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4171 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1503.00
-¥4.00(-0.30%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1503.00
-¥4.00(-0.30%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,228.00 - ¥1,680.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume3.60K
Average Volume (3M)2.67K
Market Cap
¥4.93B
Enterprise Value¥2.29B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥2.69B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥0.00
Price to Earnings (P/E)31.1
Beta0.36
Next Earnings
Aug 12, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield4.27%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)53.49
Shares Outstanding2,969,000
10 Day Avg. Volume3,760
30 Day Avg. Volume2,670
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.67
Price to Book (P/B)1.65
Price to Sales (P/S)1.62
P/FCF Ratio18.67
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
Debt-free Balance SheetBeing debt-free materially lowers financial risk and preserves strategic optionality. A growing equity base and stable assets give management flexibility to fund product development, absorb revenue shocks, and support dividends or buybacks over the medium term without leverage constraints.
Consistent Cash GenerationFree cash flow that generally tracks earnings demonstrates the business can convert profitability into liquidity. Persistent cash generation supports ongoing payouts, selective investment in distribution or digital capabilities, and provides a buffer against cyclicality in demand.
Healthy Historical Margins & ReturnsSustained mid-40% gross margins and historically attractive ROE reflect a high-margin information services model with low incremental distribution costs. This structural profitability helps preserve returns and cash flow potential even if top-line growth is uneven.
Bears Say
Multi-year Revenue DeclineThree consecutive years of revenue contraction point to persistent demand, competitive, or product relevance issues rather than a short-term cycle. Continued top-line erosion reduces scale, impairs operating leverage, and constrains the firm's ability to invest for long-term growth.
Recent Sharp Profit & FCF DropA sudden drop in operating and free cash flow alongside weaker net income erodes liquidity cushions and raises the risk that management must cut discretionary investment or adjust payout policy. Such swings signal potential volatility in earnings quality and resilience.
Dependence On Third-party ContentRelying on third-party publishers for core content limits control over supply, pricing, and margin capture. Lack of disclosed partner and customer concentration increases structural revenue risk if key suppliers change terms or demand shifts, constraining durable revenue stability.
4171 FAQ
What was Global Information, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Global Information, Inc. lowest stock price was ¥1228.00 and its highest was ¥1680.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Global Information, Inc.’s market cap?
Global Information, Inc.’s market cap is ¥4.93B.
When is Global Information, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Global Information, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 12, 2026 which is in 32 days.
How were Global Information, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Global Information, Inc. released its earnings results on May 13, 2026. The company reported ¥43.14 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥43.14.
Is Global Information, Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Global Information, Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Global Information, Inc. pay dividends?
Global Information, Inc. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥20.718 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.27%. See more information on Global Information, Inc. dividends here
What is Global Information, Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Global Information, Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Global Information, Inc. have?
Global Information, Inc. has 2,969,000 shares outstanding.
What happened to Global Information, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Global Information, Inc. reported an EPS of ¥43.14 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.162%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Global Information, Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:4171
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Company Description
Global Information, Inc.
Global Information, Inc., an information services firm founded in 1983 and based in Kawasaki, Japan, delivers a range of market research reports, bespoke surveys, and tailored research solutions. Its services cater to clients both domestically within Japan and across global markets. Furthermore, the company provides annual subscription-based information services.