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6656 Stock Chart & Stats
¥584.00
-¥9.00(-1.50%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥584.00
-¥9.00(-1.50%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥499.00 - ¥1,588.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume37.30K
Average Volume (3M)18.14K
Market Cap
¥5.30B
Enterprise Value¥5.78B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥573.37M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥2.09B
Price to Earnings (P/E)62.7
Beta0.69
Next Earnings
Sep 04, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend YieldN/A
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-6.14
Shares Outstanding4,012,800
10 Day Avg. Volume12,560
30 Day Avg. Volume18,143
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-0.25
Price to Book (P/B)2.80
Price to Sales (P/S)1.17
P/FCF Ratio-5.05
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
Return To ProfitabilityReturning to operating profit and net income in 2026 demonstrates the company can restore profitability after prior losses. This indicates structural cost control or higher-margin product mix, improving long-term earnings credibility and the ability to reinvest in operations or pay down obligations.
Sustained Revenue ReboundConsecutive year revenue growth following a decline shows recovering demand and commercial traction. A multiyear rebound supports scale benefits, better utilization of fixed semiconductor R&D/production costs, and a stronger base for future margin expansion if growth persists.
Positive Equity And Stable Asset BaseHaving positive equity and a stable asset base provides a tangible buffer versus outright insolvency risks. That asset solidity can support refinancing, collateralized borrowing, or strategic investment, giving management options to stabilize operations as cash generation normalizes.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageHigh and rising debt-to-equity materially reduces financial flexibility. In a cyclical semiconductor industry, heavier leverage increases refinancing and interest risks, constrains capital allocation for R&D or capex, and magnifies downside when revenue or margins worsen.
Weak And Volatile Cash GenerationSharp reversal to deeply negative operating and free cash flow undermines the company's ability to service debt, fund investments, and absorb cyclical shocks. Persistent cash volatility suggests working-capital swings or heavy capex, limiting durable self-financing capacity.
Thin Margins And Earnings VolatilityA low net margin and recurring swings between profit and loss reduce earnings predictability and leave little room to absorb cost inflation or pricing pressure. This weakens sustainable free cash flow generation and complicates long-term planning for R&D or customer investments.
6656 FAQ
What was Inspec Inc.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Inspec Inc. lowest stock price was ¥499.00 and its highest was ¥1588.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Inspec Inc.’s market cap?
Inspec Inc.’s market cap is ¥5.30B.
When is Inspec Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Inspec Inc.’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 04, 2026 which is in 61 days.
How were Inspec Inc.’s earnings last quarter?
Inspec Inc. released its earnings results on Jun 12, 2026. The company reported ¥67.13 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥67.13.
Is Inspec Inc. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Inspec Inc.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Inspec Inc. pay dividends?
Inspec Inc. pays a Annually dividend of ¥3 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Inspec Inc. dividends here
What is Inspec Inc.’s EPS estimate?
Inspec Inc.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Inspec Inc. have?
Inspec Inc. has 4,012,800 shares outstanding.
What happened to Inspec Inc.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Inspec Inc. reported an EPS of ¥67.13 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 2.016%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Inspec Inc.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:6656
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Company Description
Inspec Inc.
inspec Inc. engages in the manufacture and sale of PCB inspection equipment and related equipment in Japan. The company offers inspection equipment comprising flexible substrates, PCB large boards, lead frames, touch panels, glass masks, jedec trays, substrates, and chip capacitors. It also provides various models, including substrate AOI, roll to roll AOI, automatic transport inspection product, and hardware and software options. The company was formerly known as Taiyo Mfg.Co.,Ltd. and changed its name to inspec Inc. in January 2001. inspec Inc. was founded in 1984 and is headquartered in Semboku, Japan.