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Optical Cable Corp. (OCC)
NASDAQ:OCC

Optical Cable (OCC) Price & Analysis

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OCC Stock Chart & Stats

$8.51
$0.00(0.00%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$8.51
$0.00(0.00%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue GrowthSustained, large top-line growth (TTM ~+94%) reflects strong end-market demand for cabling and connectivity in enterprise, campus and data-communications projects. For a product-sales business this durable revenue momentum improves scale, channel leverage and potential margin recovery over quarters.
Conservative LeverageMaterial reduction in leverage to a low debt-to-equity (~0.12) provides balance-sheet flexibility, lowers interest burden and supports working capital or selective capex. This structural improvement increases resilience to cash-flow volatility and reduces refinancing risk over the medium term.
Governance & Management ContinuityRe-election of the full board, auditor ratification and advisory approval of executive compensation signal governance continuity and management endorsement by shareholders. Stable leadership and oversight reduce execution risk for strategic initiatives and long-term operational plans.
Bears Say
Negative Cash GenerationPersistently negative operating and free cash flow constrains the company's ability to self-fund growth, inventory and receivables in a product-sales model. Over months this increases reliance on external financing or equity, limiting reinvestment and heightening liquidity planning risk.
Weak ProfitabilityDespite strong revenue, margins remain near break-even with a slightly negative net margin. This indicates limited earnings durability and weak returns on capital; without sustained margin expansion the business may struggle to convert sales growth into long-term shareholder value.
Volatile Cash & ReturnsHistorical volatility in cash generation and returns increases forecasting uncertainty and can disrupt supplier/customer terms or channel relationships. Over a multi-month horizon, this unpredictability hampers strategic planning, makes capital allocation harder, and raises execution risk.

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OCC FAQ

What was Optical Cable Corp.’s price range in the past 12 months?
Optical Cable Corp. lowest stock price was $2.44 and its highest was $11.91 in the past 12 months.
    What is Optical Cable Corp.’s market cap?
    Optical Cable Corp.’s market cap is $100.42M.
      When is Optical Cable Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Optical Cable Corp.’s upcoming earnings report date is Jun 15, 2026 which is in 62 days.
        How were Optical Cable Corp.’s earnings last quarter?
        Optical Cable Corp. released its earnings results on Mar 10, 2026. The company reported -$0.05 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of N/A by -$0.05.
          Is Optical Cable Corp. overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Optical Cable Corp.’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Optical Cable Corp. pay dividends?
            Optical Cable Corp. pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.02 which represents an annual dividend yield of N/A. See more information on Optical Cable Corp. dividends here
              What is Optical Cable Corp.’s EPS estimate?
              Optical Cable Corp.’s EPS estimate for its next earnings report is not yet available.
              How many shares outstanding does Optical Cable Corp. have?
              Optical Cable Corp. has 8,831,598 shares outstanding.
                What happened to Optical Cable Corp.’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                Optical Cable Corp. reported an EPS of -$0.05 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of N/A. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 30.606%.
                  Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Optical Cable Corp.?
                  Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in OCC
                  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

                    Optical Cable Stock Smart Score

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                    Technicals

                    SMA
                    Positive
                    20 days / 200 days
                    Momentum
                    33.73%
                    12-Months-Change

                    Fundamentals

                    Return on Equity
                    -3.58%
                    Trailing 12-Months
                    Asset Growth
                    2.53%
                    Trailing 12-Months

                    Company Description

                    Optical Cable Corp.

                    Optical Cable Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells fiber optic and copper data communications cabling and connectivity solutions primarily for the enterprise market in the United States and internationally. The company provides fiber optic and hybrid cables for high bandwidth transmission of data, video, and voice communications; and copper datacom cables, including unshielded and shielded twisted pair constructions. Its fiber optic connectivity products include fiber optic wall mounts, cabinet mount and rack mount enclosures, pre-terminated fiber optic enclosures, fiber optic connectors, splice trays, fiber optic jumpers, plug and play cassette modules, pre-terminated fiber optic cable assemblies, adapters, and accessories; and copper connectivity products comprising category compliant patch panels, jacks, plugs, patch cords, faceplates, surface mounted boxes, distribution and multi-media boxes, copper rack mount and wall mount enclosures, cable assemblies, cable organizers, and other wiring products for equipment rooms, telecommunications closets, data centers, and workstation applications. In addition, it offers network, data storage, and telecommunications management systems, such as data cabinets, wall mount enclosures, horizontal and vertical cable management systems, and open frame relay racks for enterprise and residential use; and datacom wiring products, including various enclosures, and modules and modular outlets for single dwelling and multiple dwelling residential uses. Further, the company provides specialty fiber optic connectors and connectivity components, copper datacom connectors, and related systems and solutions for military, other harsh environment, and special applications. It sells its products to distributors, original equipment manufacturers, value-added resellers, and end-users. Optical Cable Corporation was incorporated in 1983 and is headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia.

                    Optical Cable (OCC) Earnings & Revenues

                    OCC Earnings Call

                    Q1 2026
                    0:00 / 0:00
                    Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
                    The earnings call highlights several positive aspects such as increased net sales, gross profit growth, and strategic collaboration with Lightera. However, challenges remain, including a net loss for the fiscal year, a slight decline in Q4 gross profit, and increased SG&A expenses. The overall sentiment is balanced with optimism for future growth.View all OCC earnings summaries
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                    Ownership Overview

                    22.32%5.64%6.90%62.35%
                    22.32% Insiders
                    6.90% Other Institutional Investors
                    62.35% Public Companies and
                    Individual Investors

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