Espec Corp. (JP:6859)
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6859 Stock Chart & Stats
¥3355.00
-¥33.00(-1.24%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥3355.00
-¥33.00(-1.24%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥2,251.00 - ¥4,120.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume34.20K
Average Volume (3M)69.88K
Market Cap
¥73.49B
Enterprise Value¥58.01B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥13.56B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥73.00M
Price to Earnings (P/E)13.0
Beta1.10
Next Earnings
May 14, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.12%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)64.61
Shares Outstanding23,781,393
10 Day Avg. Volume67,030
30 Day Avg. Volume69,880
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.42
Price to Book (P/B)0.92
Price to Sales (P/S)0.77
P/FCF Ratio22.98
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)291.63
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥71.65B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Low Leverage / Strong Equity BaseNear-zero financial leverage and a 74.7% equity ratio give Espec durable financial flexibility. Strong cash reserves and low debt reduce refinancing and interest risks, supporting investment in R&D, project execution, and aftermarket capabilities over the next 2-6 months.
Robust Gross And Operating MarginsHigh gross and healthy operating margins reflect product differentiation and pricing power in engineered test systems. Sustained margins support reinvestment, service growth and cash generation, making underlying profitability resilient across medium-term industry cycles.
Strong Cash Generation And FCF GrowthVery large FCF growth and solid cash conversion demonstrate efficient working-capital and capex management. Persistent free cash generation underpins dividends, aftermarket service investment, and balance-sheet strength, supporting durable operational stability over months.
Bears Say
End-market Cyclicality ExposureEspec's core revenues depend on customers' R&D and capex timing in cyclic industries. Equipment and project sales can fluctuate with customer investment cycles, creating revenue volatility and lumpy order timing that can persist across 2-6 month horizons despite steady services revenue.
Moderate Return On EquityROE around 10.6% indicates only moderate efficiency in converting equity into profits. Given strong margins and cash, the company may underutilize capital or face structural limits to growth, which could constrain long-term shareholder returns absent improved capital allocation.
Negative Recent EPS GrowthA negative EPS growth figure signals earnings pressure despite revenue and margin strengths. If driven by mix, investments or one-offs, it may persist into subsequent quarters and reduce near-term earnings visibility and the capacity to sustainably raise payouts or invest without weighing on EPS.
Espec Corp. News
6859 FAQ
What was Espec Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Espec Corp. lowest stock price was ¥2251.00 and its highest was ¥4120.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Espec Corp.’s market cap?
Espec Corp.’s market cap is ¥73.49B.
When is Espec Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Espec Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 14, 2026 which is in 15 days.
How were Espec Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
Espec Corp. released its earnings results on Feb 12, 2026. The company reported ¥64.61 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥64.61.
Is Espec Corp. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Espec Corp.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Espec Corp. pay dividends?
Espec Corp. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥70 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.12%. See more information on Espec Corp. dividends here
What is Espec Corp.’s EPS estimate?
Espec Corp.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Espec Corp. have?
Espec Corp. has 23,781,393 shares outstanding.
What happened to Espec Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Espec Corp. reported an EPS of ¥64.61 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -7.351%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Espec Corp.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:6859
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Company Description
Espec Corp.
Espec Corp. manufactures and sells environmental test chambers worldwide. It operates through three segments: Equipment Business, Service Business, and Other Business. The company offers temperature and humidity chambers/rapid-rate thermal cycle chambers, thermal shock chambers, temperature chambers, and network solutions. It also provides secondary battery-related equipment; measurement and evaluation systems, and semiconductor-related equipment; and indoor farm and growth chambers. In addition, the company offers after-sales and engineering services; laboratory testing and consulting services; and analysis, calibration, and equipment rental and resale services. Espec Corp. was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.
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