineered solutions that support long‑term competitive advantage.
Cyclicality Of End-marketsSignificant exposure to machine tools, semiconductor and industrial capex makes revenue and order flows cyclical. Structural industry cycles can produce multi‑quarter swings in bookings and utilization, increasing operational and working capital volatility and challenging the stability of margins and cash generation across business cycles.

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What was Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥380.00 and its highest was ¥1131.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥67.13B.
      When is Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 18, 2026 which is in 70 days.
        How were Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?
        Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Nov 10, 2025. The company reported ¥14.36 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥14.36.
          Is Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
            Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥14 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.82%. See more information on Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. dividends here
              What is Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?
              Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. have?
              Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. has 73,501,430 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥14.36 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.036%.
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                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:6480
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                    Company Description

                    Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.

                    Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. develops, manufactures, and sells needle roller bearings, linear motion rolling guides, precision positioning tables, and machine components under the IKO brand in Japan and internationally. The company's needle roller bearings comprise radial type and combined type needle roller bearings, and thrust bearings, as well as cam followers, roller followers, crossed roller bearings, and spherical bushings for applications in automobiles, motorcycles, printing machines, industrial robots, and construction machinery. Its linear motion rolling guides include linear way/ linear roller way, crossed roller way, linear slide unit, linear ball spine, linear bushing, stroke rotary bushing, and roller way and flat roller cage products; and precision positioning table series of products comprise ball screw drives, linear motor drives, timing belt drive type, and controllers for use in semiconductor and flat panel display manufacturing equipment, and other precision equipment. The company was formerly known as Daiichi-Kogyo Co., Ltd. and changed its name to Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. in 1963. Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

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