Strong Free Cash FlowA large FCF increase (85.48%) and FCF/net income >1 indicate the company converts profits into cash reliably. Durable cash generation supports dividends, capital expenditure, selective M&A, and working-capital needs, improving financial resilience over the next 2–6 months.

Very Low LeverageExtremely low debt-to-equity and a two-thirds equity ratio mean minimal financial risk and high balance-sheet flexibility. This structure allows investment financing from internal cash, lowers default risk, and preserves strategic optionality across medium-term cycles.

Solid Profitability MarginsSustained gross and net margins, plus positive EBIT/EBITDA margins, reflect efficient delivery of IT services and disciplined cost control. Margin durability supports reinvestment and returns to shareholders and provides a buffer versus wage or pricing pressure over coming quarters.

Bears Say

No Earnings GuidanceAbsence of forward guidance and limited public earnings commentary reduces investor visibility into near-term demand and resource plans. Structurally, that can hinder capital-allocation transparency and make it harder for stakeholders to anticipate changes in revenue or margin trajectory.

No Recent Corporate EventsA lack of disclosed partnerships, product launches, or M&A activity suggests limited near-term catalysts for accelerating growth. Over a multi-month horizon, absent strategic initiatives can constrain the firm's ability to expand addressable markets or diversify revenue streams.

Modest Operating Margin ScaleWhile profitable, mid-single-digit operating margins leave less cushion against client churn, pricing competition, or rising labor costs. For a service-led IT firm, modest margin headroom can translate to greater sensitivity to cost inflation and slower margin expansion potential.

9709 FAQ

What was NCS&A Co., Ltd.’s price range in the past 12 months?

NCS&A Co., Ltd. lowest stock price was ¥790.00 and its highest was ¥1778.00 in the past 12 months.

What is NCS&A Co., Ltd.’s market cap?

NCS&A Co., Ltd.’s market cap is ¥27.79B.

When is NCS&A Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date?

NCS&A Co., Ltd.’s upcoming earnings report date is May 20, 2026 which is in 71 days.

How were NCS&A Co., Ltd.’s earnings last quarter?

NCS&A Co., Ltd. released its earnings results on Jan 29, 2026. The company reported ¥30.22 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of N/A by ¥30.22.

Is NCS&A Co., Ltd. overvalued?

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

Does NCS&A Co., Ltd. pay dividends?

NCS&A Co., Ltd. pays a Semiannually dividend of ¥30 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.93%. See more information on NCS&A Co., Ltd. dividends here

What is NCS&A Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate?

NCS&A Co., Ltd.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.

How many shares outstanding does NCS&A Co., Ltd. have?

NCS&A Co., Ltd. has 18,000,000 shares outstanding.

What happened to NCS&A Co., Ltd.’s price movement after its last earnings report?

NCS&A Co., Ltd. reported an EPS of ¥30.22 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.186%.

Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of NCS&A Co., Ltd.?

Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in JP:9709

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Company Description

NCS&A Co., Ltd.

NCS&A Co., Ltd. provides various IT services in Japan. It offers system design, software development, package software customization, etc.; hardware maintenance services for computer equipment maintenance; and system support services for general support services for corporate computer systems. The company also provides platform solutions, including visualization, business, and security solutions; migration, outsourcing, cloud, and AI tools and services; and geospatial information software, etc. In addition, it offers industry/task solutions for financial and medical services, public sector, manufacturing, distribution, hotel/restaurant, nursing care, etc. Further, the company sells computer equipment, peripheral equipment, packaged software, etc. NCS&A Co., Ltd. was founded in 1961 and is headquartered in Osaka, Japan.