Asterisk Inc. (JP:6522)
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6522 Stock Chart & Stats
¥383.00
-¥50.00(-8.64%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥383.00
-¥50.00(-8.64%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥338.00 - ¥1,699.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume938.70K
Average Volume (3M)58.77K
Market Cap
¥5.71B
Enterprise Value¥5.75B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥932.26M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥721.68M
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.36
Next Earnings
Jul 15, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-24.07
Shares Outstanding8,046,800
10 Day Avg. Volume46,640
30 Day Avg. Volume58,770
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.31
Price to Book (P/B)1.82
Price to Sales (P/S)1.89
P/FCF Ratio19.70
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
Improved Operating Cash FlowOperating cash flow turning positive in 2025 and materially improved free cash flow indicate the business is beginning to generate real cash from operations. That durable cash generation lowers reliance on external funding, enables reinvestment or debt paydown, and provides a more stable runway while profitability is restored.
Reduced LeverageAn improving debt-to-equity profile reflects sustained progress in lowering financial leverage. Reduced leverage structurally increases financial flexibility, lowers interest burden risk, and improves resilience to industry cyclicality, supporting longer-term strategic moves without immediate refinancing pressure.
Gross Margin ImprovementImproving gross margins amid revenue pressure points to better cost control or more favorable product mix. Margin expansion at the gross level is a durable lever: it increases operating leverage as volumes recover and provides a clearer pathway to sustained profitability if management maintains the cost discipline.
Bears Say
Declining Revenue TrendA multi-year revenue decline culminating in a sharp drop in 2025 undermines scale economics and market position. Sustained top-line contraction limits ability to absorb fixed costs, constrains reinvestment capacity, and makes margin recovery and long-term growth more challenging without clear revenue stabilization.
Persistent Net LossesOngoing net losses and negative EBIT margins erode equity and reduce internal funding for strategic initiatives. Persistent unprofitability weakens long-term competitiveness by forcing reliance on external capital, hindering R&D or commercial expansion, and increasing vulnerability if cash generation falters.
High FCF-to-Earnings MismatchA large free cash flow-to-net income gap driven by net losses signals that cash strength may stem from non-recurring items, working-capital swings, or accounting timing rather than consistent operating profitability. That mismatch raises questions about the sustainability of cash improvements.
Asterisk Inc. News
6522 FAQ
What was Asterisk Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Asterisk Inc. lowest stock price was ¥338.00 and its highest was ¥1699.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Asterisk Inc.’s market cap?
Asterisk Inc.’s market cap is ¥5.71B.
When is Asterisk Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Asterisk Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 15, 2026 which is in 28 days.
How were Asterisk Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Asterisk Inc. released its earnings results on Apr 14, 2026. The company reported -¥0.22 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -¥0.22.
Is Asterisk Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Asterisk Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Asterisk Inc. pay dividends?
Asterisk Inc. does not currently pay dividends.
What is Asterisk Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Asterisk Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Asterisk Inc. have?
Asterisk Inc. has 8,046,800 shares outstanding.
What happened to Asterisk Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Asterisk Inc. reported an EPS of -¥0.22 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.074%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Asterisk Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:6522
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Company Description
Asterisk Inc.
Established in 2006, Asterisk Inc. operates from its headquarters in Osaka, Japan. The company specializes in a diverse portfolio of technological products and solutions. These offerings encompass various hardware components such as sensors, barcode readers, and RFID reader/writers. Additionally, Asterisk Inc. develops and supplies products and associated accessories for infrared technology, wireless communication, and image recognition. Their comprehensive system solutions include mobile point-of-sale (POS) systems, logistics management platforms, and systems designed for inspection workflows.
Technical Analysis
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