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    NTN (TSE:6472) Stock Recovery Gains Ground But Durability Questions Remain

    Simply Wall St·08/05/2026 11:31:06
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    NTN entered this earnings season with a stock that had drifted down about 5% over the past three months and a reputation for a powerful rebound story after earlier losses. The latest Q1 2027 numbers keep that profit narrative intact, with basic earnings per share of ¥3.24 and net income of ¥1,928m supporting a trailing twelve month earnings figure of ¥13,609m. With the shares closing at ¥386.5 and the stock trading on a P/E near 17, the market now has to decide how much of that recovery is already in the price.

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    Q1 2027 Earnings Summary

    • Revenue (Q1 2027 vs Q1 2026): ¥212,279m vs. ¥199,039m (higher period on period)
    • Net Income (Q1 2027 vs Q1 2026): ¥1,928m vs. ¥1,190m (higher period on period)
    • Basic EPS (Q1 2027 vs Q1 2026): ¥3.24 per share vs. ¥2.25 per share (higher period on period)
    • Trailing 12 Month Net Income (Q1 2027 TTM vs Q1 2026 TTM): ¥13,609m vs. a loss of ¥22,781m (swing back to profit over the last year)

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    TSE:6472 Trailing 12-Month Revenue & Expenses Breakdown as at Aug 2026
    TSE:6472 Trailing 12-Month Revenue & Expenses Breakdown as at Aug 2026

    NTN earnings underpin diversified recovery story

    For investors leaning toward the positive narrative, NTN’s latest quarter backs up the idea of a broad industrial and mobility backbone that is healing. Revenue of ¥212,279m sits ahead of the prior year period and net income of ¥1,928m is also higher. Basic EPS of ¥3.24 contributes to a trailing twelve month profit of ¥13,609m after a prior twelve month loss. That shift supports the view that the core business mix across autos and industrials is holding up and that the multi segment model is helping restore earnings power.

    NTN risks ease but cyclicality still matters

    The numbers also speak to the cautious side of the story. NTN has only recently moved from a twelve month loss to a profit of ¥13,609m, which shows progress but also reminds you that earnings have been fragile. The share price is down about 7% over 30 days and about 5% over 90 days, so the market is still questioning how durable this recovery is for a cyclical supplier exposed to autos and capital goods, even with Q1 moving in the right direction.

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    This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.