Nikon Corp. (JP:7731)
:7731
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7731 Stock Chart & Stats
¥1915.50
¥30.50(1.81%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
¥1915.50
¥30.50(1.81%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range¥1,358.00 - ¥2,050.50
Previous CloseN/A
Volume1.88M
Average Volume (3M)1.94M
Market Cap
¥523.43B
Enterprise Value¥639.16B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)¥157.92B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)¥244.07B
Price to Earnings (P/E)―
Beta0.75
Next Earnings
May 08, 2026EPS Estimate
11.2Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.88%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)-281.31
Shares Outstanding333,585,700
10 Day Avg. Volume1,878,420
30 Day Avg. Volume1,937,126
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio-1.02
Price to Book (P/B)0.80
Price to Sales (P/S)0.71
P/FCF Ratio-130.10
Enterprise Value/Market CapN/A
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross ProfitN/A
Enterprise Value/EbitdaN/A
Forecast
1Y Price Target
¥1,800.00Price Target Upside-6.03% Downside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering1
EPS Forecast (FY)48.6
Revenue Forecast (FY)¥701.13B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Balance Sheet StrengthNikon’s balance sheet shows moderate leverage (debt-to-equity ~0.42) and a sizable equity base, providing financial flexibility to absorb short-term cash burn, fund capital spending or R&D, and support operations over the next several months while profitability recovers.
High Gross MarginsA roughly 41% gross margin reflects durable product-level profitability from optics and precision equipment, giving Nikon structural pricing power and margin buffer. This supports ability to reinvest in product development and sustain core profitability if operating costs are controlled over a 2–6 month horizon.
Diversified, Recurring Revenue StreamsNikon’s mix of consumer imaging, high-value precision equipment and after-sales services creates recurring revenue from service, parts and maintenance. This installed-base income reduces cyclical exposure from one-time sales and supports steadier cash inflows as the company stabilizes operations.
Bears Say
Weak Cash GenerationRecent negative operating cash flow and materially negative free cash flow indicate ongoing cash burn, limiting internal funding for capex and working capital. Sustained weak cash generation forces greater reliance on the balance sheet or external funding, constraining strategic flexibility over coming months.
Profitability DeteriorationDespite solid gross margins, operating and net losses signal a sharp widening of operating expenses or non-operating charges. The conversion gap from gross profit to the bottom line undermines return metrics and suggests structural cost or pricing issues that must be fixed to restore sustainable profitability.
Weak Revenue TrendTTM revenue down roughly 2% shows demand softness or product-cycle weakness after prior growth. Continued flat-to-declining top line limits operating leverage recovery, intensifies margin pressure, and raises the bar for service revenues to offset declines in hardware sales.
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7731 FAQ
What was Nikon Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Nikon Corp. lowest stock price was ¥1358.00 and its highest was ¥2050.50 in the past 12 months.
What is Nikon Corp.’s market cap?
Nikon Corp.’s market cap is ¥523.43B.
When is Nikon Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
Nikon Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 08, 2026 which is in 10 days.
How were Nikon Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
Nikon Corp. released its earnings results on Feb 05, 2026. The company reported -¥281.31 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of ¥24.393 by -¥305.703.
Is Nikon Corp. overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts Nikon Corp.’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does Nikon Corp. pay dividends?
Nikon Corp. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥25 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.88%. See more information on Nikon Corp. dividends here
What is Nikon Corp.’s EPS estimate?
Nikon Corp.’s EPS estimate is 11.2.
How many shares outstanding does Nikon Corp. have?
Nikon Corp. has 333,585,700 shares outstanding.
What happened to Nikon Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Nikon Corp. reported an EPS of -¥281.31 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of ¥24.393. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.921%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Nikon Corp.?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:7731
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Company Description
Nikon Corp.
Nikon Corporation manufactures and sells optical instruments in Japan, North America, Europe, China, Thailand, and internationally. It operates through three segments: Imaging Products Business, Precision Equipment Business, and Healthcare Business. The Imaging Products Business segment develops, manufacture, sells, and services digital SLR cameras, compact digital cameras, and interchangeable camera lenses. The Precision Equipment Business segment provides FPD lithography systems and semiconductor lithography systems. The Healthcare Business segment offers biological microscopes, cell culture observation systems, and ultra-wide field retinal imaging devices. In addition, the company provides industrial microscopes, measuring instruments, non-contact 3D metrology systems, X-ray/CT inspection systems, and surveying instruments; and customized products, glass, encoders, and ophthalmic lenses. Further, it offers photomask substrates, camera components, sport optics products, and molded optical glasses; and develops and supports computer software. Nikon Corporation was incorporated in 1917 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
7731 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
¥1,800.00
▼(-6.03% Downside)
Technical Analysis
Options Prices
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