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6859 Stock Chart & Stats
¥3355.00
-¥33.00(-1.24%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥3355.00
-¥33.00(-1.24%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥2,893.00 - ¥4,790.00
Previous CloseN/A
Volume34.20K
Average Volume (3M)69.88K
Market Cap
¥92.50B
Enterprise Value¥71.09K
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥14.70B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥611.00M
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.3
Beta1.17
Next Earnings
Nov 06, 2026EPS EstimateN/A
Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.78%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)270.36
Shares Outstanding23,781,393
10 Day Avg. Volume67,030
30 Day Avg. Volume69,880
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-6.59
Price to Book (P/B)1.05
Price to Sales (P/S)0.92
P/FCF Ratio17.73
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)278.63
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥73.33B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Conservative Balance SheetVery low leverage and steadily growing equity through 2026 provide durable financial flexibility and lower refinancing risk. This structural strength supports long-term resilience through downturns, funds R&D, capex, and aftermarket expansion without relying on external borrowing.
Steady Multi-year Revenue GrowthConsistent top-line expansion across several years indicates sustained demand for environmental test equipment across electronics, semiconductors, and automotive sectors. Durable revenue growth supports scale economies, recurring service revenue, and the ability to invest in product development and sales capabilities.
Improved Cash GenerationMaterial improvement in operating cash flow and free cash flow in 2025–2026 shows the business can translate earnings into liquidity. Stronger cash generation supports sustainable dividends, reinvestment in service networks and product upgrades, and reduces dependence on external financing.
Bears Say
Uneven Cash ConversionVolatile cash conversion—highlighted by a 2024 dip and FCF at roughly 50% of net income in 2025—means reported profits may not reliably become usable cash. Over time this unpredictability can constrain capex, acquisitions, and dividend sustainability without drawing on reserves or raising debt.
Margin Pressure In 2026Earnings slipping while sales rise points to margin compression from rising costs or an adverse product mix. If persistent, structural margin pressure would reduce free cash flow conversion and ROE, necessitating pricing, cost controls, or product mix adjustments to preserve long-term profitability.
Moderate Returns On EquityROE in the high single digits signals moderate effectiveness in converting equity into profit. To deliver stronger shareholder value over time the company must sustain margin gains or accelerate growth; otherwise capital reinvestment may yield only modest long-term returns.
Espec Corp. News
6859 FAQ
What was Espec Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Espec Corp. lowest stock price was ¥2893.00 and its highest was ¥4790.00 in the past 12 months.
What is Espec Corp.’s market cap?
Espec Corp.’s market cap is ¥92.50B.
When is Espec Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Espec Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 06, 2026 which is in 86 days.
How were Espec Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
Espec Corp. released its earnings results on Aug 06, 2026. The company reported ¥7.32 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by N/A.
Is Espec Corp. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Espec Corp.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Espec Corp. pay dividends?
Espec Corp. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥45 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.78%. See more information on Espec Corp. dividends here
What is Espec Corp.’s EPS estimate?
Espec Corp.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
How many shares outstanding does Espec Corp. have?
Espec Corp. has 23,781,393 shares outstanding.
What happened to Espec Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Espec Corp. reported an EPS of ¥7.32 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.026%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Espec Corp.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:6859
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Company Description
Espec Corp.
Espec Corp. is a global producer and distributor of environmental testing equipment. The company's business activities are organized into three primary divisions: Equipment Business, Service Business, and Other Business. Its product line features a wide array of climate control solutions, including temperature and humidity chambers, rapid thermal cycle chambers, thermal shock chambers, and other specialized temperature chambers, as well as integrated network solutions. Espec also develops equipment for secondary batteries, sophisticated measurement and evaluation systems, devices for the semiconductor sector, and chambers for indoor farming and growth. Furthermore, the company provides comprehensive after-sales and engineering support, laboratory testing, and expert consulting. Its service offerings extend to analysis, calibration, and the rental and resale of equipment. Espec Corp. was established in Osaka, Japan, in 1947.
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