Japanese Basic Materials Stock News

Mirai IndustryLtd (TSE:7931) opened Q1 2027 with revenue of ¥12.8b and net income of ¥1.4b, translating into basic EPS of ¥85.30, setting a clear marker for how the year is starting. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move from ¥11.3b in Q2 2026 to ¥10.3b in Q4 2026 and then to ¥12.8b in Q1 2027, while basic EPS shifted from ¥72.00 to ¥54.70 and then to ¥85.30. This gives investors a concrete view of how the top and bottom line are tracking into the new fiscal year. With a...

KOA (TSE:6999) opened Q1 2027 with Total Revenue of ¥20.9 billion and Net Income (excluding extra items) of ¥1.6 billion, translating into Basic EPS of ¥43.86. The company reported quarterly revenue increasing from ¥16.8 billion in Q1 2026 to ¥20.9 billion in Q1 2027, while Basic EPS moved from ¥11.29 to ¥43.86 over the same period, alongside a trailing twelve month EPS of ¥138.97 and Net Income of ¥5.2 billion that reflect a very large year over year change in earnings and a higher net...

Nagase Brothers (TSE:9733) opened its new fiscal year with Q1 2027 revenue of ¥14.2 billion and a reported loss of ¥305 million, equivalent to EPS of ¥11.85, contrasting with a trailing twelve month EPS of ¥135.15 on revenue of ¥64.7 billion. Over the past five reported quarters, revenue has moved from ¥13.7 billion in Q1 2026 to a peak of ¥17.3 billion in Q3 2026 before this quarter's level. Quarterly EPS has ranged from ¥5.32 in Q1 2026 up to ¥66.25 in Q3 2026. Against that backdrop, the...

Kubota Corporation and AirJoule Technologies previously announced initial deployments of AirJoule’s water-from-air systems in Texas and California, alongside an exclusive sales partnership focused on multi-unit residential developments in water-constrained U.S. regions. The collaboration highlights how decentralized water-from-air infrastructure could help unlock residential construction where traditional water access and regulatory requirements have constrained development. We’ll now...

In July 2026, global markets have experienced a mix of volatility and resilience, with major U.S. equity indexes facing declines amid tech sector challenges and geopolitical tensions influencing energy prices. Despite these fluctuations, the cooling inflation data has eased rate hike expectations, providing a nuanced landscape for investors seeking opportunities in undervalued stocks. In such an environment, identifying stocks estimated to be below their intrinsic value can offer potential...

As global markets navigate a landscape of mixed economic signals, including cooler-than-expected inflation data and fluctuating indices like the S&P 600 for small-cap stocks, investors are increasingly seeking opportunities in under-the-radar companies. In this context, identifying promising small-cap stocks with strong financial metrics becomes crucial for those looking to capitalize on potential growth amid broader market volatility.

B-R 31 Ice CreamLtd (TSE:2268) has posted Q2 2026 revenue of ¥11,080 million and basic EPS of ¥73.89, with trailing twelve month EPS at ¥172.58 and net income of ¥1,663 million framing the latest quarter against a longer track record of profit generation. Over recent periods, the company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥9,232 million in Q2 2025 to ¥11,080 million in Q2 2026, while basic EPS shifted from ¥88.11 to ¥73.89. This sets up a results season in which investors are likely to...

Shin-Etsu PolymerLtd (TSE:7970) opened its Q1 2027 report with revenue of ¥30.6 billion and basic EPS of ¥30.04, setting the tone for how investors will be weighing growth against profitability trends this quarter. The company has seen revenue move from ¥28.0 billion and EPS of ¥38.65 in Q1 2026 to ¥30.6 billion and EPS of ¥30.04 in Q1 2027, giving a clear snapshot of how the top line and per share earnings have tracked over the past year. With a lower trailing net margin than a year ago, the...

Disco (TSE:6146) opened Q1 2027 with revenue of ¥114,308 million, basic EPS of ¥315.50 and net income of ¥34,221 million, setting the tone for how investors assess the latest quarter against its recent run. Over the last year the company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥89,914 million in Q1 2026 to ¥114,308 million in Q1 2027, with basic EPS rising from ¥219.22 to ¥315.50 and trailing twelve month EPS reaching ¥1,346.09, which keeps attention squarely on how firmly margins are holding up...

The AI theme sits at the crossroads of higher-for-longer interest rates, sticky inflation risks and a global race to boost productivity. While central banks focus on inflation, many companies are looking to artificial intelligence to manage costs, lift efficiency and support new products across chips, software, cloud and large language models like ChatGPT. This screener filters for stocks directly exposed to that trend, so you are not guessing which companies truly benefit from AI. In this...

Chiyoda (TSE:6366) is back on investor radars after a recent move in its share price, with the stock closing at ¥705. Short term gains contrast with weaker performance over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Chiyoda. Recent trading suggests momentum in Chiyoda’s share price is trying to stabilise, with a 1 day share price return of 2.17% and 7 day share price return of 5.07%, set against a 90 day share price decline of 31.35%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 101.43%...

The market seemed underwhelmed by last week's earnings announcement from KOMEDA Holdings Co., Ltd. ( TSE:3543 ) despite...

The recent earnings posted by First-corporation Inc. ( TSE:1430 ) were solid, but the stock didn't move as much as we...

Money Forward, Inc. ( TSE:3994 ) just reported some strong earnings, and the market reacted accordingly with a healthy...

The recent earnings posted by Yamashita Health Care Holdings,Inc. ( TSE:9265 ) were solid, but the stock didn't move as...

Investors were disappointed by IG Port, Inc.'s ( TSE:3791 ) latest earnings release. We did some further digging and...

Mbs Inc ( TSE:1401 ) just reported healthy earnings but the stock price didn't move much. We think that investors have...

With central banks keeping policy tight and energy prices under close watch, many investors are looking for sectors that focus on reliable, long-term power generation. Nuclear energy stocks sit squarely in that conversation, supported by interest in low carbon baseload electricity and resilient demand for secure supply. The Nuclear Energy Stocks screener filters this space to highlight companies across uranium production, enrichment, and reactor operations, helping you focus on businesses...

Niitaka Co., Ltd. ( TSE:4465 ) announced strong profits, but the stock was stagnant. Our analysis suggests that...

Even though JDC Corporation's ( TSE:1887 ) recent earnings release was robust, the market didn't seem to notice. We...

Even when a business is losing money, it's possible for shareholders to make money if they buy a good business at the...

With central banks keeping a close eye on inflation, bond yields staying elevated across major regions and energy prices adding extra pressure, reliable income has moved back to the top of many investors’ wish lists. The Dividend Powerhouses screener focuses on companies offering more than a 5% dividend yield that is covered, growing and stable. This approach can be especially appealing when growth signals are mixed and policy paths are uncertain. In this article, you will see three stocks...

Following the solid earnings report from Toyo Denki Seizo K.K. ( TSE:6505 ), the market responded by bidding up the...

Why ORIX Filed A New Debt Shelf Registration ORIX (TSE:8591) has filed a shelf registration for debt securities, giving the company flexibility to issue bonds as funding needs arise and putting its capital structure in sharper focus for investors. This filing arrives as ORIX continues to operate across multiple segments, including corporate finance, real estate, insurance, banking, aircraft and ships, and overseas operations in the Americas, Europe, Asia and Australia. See our latest analysis...