TSE:5401
TSE:5401Metals and Mining

Low CO2 Electric Arc Furnace Joint Venture Might Change The Case For Investing In Nippon Steel (TSE:5401)

On November 26, 2025, NN STEEL Corporation announced it had finalized a joint venture agreement with Nippon Steel to establish a consolidated subsidiary focused on low CO2 electric arc furnace steel production. This collaboration is designed to accelerate the shift toward greener steel manufacturing by increasing resource recycling and lowering emissions in response to growing market demand. We'll explore how this expansion into low-emissions electric arc furnace capacity may impact Nippon...
TSE:7936
TSE:7936Luxury

ASICS (TSE:7936): Evaluating Valuation After Recent Share Price Dip

ASICS (TSE:7936) recently caught the attention of investors following a noticeable dip in its share price over the past month. The company, known globally for its sportswear and running shoes, has seen its stock performance shift even though its business fundamentals have remained steady. See our latest analysis for ASICS. While ASICS has faced a retreat in its share price over the past month, the broader trend remains impressive, with a year-to-date share price return of 22.29% and a...
TSE:9983
TSE:9983Specialty Retail

Uniqlo (TSE:9983) Margins Improve to 12.7%, Reinforcing Bullish Narratives on Profitability

Fast Retailing (TSE:9983) has just announced its latest results for FY 2025, reporting revenue of ¥783.8 billion and EPS of ¥306.08 for the fourth quarter, with net income coming in at ¥93.9 billion. Over the past year, the company saw revenue move from ¥3.1 trillion to ¥3.4 trillion and EPS rise from ¥1,212.88 to ¥1,411.43, as margins edged up and overall profitability expanded. Investors will be analyzing these results in the context of solid top-line gains and margin performance, which...
TSE:5713
TSE:5713Metals and Mining

Why Sumitomo Metal Mining (TSE:5713) Is Up 8.7% After Goldman Sachs Upgrades and Raises Earnings Outlook

Goldman Sachs recently upgraded Sumitomo Metal Mining from Sell to Neutral and increased its earnings outlook, referencing a revised valuation base year during their analyst update. This shift by a major financial institution highlights evolving sentiment toward the company's projected financial performance and prospects. We'll examine how Goldman Sachs' improved earnings estimates and outlook could influence Sumitomo Metal Mining's investment story. These 13 companies survived and thrived...
TSE:6703
TSE:6703Electronic

Oki Electric Industry (TSE:6703): Assessing Valuation After Its Global Manufacturing Solutions Launch

Oki Electric Industry (TSE:6703) has rolled out its Projection Assembly System in Thailand and Indonesia, marking the start of its global push in digital transformation solutions for manufacturing. The launch highlights features such as multilingual support and new functionalities, aimed at streamlining assembly and inspection. See our latest analysis for Oki Electric Industry. Oki Electric Industry’s recent move into Southeast Asia comes as momentum has been steadily building behind its...
TSE:7309
TSE:7309Leisure

Shimano (TSE:7309): Valuation Spotlight as Board Weighs Treasury Stock Cancellation

Shimano (TSE:7309) has called a board meeting for November 18, 2025, with its agenda focused on considering the cancellation of treasury stock, along with other business items. Investors often pay attention to these moves because of their possible long-term impact on shareholder value. See our latest analysis for Shimano. Shimano’s share price briefly rebounded this week, gaining over 8% in the past seven days, as investors responded to talk of a possible treasury stock cancellation and...
TSE:9974
TSE:9974Consumer Retailing

What Belc (TSE:9974)'s Shareholder Benefits Expansion and Belc Pay Launch Could Mean for Investors

Belc Co., Ltd. recently announced the expansion of its shareholder benefit program, effective February 2026, which introduces the option for shareholders to make donations and revealed plans to launch the Belc Pay electronic money card in February 2027 for use in its stores. This move highlights Belc's emphasis on fostering long-term shareholder engagement and strengthening its commitment to social responsibility and value creation. We’ll explore how the introduction of Belc Pay may...
TSE:3107
TSE:3107Electronic

Daiwabo Holdings (TSE:3107): Valuation Insights Following Strategic IT Workforce Partnership with BCC

Daiwabo Holdings (TSE:3107) has entered into a capital and business partnership with BCC Co., Ltd., with the goal of deepening collaboration in IT workforce solutions. The move is intended to help address labor shortages and expand new business opportunities. See our latest analysis for Daiwabo Holdings. Daiwabo Holdings’ latest partnership follows a period of renewed optimism, with the share price gaining 7.8% over the past month and returning 2.9% to shareholders in the last year. Momentum...
TSE:6622
TSE:6622Electrical

A Look at Daihen (TSE:6622) Valuation Following Secondary Stock Offering and New Selling Price

Daihen (TSE:6622) has set the selling price for a secondary offering of its common stock at 8,380 yen per share, following a recent Board resolution. This move aims to raise new capital and improve liquidity. See our latest analysis for DAIHEN. After a red-hot run that delivered a 26.85% total shareholder return over the past year, DAIHEN has kept up its positive momentum. Fresh capital from the new offering comes as the stock sits at ¥8,720, having climbed over 10% in the last 90 days...
TSE:8630
TSE:8630Insurance

Will Dividend Hike and Buyback Shift Sompo Holdings' (TSE:8630) Capital Allocation Narrative?

Earlier this month, Sompo Holdings announced an upward revision to its full-year earnings guidance, increased its dividend for the second quarter, and authorized a new share buyback program of up to 24 million shares, representing 2.64% of issued share capital, valued at ¥77,000 million. These actions reflect management's confidence in the company's current financial performance and an active approach in boosting shareholder returns through both dividends and share repurchases. We'll explore...