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There's been a notable change in appetite for GMO Payment Gateway, Inc. ( TSE:3769 ) shares in the week since its...

Investors in Asahi Intecc Co., Ltd. ( TSE:7747 ) had a good week, as its shares rose 5.2% to close at JP¥4,100...

A week ago, ASICS Corporation ( TSE:7936 ) came out with a strong set of half-yearly numbers that could potentially...

Sankyo (TSE:6417) has put dividends at the center of its latest board decision, revising its payout policy, lifting interim and year end guidance, and introducing a dividend on equity framework. See our latest analysis for Sankyo. Sankyo's latest dividend decision arrives after a mixed share price pattern, with a 14.11% 1 month share price return and a 9.74% 3 month share price return contrasting with a year to date share price decline of 24.32%. Over longer horizons, the stock shows a 33.08%...

Monogatari Corporation recently approved a higher dividend of ¥23.00 per share for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026, and issued earnings and dividend guidance through the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. The combination of an increased payout and detailed forecasts for sales, profit and earnings per share gives investors clearer visibility into Monogatari’s shareholder return policy and expected financial performance. With this dividend increase and earnings guidance now in focus, we...

Nishi-Nippon Railroad (TSE:9031) shares are in focus after the company reported improved first quarter revenue and net income, alongside new consolidated earnings guidance through the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027. See our latest analysis for Nishi-Nippon Railroad. The recent guidance and first quarter update come after a strong period for Nishi-Nippon Railroad, with the share price up 8.78% year to date and a 1 year total shareholder return of 43.98%, pointing to building momentum...

Takeda Pharmaceutical (TSE:4502) is back in focus after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved ORZEYFUL, a first in class oral orexin receptor agonist for adults with narcolepsy type 1. See our latest analysis for Takeda Pharmaceutical. The FDA approval of ORZEYFUL has arrived alongside building momentum in Takeda Pharmaceutical's stock, with a 1 day share price return of 3.43% and a year to date share price return of 15.99%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 31.54% points to...

Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank (TSE:8361) has issued new consolidated earnings guidance, projecting profit attributable to owners of parent of ¥9,000 million for the half year and ¥20,600 million for the full fiscal year ending March 2027. See our latest analysis for Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank. Ogaki Kyoritsu Bank’s recent earnings guidance lands at a time when momentum is already strong, with a 68.2% year to date share price return and a very large 5 year total shareholder return of 418.18% signalling that...

ORIX (TSE:8591) has moved into focus after its board met on 6 August 2026 to revise the dividend policy for the fiscal year ending 31 March 2027, along with releasing fresh earnings and guidance. See our latest analysis for ORIX. At a share price of ¥6,294, ORIX has had a firm year to date, with a 36.35% share price return and a 70.19% total shareholder return over 12 months. This suggests momentum has been building as investors respond to stronger guidance, revised dividends and recent write...

Resonac Holdings Corporation recently reported past half-year results to June 30, 2026, with sales rising to ¥676,852 million and net income increasing to ¥48,451 million, alongside sharply higher basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations. At the same time, the company revised its 2026 guidance to lower full-year revenue but higher operating and net profit, reflecting stronger Semiconductor and Electronic Materials volumes and the planned spinoff of the Crasus Chemical...

Pigeon (TSE:7956) shares moved after the company released half year results and confirmed full year guidance. Investors now have fresh earnings data and management targets to assess the stock’s recent performance. See our latest analysis for Pigeon. Pigeon’s share price has climbed through 2026, with a 31.31% year to date share price return and a 14.94% 90 day share price return. The 5 year total shareholder return remains down 19.11%, suggesting recent momentum is rebuilding after a weaker...

Daifuku Co., Ltd. recently reported higher half-year sales and earnings for the period to June 30, 2026, raised its full-year earnings guidance, and increased both its interim dividend to ¥40.00 per share and forecast year-end dividend to ¥50.00 per share, implying an expected annual payout of ¥90.00 per share and a projected dividend payout ratio of 38.5%. The company linked these upgrades to stronger-than-planned progress in semiconductor cleanroom projects, improved production efficiency...

Bond markets are back in the spotlight as long term yields climb, geopolitical risks around the US and Iran stay elevated, and oil trades above $91 a barrel. That mix puts pressure on some stocks, but it can also create fresh openings where debt issuance and trading activity stay busy. This article walks through 3 stocks exposed to these forces and why their bond market links matter for your portfolio thinking. The three stocks covered next are just a starting sample, since the full screen...

Kureha (TSE:4023) raised its earnings guidance for the six months to 30 September 2026, citing earlier crop protection shipments, stronger profitability in its Specialty Chemicals segment, and higher income from investments accounted for using the equity method. See our latest analysis for Kureha. Kureha's latest guidance revision comes as the stock trades at ¥4,570, with a 90 day share price return of 23.18% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 35.47%, suggesting momentum has built over...

Government bond yields across Europe are climbing as inflation concerns and Iran US tensions keep investors focused on higher for longer interest rates. That shift is putting fresh attention on reliable income from equities. Dividend powerhouses with yields above 5% and well covered, stable payouts can help investors maintain cash flow even as bond markets reset. This article highlights three such stocks from the screener. The three dividend powerhouses in this article are only a starting...

Nissan Chemical Corporation has reported first-quarter 2026 results, with sales rising to ¥78,792 million and net income reaching ¥16,844 million, lifting basic earnings per share from continuing operations to ¥125.74 versus ¥102.20 a year earlier. Alongside these earnings, the board approved disposing of treasury shares to bolster a performance-linked stock compensation plan, aligning management incentives more closely with the company’s operational results. We will now examine how the...

Toda (TSE:1860) is back in focus after reporting first quarter 2026 results that showed higher sales and net income compared with a year earlier, supported by stronger basic earnings per share. See our latest analysis for Toda. The latest earnings release has arrived after a strong run in Toda’s stock. The share price return year to date is 16.4% and the 1 year total shareholder return is 53.91%, suggesting momentum has been building ahead of these results. If strong construction demand has...

Iyogin Holdings (TSE:5830) drew fresh attention on August 7, 2026, after raising its earnings guidance for the half year to September and launching a new share repurchase program alongside its recent quarterly results. See our latest analysis for Iyogin Holdings. Those guidance upgrades and the new buyback have come after a strong run in Iyogin Holdings’ stock, with a year to date share price return of 55.4% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 106.76% indicating powerful momentum rather...

Toyota Motor has delivered an 87.5% total return over the past five years, yet the valuation checks point to a more mixed picture rather than a clear bargain or clear overvaluation today. The 87.5% five year return signals that long term holders have already seen substantial gains, so fresh buyers need to think carefully about how much upside is left from here. Stronger profit expectations supported by higher hybrid vehicle demand and a large share buyback can help support the current share...

After a strong five year run, DAIHEN’s share price now sits at ¥14,040 while the Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) intrinsic value estimate points to the stock trading at a premium, and the broader valuation checks also lean on the expensive side. DAIHEN has returned 243.7% over the past 5 years, which puts extra focus on whether today’s price still leaves much room for further value creation. Future cash flow growth can support the current valuation if DAIHEN continues to convert earnings into...

As global markets navigate a complex landscape of easing inflation concerns, fluctuating oil prices, and geopolitical tensions, investors are seeking stability amid mixed signals from major indices. With the S&P 500 showing modest gains and European markets facing pressures from energy sector shifts, dividend stocks present an attractive option for those looking to balance potential growth with steady income. In this environment, selecting dividend stocks that offer reliable payouts can be a...

Kraftia (TSE:1959) has filed a ¥50 billion shelf registration for notes, signalling preparations for potential future financing. This move draws attention to how the company might fund upcoming projects or balance sheet needs. See our latest analysis for Kraftia. The ¥50 billion shelf registration comes as Kraftia’s share price has eased, with a 1-day share price return that declined 2.39% and a 30-day share price return that declined 3.29%. Even so, total shareholder return of 18.38% over 1...

In early August 2026, Furukawa Electric raised its earnings guidance for the first half and full fiscal year to March 2027 and announced large-scale global investments of about ¥100,000 million plus a planned US$500 million expansion of its India joint venture to greatly increase optical fiber and cable capacity by around 2028. The company’s plans, backed by long-term customer purchase commitments and technical collaborations with Lightera in the U.S. and partners in Japan and India,...

Nidec (TSE:6594) has postponed its first quarter 2027 results as it reviews prior financial statements, investigates potential product quality issues and unpaid customs duties, and completes related audit and tax checks. See our latest analysis for Nidec. Nidec's investigations into past financial reporting, product quality and customs issues come after a year where the share price has a 34.03% year to date gain to ¥2,804. However, the 5 year total shareholder return is down 53.17%, which...