Signpost Corporation (JP:3996)

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Signpost Corporation

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Signpost Corporation (3996) Price & Analysis

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3996 Stock Chart & Stats

¥269.00

-¥8.00(-1.80%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥269.00

-¥8.00(-1.80%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥167.00 - ¥408.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume31.10K

Average Volume (3M)134.64K

Market Cap

¥2.19B

Enterprise Value¥906.59M

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥1.99B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥641.31M

Price to Earnings (P/E)28.5

Beta0.94

Next Earnings

Jul 10, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend YieldN/A

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)16.08

Shares Outstanding12,802,195

10 Day Avg. Volume95,240

30 Day Avg. Volume134,640

Financial Highlights & Ratios

PEG Ratio-0.64

Price to Book (P/B)1.84

Price to Sales (P/S)1.10

P/FCF Ratio30.79

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)N/A

Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say

Conservative Balance SheetLow leverage and growing equity give the company financial flexibility to fund operations, invest in products, or pursue small M&A without relying on heavy external financing. This conservatism reduces bankruptcy risk and supports resilience through cyclical or execution setbacks over the next several months.

Return To Profitability & Revenue GrowthA sustained shift from losses to recurring operating profit and net income indicates the business model can generate positive results as scale or execution improves. Consistent revenue growth paired with profitable years provides a stronger base for reinvestment and strategic planning over a 2–6 month horizon.

Improved Cash GenerationThe move to positive operating and free cash flow demonstrates improved cash conversion and internal funding ability for operations and capex. Even if cash flows remain uneven, sustained positive cash generation reduces reliance on external financing and supports longer-term operational stability.

Bears Say

Earnings & Cash Flow VolatilitySignificant year-over-year swings in profits and free cash flow signal weak earnings quality and unpredictable cash conversion. This volatility undermines budgeting, makes reinvestment planning harder, and raises execution risk for strategic initiatives over the medium term.

Thin And Inconsistent MarginsPersistent thin margins leave limited room to absorb cost inflation, competitive price pressure, or one-off charges. Inconsistent margin performance suggests structural or operational inefficiencies that could constrain sustainable profitability and cash generation if not resolved.

ROE And Profitability Stability RiskWide swings in ROE reflect inconsistent returns on shareholder capital, indicating earnings instability even with low leverage. That unpredictability complicates capital allocation and undermines investor confidence in the firm's ability to consistently generate attractive returns over the coming months.

3996 FAQ

What was Signpost Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?

Signpost Corporation lowest stock price was ¥167.00 and its highest was ¥408.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Signpost Corporation’s market cap?

Signpost Corporation’s market cap is ¥2.19B.

When is Signpost Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?

Signpost Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 10, 2026 which is in 27 days.

How were Signpost Corporation’s earnings last quarter?

Signpost Corporation released its earnings results on Apr 13, 2026. The company reported ¥6.096 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥6.096.

Is Signpost Corporation overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Signpost Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Signpost Corporation pay dividends?

Signpost Corporation pays a Annually dividend of ¥2.5 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Signpost Corporation dividends here

What is Signpost Corporation’s EPS estimate?

Signpost Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Signpost Corporation have?

Signpost Corporation has 12,802,195 shares outstanding.

What happened to Signpost Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Signpost Corporation reported an EPS of ¥6.096 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.448%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Signpost Corporation?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:3996

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Company Description

Signpost Corporation

Signpost Corporation, established in Tokyo, Japan in 2007, specializes in providing a diverse range of information technology (IT) services. Its primary clientele includes both the financial sector and various public sector organizations. For financial institutions like banks, investment firms, and credit card companies, Signpost offers strategic consulting. This encompasses developing IT strategies, conceptualizing new systems, and enhancing overall business operations. The company also extends its expertise to government bodies, both national and local. These public consulting services involve assisting with the planning, development, and execution of IT policies. They also provide support for process optimization, evaluating budget systems, streamlining the acquisition of IT systems, managing development projects, and facilitating the implementation of social security and tax identification systems. Furthermore, Signpost offers a suite of packaged solutions. These include services for business assessment, accelerating batch processing, electronic document management (e-flight), open system architectural guidelines, and open standard development frameworks. It also provides "Sales Advance Pro," which features a questionnaire capability. Additionally, the company has developed "WonderChr," an innovative cash register powered by artificial intelligence.