Operating Cash GenerationNihon Plast converts reported earnings into operating cash effectively, which supports working capital needs, dividend capacity and short-term resilience to OEM cadence shifts. Strong OCF provides durable funding for operations and program support even if reported profit fluctuates.

Moderate Leverage And Equity BaseA debt/equity around 0.72 and a 41.26% equity ratio indicate balanced leverage and a stable capital structure. This gives the company flexibility to finance tooling or timetable shifts for OEM programs and reduces refinancing risk over the medium term.

Safety-critical OEM Product FocusSpecialization in steering wheels and airbag/interior safety components creates high engineering barriers, stringent quality needs and program stickiness with OEMs. These attributes foster long product lifecycles, repeat production and higher switching costs versus commodity suppliers.

Bears Say

Revenue Decline TrendA multi-percent revenue contraction highlights weakening demand or loss of content share with OEMs. For a supplier tied to vehicle programs, sustained revenue declines compress operating leverage, reduce scale benefits, and can persist across model cycles if new program awards lag.

Sharp Free Cash Flow ReductionA ~70% fall in free cash flow materially limits the firm's ability to fund capital expenditures, tooling for new programs, or strategic investments from internal cash. Over months this constrains growth initiatives and increases reliance on external financing for program wins.

Eroding Profitability / ROEA sharp ROE decline and collapsing net margins signal weaker returns on invested capital and deteriorating profitability. If margins remain compressed, management may need structural cost actions or pricing resets, affecting long-term competitiveness and capital allocation.

7291 FAQ

What was Nihon Plast Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

Nihon Plast Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥265.00 and its highest was ¥484.00 in the past 12 months.

What is Nihon Plast Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

Nihon Plast Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥8.51B.

When is Nihon Plast Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

Nihon Plast Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 07, 2026 which is in 60 days.

How were Nihon Plast Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

Nihon Plast Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Feb 12, 2026. The company reported ¥22.24 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥22.24.

Is Nihon Plast Co., Ltd. overvalued?

According to Wall Street analysts Nihon Plast Co., Ltd.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium

Does Nihon Plast Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

Nihon Plast Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥10 which represents an annual dividend yield of 4.24%. See more information on Nihon Plast Co., Ltd. dividends here

What is Nihon Plast Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

Nihon Plast Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does Nihon Plast Co., Ltd. have?

Nihon Plast Co., Ltd. has 19,410,000 shares outstanding.

What happened to Nihon Plast Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

Nihon Plast Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥22.24 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.219%.

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Company Description

Nihon Plast Co., Ltd.

Nihon Plast Co., Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture, processing, repair, and sale of automotive parts in Japan and internationally. The company offers safety parts, including steering wheels and airbag modules; instrument panel components comprising instrument panels UPR/MID, ventilators, glove boxes, console boxes, cup holders, column covers, air conditioner ducts, and shift knobs; interior parts, such as pillar garnishes; exterior parts, which include cowl top covers, fender protectors, and wheel resonators; and aero parts consisting of air spoilers and front under covers. It is also involved in the manufacture, processing, repair, and sale of synthetic resins, and die-cast metal molds and machinery; manufacture and sale of packing products for various types of machines, as well as chemical products; and design, manufacture, and sale of electrical components for the amusement industry. The company was incorporated in 1945 and is headquartered in Fujinomiya, Japan.