Global Information, Inc. (JP:4171)

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Global Information, Inc.

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Global Information, Inc. (4171) Price & Analysis

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4171 Stock Chart & Stats

¥1503.00

-¥4.00(-0.30%)

At close: Jan 08 4:00 PM EST

¥1503.00

-¥4.00(-0.30%)

Day’s Range― - ―

52-Week Range¥1,228.00 - ¥1,676.00

Previous CloseN/A

Volume3.60K

Average Volume (3M)2.67K

Market Cap

¥4.97B

Enterprise Value¥2.28B

Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥2.90B

Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥0.00

Price to Earnings (P/E)7.8

Beta0.36

Next Earnings

Aug 12, 2026

EPS EstimateN/A

Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A

Dividend Yield4.27%

Share Statistics

EPS (TTM)92.36

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 SheetA zero-debt balance sheet with a growing equity base and stable assets materially lowers financial risk and refinancing exposure. This durability gives management flexibility to fund content, tolerate cyclical revenue swings, and prioritize long-term investments or shareholder returns without leverage constraints.

Sustainable Gross MarginsMid-40% gross margins across multiple years indicate persistent pricing power and cost structure advantages in the information services model. Stable margins support operating profitability even with top-line pressure, enabling the company to maintain investment in research content and preserve cash conversion over time.

Historically Strong Cash GenerationFree cash flow that historically tracks reported earnings signals reliable cash conversion from operations, supporting dividends, reinvestment, and a conservative capital structure. This consistent generation (pre-recent dip) provides a durable cushion to fund strategic initiatives without depending on external financing.

Bears Say

Multi-year Revenue DeclineThree consecutive years of falling revenue undermine scale and operating leverage for a content distributor. Persistent top-line contraction pressures margins, reduces bargaining power with suppliers and clients, and limits the firm's ability to invest in new products or marketing to reverse structural demand weakness.

Recent Sharp Profit And FCF DropA sudden decline in profits and free cash flow materially weakens internal funding for growth and dividends. This deterioration raises the risk that prior return levels and capital allocation plans are unsustainable until revenue stabilizes, forcing belt-tightening or strategic trade-offs that impair long-term growth.

Volatile Operating Cash FlowIntermittent operating cash flow swings reduce forecasting reliability and elevate execution risk for a small information services firm. Volatility complicates budgeting for content acquisition and sales support, increases the chance of underinvestment in key areas, and magnifies the impact of revenue shocks on liquidity.

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 ¥1676.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Global Information, Inc.’s market cap?

Global Information, Inc.’s market cap is ¥4.97B.

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 77 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. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Global Information, Inc. pay dividends?

Global Information, Inc. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥30 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 company, provides market research reports, individual surveys, and customized research services in Japan and internationally. The company also provides annual information services. Global Information, Inc. was founded in 1983 and is headquartered in Kawasaki, Japan.