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Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. (JP:6480)
:6480
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Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. (6480) Price & Analysis

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6480 Stock Chart & Stats

¥817.00
-¥2.00(-0.40%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥817.00
-¥2.00(-0.40%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Exposure To Automation & Semiconductor End-marketsNippon Thompson’s products are embedded in machine tools, semiconductor equipment and industrial robots, giving structural exposure to long-term automation and semiconductor investment cycles. These specialized components benefit from OEM integrations and recurring maintenance demand, supporting durable revenue streams.
Markedly Improved Balance SheetSignificantly lower leverage enhances financial flexibility and reduces downside risk in cyclical periods. A leaner capital structure supports discretionary capex, R&D and working capital needs, and improves the company’s ability to fund operations or strategic initiatives without immediate refinancing pressure.
Recovery In Revenue, Margins And Cash GenerationThe 2026 rebound shows the business can regain volume and profitability after downturns: operating cash flow (~9.5B) and free cash flow (~6.2B) strengthened, and net margin recovered to ~6.5%. Improved cash conversion supports reinvestment and signals operational resilience if end-markets normalize.
Bears Say
Earnings And Cash-flow VolatilityHistorical swings in operating and free cash flow undermine predictability of internal funding and capital allocation. Volatile cash generation raises the risk that earnings improvements may not consistently convert to available cash, complicating budgeting for capex, dividends or debt repayment over multiple cycles.
Margins Remain Below Prior PeakAlthough margins recovered in 2026, they remain materially under the 2023 high. This suggests limited pricing power or mixed operational leverage versus peers, leaving earnings vulnerable if volumes fall or input costs rise, reducing the company's ability to sustainably expand profitability.
Historically Variable LeveragePrior periods of elevated leverage indicate the company has swung between conservative and riskier capital structures. That inconsistency can increase refinancing and solvency risk during downturns and may constrain long-term planning, especially where cyclical demand forces sudden balance sheet adjustments.

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What was Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥560.00 and its highest was ¥2580.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s market cap?
    Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥124.60B.
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        Does Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. pay dividends?
        Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥16 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.68%. See more information on Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. dividends here
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          How many shares outstanding does Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. have?
          Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. has 73,501,430 shares outstanding.
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              Company Description

              Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd.

              Operating globally under its IKO brand, Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd. is a Japanese enterprise specializing in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of various industrial components. Its extensive product catalog includes a diverse range of needle roller bearings, such as radial, combined, and thrust types, along with cam followers, roller followers, crossed roller bearings, and spherical bushings. These critical components find application across numerous industries, including automobiles, motorcycles, printing machines, industrial robots, and construction machinery. The company also provides a comprehensive line of linear motion rolling guides, featuring products like linear ways/linear roller ways, crossed roller ways, linear slide units, linear ball splines, linear bushings, stroke rotary bushings, and various roller way and flat roller cage assemblies. Additionally, Nippon Thompson manufactures precision positioning tables, which utilize ball screw drives, linear motor drives, and timing belt drive mechanisms, supplied with complementary controllers. These high-precision systems are vital for equipment used in the manufacturing of semiconductors, flat panel displays, and other sensitive machinery. Founded in Tokyo, Japan, in 1950, the company was initially known as Daiichi-Kogyo Co., Ltd. and officially adopted its present name, Nippon Thompson Co., Ltd., in 1963.

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