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Last week's profit announcement from Sumitomo Corporation ( TSE:8053 ) was underwhelming for investors, despite...

Last week, you might have seen that Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. ( TSE:9107 ) released its half-yearly result to the...

It's been a good week for Obayashi Corporation ( TSE:1802 ) shareholders, because the company has just released its...

Unicharm Corporation recently reported its financial results for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, with net sales decreasing by 3.9% year-on-year and a decline in core operating income. Despite lower sales, the company achieved a slight increase in profit attributable to owners, signaling resilience amid challenging market conditions. We’ll explore how Unicharm’s ability to maintain profitability amid falling sales influences the company’s overall investment narrative. These 13...

On October 29, 2025, Nissan Chemical Corporation held a board meeting to consider and decide on the cancellation of its own shares under Article 178 of the Companies Act. This move reflects the company's intention to adjust its capital structure, which can often reshape expectations regarding shareholder value and future policy direction. We'll assess how Nissan Chemical's proposed share cancellation sharpens the focus on capital management in the company's investment narrative. Explore 28...

Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. ( TSE:7272 ) last week reported its latest third-quarter results, which makes it a good time for...

Key Insights Institutions' substantial holdings in YASKAWA Electric implies that they have significant influence over...

Key Insights The projected fair value for Ubicom Holdings is JP¥1,202 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current...

Unfortunately for some shareholders, the GMO internet, Inc. ( TSE:4784 ) share price has dived 25% in the last thirty...

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Key Insights Nippon Chemi-Con's significant retail investors ownership suggests that the key decisions are influenced...

On November 5, 2025, Sysmex Corporation announced a dividend increase to ¥18.00 per share for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025, introduced a ¥1.00 commemorative dividend, and revised its full-year guidance downward, citing lower-than-expected sales in China and Japan. Despite the reduction in sales and profit forecasts, Sysmex is marking its 30th listing anniversary with a commemorative dividend, highlighting its commitment to shareholder returns even during challenging...

UBE Corporation reported a very large increase in ordinary profit for the first half of 2025, driven by expanding its consolidation scope to include 11 additional companies. This move has considerably strengthened UBE's operational capabilities and international market position within the chemical industry. We will explore how the addition of new companies to UBE’s consolidation scope could shape its evolving investment narrative. We've found 17 US stocks that are forecast to pay a dividend...

Daikin Industries Ltd. recently announced a revision of its full-year consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, projecting net sales of ¥4.84 trillion, operating profit of ¥435 billion, and earnings per share of ¥956.28, while also declaring a lower interim dividend of ¥165.00 per share for the second quarter compared to the prior year. This combination of updated financial projections and a reduced dividend payment can influence how shareholders evaluate the...

Nomura Research Institute recently announced a second-quarter dividend of ¥35.00 per share, up from ¥29.00 a year ago, and provided full-year dividend guidance of ¥39.00 per share alongside detailed earnings forecasts for the year ending March 31, 2026. This dividend growth and clear earnings outlook highlight management’s confidence in future performance and enhance visibility for shareholders. We’ll explore how the company’s higher dividend and earnings guidance update could strengthen its...

HASEKO Corporation recently filed a shelf registration for notes in the principal amount of ¥60 billion, enabling future fundraising flexibility. Such a large-scale filing may prompt market participants to consider HASEKO’s potential capital allocation plans or upcoming strategic projects. We’ll explore how HASEKO’s substantial fundraising capacity might influence its investment narrative going forward. The latest GPUs need a type of rare earth metal called Neodymium and there are only 34...

On November 6, 2025, Daicel Corporation's Board of Directors announced a share repurchase program, authorizing the buyback of up to 11,000,000 shares, equivalent to 4.14% of its issued share capital, for a maximum total of ¥15,000 million by March 31, 2026. This move is part of Daicel's medium-term capital policy, aiming to enhance shareholder returns and promote more efficient use of capital. We'll explore how Daicel's substantial buyback initiative shapes the company's investment narrative...

OBIC Business Consultants (TSE:4733) just announced a hike in its second quarter dividend, raising it to ¥53 per share from ¥50 last year. This move signals the company’s continued focus on shareholder returns and financial strength. See our latest analysis for OBIC Business Consultants. The latest dividend increase adds to a year already marked by strong momentum, with the share price climbing over 29% year-to-date and a total shareholder return of nearly 23% over the past year. In addition,...

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. recently announced a dividend of ¥53.00 per share for the fiscal year April 2025 to March 2026, along with guidance projecting net sales of ¥2.4 trillion and net income per share of ¥250.00 for the same period. These announcements give investors a clearer view of the company’s expected financial performance and upcoming capital returns. We'll explore how the visibility around Shin-Etsu Chemical’s dividend forecast may impact its broader investment...

Nitto Boseki (TSE:3110) announced impressive first-half results along with a raised yearly outlook, underscoring the company’s operational momentum. Management highlighted growing demand and price strength for T-glass, which supported a positive shift in investor sentiment. See our latest analysis for Nitto Boseki. Nitto Boseki’s upgraded outlook and positive news on T-glass ignited major momentum, with the stock surging over 75% in the last three months and delivering a 55% total shareholder...

Nomura Holdings announced a dividend increase to ¥27 per share for shareholders of record as of September 30, with payment set for December 1, 2025, up from the previous year’s ¥23 per share dividend. This heightened payout reflects the firm's willingness to share a larger portion of profits with investors, potentially highlighting confidence in its current financial position or future prospects. We’ll explore how this dividend boost may influence views on Nomura’s earnings quality and...

On November 6, 2025, Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha announced revised consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, alongside updated dividend policies including a lower ordinary dividend of ¥85.00 per share and a commemorative dividend of ¥25.00 per share. This combination of a regular dividend decrease and the introduction of a one-off commemorative dividend highlights the company’s intention to balance shareholder returns amid changing earnings...

On October 31, 2025, HOYA Corporation's board approved an interim dividend of ¥125.00 per share for shareholders of record as of September 30, 2025, a very large increase compared to the ¥45.00 per share paid the previous year, with payment scheduled for November 28, 2025. This substantial dividend increase highlights HOYA's capacity to return more capital to shareholders and signals management's confidence in its financial position. We now explore how this unusually large interim dividend,...