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Hi-Lex Corporation (JP:7279)
:7279
Japanese Market
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Hi-Lex Corporation (7279) Price & Analysis

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7279 Stock Chart & Stats

¥2812.00
-¥32.00(-2.07%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥2812.00
-¥32.00(-2.07%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Balance Sheet StrengthLow leverage and a healthy equity ratio provide durable financial flexibility for Hi-Lex. This reduces refinancing and solvency risk across auto cycles, allowing continued investment in tooling, capacity and program bids, and supporting resilience during OEM demand slowdowns.
Revenue Growth TrendSustained revenue growth and an improving top line indicate steady demand for door, window and control systems. Over months this reflects successful program wins and market share retention with OEMs, supporting predictable unit volumes and the base for incremental margin improvement.
Operating Cash Flow StabilityStable operating cash flow underpins Hi-Lex's ability to fund working capital, capex and supplier commitments tied to JIT auto supply. Consistent cash generation supports ongoing operations, program qualification investments and provides a buffer versus cyclical OEM production swings.
Bears Say
Free Cash Flow VolatilityVariable free cash flow reduces capacity to self-fund strategic investments and cushions for downturns. Persistent volatility can constrain dividend policy, limit funding for new program tooling and make the company more reliant on external financing during capital-intensive program ramps.
Low Net Profit MarginModest net margins imply limited earnings leverage and smaller buffers against cost inflation or volume declines. Over the medium term this constrains retained earnings accumulation, reduces ROI on new programs and requires continued focus on cost control to convert revenue gains into durable profitability.
OEM Concentration & Program DependencyBusiness is structurally tied to OEM production cycles and program awards, exposing revenue to model lifecycle risks and customer sourcing decisions. Loss of a program or OEM volume cuts can materially reduce throughput and utilization, making revenue visibility and diversification critical long-term priorities.

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7279 FAQ

What was Hi-Lex Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
Hi-Lex Corporation lowest stock price was ¥1805.00 and its highest was ¥4020.00 in the past 12 months.
    What is Hi-Lex Corporation’s market cap?
    Hi-Lex Corporation’s market cap is ¥85.60B.
      When is Hi-Lex Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Hi-Lex Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Sep 04, 2026 which is in 89 days.
        How were Hi-Lex Corporation’s earnings last quarter?
        Hi-Lex Corporation released its earnings results on Jun 05, 2026. The company reported ¥942.98 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥942.98.
          Is Hi-Lex Corporation overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Hi-Lex Corporation’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Hi-Lex Corporation pay dividends?
            Hi-Lex Corporation pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥26 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.43%. See more information on Hi-Lex Corporation dividends here
              What is Hi-Lex Corporation’s EPS estimate?
              Hi-Lex Corporation’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Hi-Lex Corporation have?
              Hi-Lex Corporation has 38,216,760 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Hi-Lex Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Hi-Lex Corporation reported an EPS of ¥942.98 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.809%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Hi-Lex Corporation?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:7279
                  What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                  Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                    Company Description

                    Hi-Lex Corporation

                    Hi-Lex Corporation operates in automobiles, marine vessels, construction and industrial equipment, welfare and home related, and medical related equipment businesses in Japan and internationally. It provides control cables, including general (pull), small-bending radius automotive manual transmission, push-pull, and seat cables; and system products comprising window regulators, sliding window systems, door modules, power sliding door systems, Spi-Rax direct systems, direct window openers, and power lift gate systems. The company also offers control boxes, steering systems, and control cables for marine vessels; construction and industrial equipment, such as accelerator actuators, PTO Hi-Lex (push-pull) systems, accelerator levers, and assist cables; and welfare and home related products consisting of air conditioner grill raising and lowering systems, and bathing aid device. In addition, it provides PCTA guide wires to guide a balloon catheter to the ailing area for treatment of the heart's coronary artery for a cardiac infarction, etc.; and indwelling subcutaneous catheter sets. Hi-Lex Corporation was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in Takarazuka, Japan.

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