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NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD (NGKSF)
OTHER OTC:NGKSF
NGKSF Stock Chart & Stats
$44.27
$0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EDT
$44.27
$0.00(0.00%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$24.78 - $54.12
Previous CloseN/A
Volume32.00
Average Volume (3M)0.00
Market Cap
$9.90B
Enterprise Value$1.61T
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$231.16B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$302.71B
Price to Earnings (P/E)14.6
Beta0.77
Next Earnings
Apr 30, 2026EPS Estimate
0.55Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield3.51%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)0.96
Shares Outstanding199,247,730
10 Day Avg. Volume0
30 Day Avg. Volume0
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.70
Price to Book (P/B)1.33
Price to Sales (P/S)1.38
P/FCF Ratio8.73
Enterprise Value/Market Cap162.62
Enterprise Value/Revenue2.32
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit5.88
Enterprise Value/Ebitda8.42
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$45.80Price Target Upside3.46% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering2
EPS Forecast (FY)N/A
Revenue Forecast (FY)N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
High ProfitabilitySustained high margins indicate strong manufacturing economics, pricing power, and product mix advantages in ignition and sensor components. Durable margins support reinvestment, R&D, and stable returns through cyclical auto production swings over the next 2–6 months.
OEM + Aftermarket ModelA dual revenue model—long-term OEM contracts plus recurring aftermarket sales—creates steady demand and diversified cash generation. Global manufacturing and distribution deepen customer relationships and reduce reliance on single revenue streams over multi-month horizons.
Healthy Returns & Manageable LeverageReturn on equity near mid-teens and a moderate debt load provide financial flexibility for capex, product development, and working-capital needs. This balance supports operational continuity and investment capacity during typical auto-cycle variations.
Bears Say
Slowing Revenue GrowthTransition from higher-growth to a mature, low-single-digit growth profile limits upside from organic sales expansion. With core ICE-related markets maturing and EV adoption structural, top-line gains will likely rely more on share gains or new product adjacencies over months ahead.
Weaker Cash ConversionDeclining free cash flow and a sharp drop in cash coverage versus net income suggest working-capital strain or higher cash outlays. Reduced cash conversion limits internal funding for dividends, capex, or M&A and raises reliance on external financing over the medium term.
Rising Leverage TrendAn upward move in debt-to-equity weakens the balance-sheet cushion against cyclical downturns in vehicle production. Higher leverage can constrain strategic flexibility, increase interest exposure, and elevate refinancing risk if industry conditions deteriorate over several months.
NGK SPARK PLUG CO News
NGKSF FAQ
What was NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD’s price range in the past 12 months?
NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD lowest stock price was $24.78 and its highest was $54.12 in the past 12 months.
What is NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD’s market cap?
NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD’s market cap is $9.90B.
When is NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD’s upcoming earnings report date?
NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 30, 2026 which is in 66 days.
How were NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD’s earnings last quarter?
NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD released its earnings results on Jan 30, 2026. The company reported $0.959 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.811 by $0.149.
Is NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD pay dividends?
NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD pays a Semiannually dividend of $0.592 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.51%. See more information on NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD dividends here
What is NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD’s EPS estimate?
NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD’s EPS estimate is 0.55.
How many shares outstanding does NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD have?
NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD has 199,247,730 shares outstanding.
What happened to NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD’s price movement after its last earnings report?
NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD reported an EPS of $0.959 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.811. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -1.427%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in NGKSF
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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Company Description
NGK SPARK PLUG CO LTD
NGK Spark Plug Co., Ltd., together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells spark plugs and related products for internal-combustion engines; and technical ceramics and applicable products in Japan. The company offers spark plugs, including plugs for aftermarket and original equipment, igniter plugs, and resister cables and covers; glow plugs comprising ceramic and metal type glow plugs, and glow controllers; and oxygen, NOx, temperature, and knock sensors. It also provides semiconductor packages and substrates, such as IC packages for electronics and smart devices, as well as manufacturing parts for semiconductors; and medical products. In addition, the company offers fine ceramics, including wear-resistant parts, ultrasonic transducers and sensors, products for semiconductor manufacturing equipment, electric equipment products, and other ceramic products. Further, it provides cutting tools comprising ceramic, cermet, micro grain carbide, coated carbide, and cubic boron nitride grades, as well as SS and rotational tools. The company sells its spark and glow plugs under NGK brand; and sensors, semiconductor packages/substrates, cutting tools, and fine ceramics under NTK brand. NGK Spark Plug Co., Ltd. was founded in 1936 and is headquartered in Nagoya, Japan.
NGKSF Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$45.80
▲(3.46% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
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Insiders
6.52% Mutual Funds
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86.13% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Options Prices
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