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5988 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1732.00
-¥28.00(-1.15%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1732.00
-¥28.00(-1.15%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,505.00 - ¥1,885.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume132.70K
Average Volume (3M)108.00K
Market Cap
¥43.55B
Enterprise Value¥36.75B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥26.34B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥24.57B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.88
Next Earnings
Aug 05, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield5.28%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-0.26
Shares Outstanding37,054,100
10 Day Avg. Volume157,980
30 Day Avg. Volume107,999
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio18.98
Price to Book (P/B)0.62
Price to Sales (P/S)0.65
P/FCF Ratio-6.14
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)54.8
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥62.00B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Solid Balance SheetPIOLAX retains meaningful equity and only moderate leverage (debt-to-equity ~0.38 in FY2026), providing a durable financial buffer versus highly leveraged peers. That structural solvency supports supplier relationships, continuity of production and capacity to absorb cyclical downturns over months.
Sustainable Gross MarginsA gross margin near 22% indicates persistent manufacturing cost control and some pricing or product-mix advantage in precision components. This margin base helps the company weather vehicle production fluctuations and underpins longer-term operating leverage if revenue stabilizes or recovers.
Stable Auto Components Business ModelPIOLAX’s core model—long-term, volume-based supply to automakers and tier suppliers for springs and functional parts—creates durable revenue visibility tied to vehicle programs. Manufacturing scale, repeatable quality and industrial diversification support steady contractual demand over multiple quarters.
Bears Say
Profitability DeteriorationEarnings swung to a net loss in FY2026 with operating margin compression to roughly 2.4%, signaling persistent margin pressure from lower volumes, cost inflation or unfavorable mix. Sustained weak profitability undermines retained earnings, limits reinvestment capacity and strains long-term competitiveness.
Sharp Cash Flow DeclineOperating cash generation weakened materially and free cash flow turned sharply negative (~-¥6.6B), creating a structural funding gap. Persistent negative FCF reduces ability to self-fund capex or working capital, increases reliance on external financing and limits strategic flexibility over ensuing quarters.
Rising LeverageDebt levels rose materially in FY2026 after years of very low debt, reducing the company’s financial cushion. Higher leverage raises interest exposure and constrains capital allocation choices, increasing vulnerability to continued earnings weakness or slower automotive demand in the medium term.
PIOLAX, Inc. News
5988 FAQ
What was PIOLAX, Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
PIOLAX, Inc. lowest stock price was ¥1505.00 and its highest was ¥1885.00 in the past 12 months.
What is PIOLAX, Inc.’s market cap?
PIOLAX, Inc.’s market cap is ¥43.55B.
When is PIOLAX, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
PIOLAX, Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 05, 2026 which is in 3 days.
How were PIOLAX, Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
PIOLAX, Inc. released its earnings results on May 12, 2026. The company reported -¥25.94 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -¥25.94.
Is PIOLAX, Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts PIOLAX, Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does PIOLAX, Inc. pay dividends?
PIOLAX, Inc. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥39 which represents an annual dividend yield of 5.28%. See more information on PIOLAX, Inc. dividends here
What is PIOLAX, Inc.’s EPS estimate?
PIOLAX, Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does PIOLAX, Inc. have?
PIOLAX, Inc. has 37,054,100 shares outstanding.
What happened to PIOLAX, Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
PIOLAX, Inc. reported an EPS of -¥25.94 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.191%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of PIOLAX, Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:5988
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Company Description
PIOLAX, Inc.
PIOLAX, Inc. is a manufacturing enterprise dedicated to the engineering, production, and sale of a wide array of specialized parts and products for key sectors including automotive, medical, consumer goods, and security. Within the automotive domain, their comprehensive offerings span fuel system components like valves and parts for gasoline storage and delivery, radiator piping connectors, and compact filters for fuel and oil systems. They also provide evapo-tube assemblies; powertrain components such as various springs for transmissions and snap rings; and interior mechanisms like air dampers and glove box locks. Their portfolio further includes resin and metal fasteners for securing vehicle interior/exterior elements and pipe connections, along with wire harnesses. Additionally, they produce precision parts like retainers and tension springs for wheel caps, injection-molded interior/exterior components, visor-related items, luggage board handles, and various clamps. For the medical industry, PIOLAX manufactures specialized devices such as spiral catheters and stents. Their consumer and security product lines feature springs for combination faucets, security seals for moneybags or cargo vehicles, hot water blocking valves, and headphone cable organizers. With a global operational footprint, the company serves markets in Japan, the broader Asian region, the United States, Europe, and other international locations. Founded in 1933 and headquartered in Yokohama, Japan, the company was formerly known as Kato Hatsujo Inc. before rebranding as PIOLAX, Inc. in October 1995.
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