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Primary reporting period: 2026-01-31 · Research updated Oct 12, 2026. A research update is not a new financial filing.
Who they are
Immersion Corporation, through its affiliated entities, specializes in the innovation, development, and licensing of haptic technologies. These advancements enable individuals to engage with and perceive digital products via their sense of touch across markets in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company's commercial portfolio includes technology, patent, and bundled licensing agreements.
How they make money
Immersion Corporation generates revenue primarily through the licensing of its proprietary haptic technology intellectual property to manufacturers of mobile devices, automotive systems, and gaming hardware. Additionally, following its acquisition of a controlling interest in Barnes & Noble Education, the company earns revenue through the operation of campus bookstores, the sale of course materials, and the provision of related educational and marketing services.
Products & services
The company provides haptic technology software, integration tools, and technical assistance for digital devices. It also operates campus bookstores and provides digital and physical textbooks, educational content, and general merchandise.
Brands & revenue mix
Barnes & Noble Education
Retail brand for campus bookstores and educational materials.
Separate brand revenue is not available in this research.Source
Revenue share is not unit sales or a best-seller ranking. Parent brands and included sub-brands can overlap; do not add overlapping rows.
Product / operating segments
No reconciled product or operating-segment revenue breakdown is available for the current research period. Company-wide revenue remains separate from segment disclosure.
Geographic revenue
No reconciled geographic revenue breakdown was confirmed for the current research period.
The company has historically experienced significant customer concentration due to its reliance on a limited number of large-scale licensees in the mobile and gaming sectors, as disclosed in the fiscal 2026 annual report.
Suppliers, materials & equipment
Unnamed contract manufacturers — The company utilizes various third-party contract manufacturers for the production of hardware components related to its operations.Source
Strengths
Extensive portfolio of haptic technology patentsSource
Diversified revenue streams following the acquisition of Barnes & Noble EducationSource
Risks
Dependence on a limited number of licensees for a significant portion of IP revenueSource
Risks associated with the integration and operational performance of Barnes & Noble EducationSource
Overall investment score · Quality, value, risk and opportunity
55
Fair
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Company Quality
How good is the actual business—regardless of today’s stock price?
45
Weak
Financial Strength
50
Business Quality / Moat
62
Management
26
Growth Quality
30
Risk / Durability
46
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Opportunity
Opportunity Score · How does the current price compare with estimated value?
70
Fair
Based on current valuation, company quality, recent trends, and available market signals.
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Model Outlook
12-month model · What does the model think happens next?
68/100
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At today’s price, the WSS valuation framework currently reads as relatively attractive.
The model outlook is currently moderate.
What we like
•Asset quality scores strongly
•Valuation scores attractively
•Recent buyback activity is present
What to watch
•Revenue fundamentals are weak
Company-specific research
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•Can IMMR maintain its current revenue growth rate and improve the amount of that revenue that turns into earnings and cash?
•How long can IMMR fund negative free cash flow using its current cash position before it may need more debt or new shares?
•Does IMMR's balance between cash and debt leave enough flexibility if business conditions weaken?
•Is IMMR's valuation discount tied to a temporary concern or to a longer-term business risk?
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Potential upside factors
+Growth opportunities may come from revenue expansion, margin improvement, new products, market-share gains, and stronger cash flow.
+Extensive portfolio of haptic technology patents.
+Diversified revenue streams following the acquisition of Barnes & Noble Education.
Potential downside factors
−Key risks may include competition, margin pressure, debt levels, valuation risk, and changes in demand within the Software - Application industry.
−Dependence on a limited number of licensees for a significant portion of IP revenue.
−Risks associated with the integration and operational performance of Barnes & Noble Education.
−Negative free cash flow may increase the need for outside financing and dilution.
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Scores
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Wall Street Score
Fair55/ 100
Weak (0–50)Fair (51–71)Strong (72+)
Debt
Fair
58
Debt Cost4.2%
Debt Reduction YoY3.5%
Debt / Equity1.05x
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Revenue
Weak
45
Revenue YoY0.1%
Revenue CAGR614.3%
Net Margin0.6%
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Asset
Strong
79
Asset Growth YoY4.5%
Liquidation/Share$16.98
Net Assets/MCap3.77x
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Capital
Poor
37
Earnings Yield4.3%
Buyback Yield2.7%
Debt Cost4.2%
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Management
Poor
26
ROIC5.1%
ROE3.5%
ROA0.9%
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Moat
Fair
62
EPS Growth-35.2%
FCF/Share Growth—
Rev/Share Growth94.3%
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Valuation
Strong
87
Intrinsic Value$13.09
Value Reference$7.85
MOS45.0%
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Buffett
Fair
57
Revenue45
Moat62
Valuation87
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MOS
Elite
100
MOS %45.0%
Value Reference$7.85
Deep Discount Reference$5.24
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Financial
Fair
60
Interest Coverage2.2x
ROIC5.1%
FCF Yield-15.2%
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Master
Fair
61
Financial60
Valuation87
Debt58
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Resilience
Weak
46
Survival Years4.9 yrs
Current Ratio1.83x
FCF Margin-2.1%
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Score Changes
3 historical score records available
Previous Score
37
Aug 14, 2026
Change
+18.4
points
Current Score
55
Oct 1, 2026
Category Changes
Revenue+2.8
Debt0
Assets0
Capital+12.0
Management+6.5
Moat0
Valuation+86.8
Buffett+10.2
IMMR increased 18.4 points because Revenue improved by 2.8 points, Capital improved by 12 points, Management improved by 6.5 points.
Positive Contributors
+ Revenue improved by 2.8 points
+ Capital improved by 12 points
+ Management improved by 6.5 points
+ Valuation improved by 86.8 points
+ Buffett improved by 10.2 points
Projected Score
Projected Score
53
Projected Change
-2.2 points
Preliminary comparable-period financial changes suggest decline of approximately 2.2 points. This is a projected estimate, not the official WallStreetScore.
Monetary values in USD. Share counts in raw units.
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Revenue
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Cost of Revenue
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Gross Profit
$352.1M
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Research & Development
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SG&A Expenses
$232.6M
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Operating Expenses
$323.2M
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EBITDA
$75.9M
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Operating Income
$28.9M
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$11.2M
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Income Before Tax
$40.8M
$26.0M
$119.3M
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Income Tax Expense
$22.4M
$16.8M
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Net Income
$10.3M
$4.5M
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Basic EPS
$0.34
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Basic Shares
33.15M
32.94M
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Diluted Shares
33.30M
32.94M
33.05M
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Financial Changes Since Prior Period
What Improved
Margins expanded
Cash position grew
Debt reduced
Potential Score Impact
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Stored Earnings Analysis
Revenue increased 0.8%. EPS declined 666.7%. Cash increased 106.6%. Total debt declined 22.6%. Net income margin improved by 2.0 percentage points.
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