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AGC (TSE:5201) has returned to profitability after years of steep earnings decline, with its earnings forecast to grow 18.9% per year, outpacing the Japanese market’s 7.9% annual growth expectation. Revenue is set to grow just 2.5% per year, behind the JP market average of 4.4%, while a significant one-off loss of ¥176.1 billion weighed on the most recent twelve-month results through September 30, 2025. Against this backdrop, investors are paying close attention to the sustainability of the...

Teijin (TSE:3401) is currently running at a loss, with net losses worsening at an average rate of 64.2% per year in the last five years. Revenue is projected to increase just 1.4% annually, lagging the Japanese market’s 4.4% growth forecast. Shares trade at ¥1226.5, which is below the company’s internally estimated fair value of ¥1309.79. Despite the slow revenue outlook, analysts expect earnings to grow 17.39% annually, setting the stage for profitability within three years. This makes...

Asahi Kasei (TSE:3407) posted net profit margins of 4%, a notable rise from 2.4% a year ago. EPS growth for the past year reached 76.6%, reversing a prior five-year average annual decline of 11.9%. Revenue is expected to climb 4.5% per year, marginally ahead of the Japanese market average. Earnings are forecast to grow at 13.3%, outpacing broader market expectations. Investors may see the improvement in both margins and bottom-line growth as a constructive shift after years of declining...

Eisai (TSE:4523) delivered a striking turnaround in its latest earnings report, with profits jumping 54.1% over the past year after having declined at an annualized rate of 14.1% for five years straight. Net profit margin climbed from 4.4% to 6.3% year on year, and the company now projects earnings growth of 13.7% annually, well ahead of the broader Japanese market forecast of 7.9% per year. Revenue is expected to grow slightly below the market rate at 4.1% per year. Despite the premium...

Seiko Epson (TSE:6724) posted 5.9% average annual earnings growth over the past five years. However, the latest results reflect a year-over-year drop in earnings and a tighter net profit margin at 3.2%, down from 3.9% last year. Looking ahead, longer-term earnings are forecast to accelerate at 9.5% per year, which is higher than Japan’s broader market outlook of 7.9% annual growth, although revenue is expected to trail the market. With shares currently trading below the estimated fair value,...

Sysmex (TSE:6869) is forecasting earnings growth of 11.2% per year, easily ahead of the broader Japanese market’s expected 7.9% pace. Revenue is projected to grow at 6.7% annually, also above the market’s 4.4% rate. The company’s current net profit margin of 9.4% is a step down from last year’s 10.9%. Over the last five years, Sysmex’s earnings have increased at an average of 9.7% per year, signaling steady underlying momentum despite the recent dip in profit margins. See our full analysis...

Konica Minolta (TSE:4902) remains unprofitable, with losses deepening at an average rate of 26.3% per year over the last five years. While management expects revenue to decline by around 1% per year through the next three years and net margins have not shown improvement, current forecasts anticipate earnings growth of 7.14% annually and a potential return to profitability within three years. The shares are currently trading at ¥609.7, which is below the estimated fair value of ¥805.17. The...

Tokyo Gas Ltd (TSE:9531) just unveiled a major package of shareholder-focused measures. On October 29, the company announced a significant share buyback, raised its dividend, and updated its shareholder return policy to boost capital efficiency. See our latest analysis for Tokyo GasLtd. Momentum has been building for Tokyo GasLtd, with a 30.5% year-to-date share price return and an impressive 51.3% total shareholder return over the past year. The recent surge in price, likely fueled by the...

Sojitz (TSE:2768) just revealed it will raise its second quarter dividend to JPY 82.50 per share for the year ending March 2026, up from last year’s JPY 75.00. The payout, set for December 1, highlights management’s confidence in the company’s current trajectory. See our latest analysis for Sojitz. After a stellar year for shareholders, Sojitz's decision to boost its dividend only underscores the momentum building behind the stock. The share price has soared nearly 31% so far this year, while...

Marubeni (TSE:8002) posted a net profit margin of 7%, up from 6.2% previously, and delivered year-on-year earnings growth of 24.7%, outstripping its five-year average of 23% per year. While the company’s revenue is forecast to climb 4.99% annually, beating the broader Japanese market projection of 4.4%, expected forward earnings growth of just 0.2% per year may underwhelm in light of the market’s 7.9% outlook. The recent profit margin gains and a strong run of historical earnings growth are...

Pola Orbis Holdings' (TSE:4927) stock up by 3.1% over the past three months. However, in this article, we decided to...

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On November 5, 2025, Obayashi Corporation announced an upward revision to its consolidated and non-consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, citing strong progress in construction projects and higher profitability in overseas subsidiaries. The forecast now anticipates operating income of ¥165 billion and profit attributable to owners of parent at ¥149 billion, reflecting increased gross margins from both domestic and international construction activity. We'll...

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As the global economic landscape shifts, Asia's tech sector is capturing attention with its potential for high growth, particularly amidst easing U.S.-China trade tensions and Japan's record stock market highs. In this dynamic environment, identifying promising tech stocks involves assessing their innovation capabilities and adaptability to changing geopolitical and economic conditions.

As global markets navigate a mixed landscape, with U.S. small-cap indexes declining and Asia's economic dynamics shifting, investors are keenly observing opportunities in the region. In this context, identifying promising stocks involves seeking companies that can capitalize on local market trends and demonstrate resilience amid broader economic fluctuations.

Sumitomo Corporation recently announced earnings guidance for the year ending March 31, 2026, projecting profit attributable to owners of the parent at ¥570 billion and earnings per share at ¥471.75, alongside a second-quarter cash dividend increase to ¥70.00 per share from ¥65.00 a year ago, with dividend payments starting December 1, 2025. This guidance, combined with the dividend hike, signals management’s confidence in the company’s future earnings capacity and shareholder returns. We’ll...

J. Front Retailing reported an 8.2% year-on-year increase in department store sales for October 2025, marking the third consecutive month of growth, driven by strong spending from overseas visitors and brisk demand for autumn and winter apparel after a sudden temperature drop. This sustained sales momentum highlights how both tourism recovery and weather shifts are materially influencing the company's retail operations. We’ll explore how robust foreign visitor spending is shaping J. Front...

Komatsu (TSE:6301) has caught investor attention as its stock moved slightly down this week, following a broader dip in the capital goods sector. Recent trading comes after a solid year for the company. This has sparked fresh questions about valuation. See our latest analysis for Komatsu. Komatsu’s share price has slipped this week alongside the broader sector, but zoom out and the stock’s momentum really stands out. After a strong start to the year, shareholders have enjoyed a year-to-date...

Wondering whether ORIX is a hidden gem or an overhyped stock? You are not alone, especially if you are looking for value plays in today’s shifting market. The stock has delivered an impressive 17.8% return over the last year, achieving 11.9% year-to-date and nearly doubling over three years. However, it dipped slightly by -2.2% over the past month. Much of the recent price movement is being discussed in the context of ORIX’s continual expansion into global infrastructure...

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Nihon Dengi (TSE:1723) delivered robust earnings growth of 39.8% over the past year, handily outpacing its five-year average growth rate of 19% per year. Revenue is projected to rise at 5.1% per year, slightly ahead of the Japanese market’s 4.5% expectation. EPS is forecast to grow at 6.91% per year, tracking just behind the market’s 7.8% pace. The company’s profit margins jumped to 15.1% from last year’s 12.7%, giving investors reason for optimism about the sustainability of performance. See...

Daitron (TSE:7609) posted standout earnings this year, with profit expanding 42.7%, far outpacing its five-year annual growth rate of 16%. Net profit margins improved to 5.2% from last year’s 3.9%, underscoring rising profitability and consistent high-quality earnings according to recent filings. With a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.4x, which is well below industry and peer averages, the current share price may catch the eye of investors searching for value, even as a minor risk around...