Japanese Basic Materials Stock News

Sumitomo Electric Industries (TSE:5802) has just reported its latest results with investors focused on how its quarterly revenue and EPS compare with a backdrop of steadily building earnings over recent years. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from about ¥1.11t in Q1 2025 to ¥1.23t in Q4 2025 and ¥1.23t in Q2 2026, while basic EPS has shifted from ¥40.73 to ¥102.69 and then ¥80.55 over the same periods. With trailing 12 month EPS at ¥276.90 and a net margin of 4.5%, the story this...

If you are wondering whether DIC is fairly priced or offering value right now, the key is to look past the headline share price and focus on what different valuation methods are saying. DIC last closed at ¥3,839, with share price returns of 3.2% over 7 days, 5.8% over 30 days, 5.8% year to date, 22.1% over 1 year, 78.5% over 3 years and 74.0% over 5 years. This puts recent and longer term performance firmly on the radar for valuation focused investors. Recent coverage has centered on how...

As global markets navigate a complex landscape marked by steady interest rates and mixed economic signals, investors are keenly observing sectors that have shown resilience amid recent fluctuations. In this environment, identifying stocks that are perceived to be undervalued can offer opportunities for those looking to capitalize on potential market inefficiencies.

As global markets navigate a complex landscape characterized by stable interest rates and mixed economic signals, investors are increasingly focused on finding reliable income streams. In this environment, dividend stocks yielding at least 3% offer an attractive option for those seeking steady returns amidst fluctuating consumer confidence and evolving geopolitical dynamics.

Yokogawa Electric (TSE:6841) has put fresh numbers on the table for Q3 2026, with the latest reported quarter showing revenue of ¥151.8 billion and basic EPS of ¥55.78, set against trailing twelve month EPS of ¥220.76 and net income of ¥56.9 billion. Over recent quarters, the company has seen revenue move between ¥128.9 billion and ¥153.5 billion, while quarterly EPS has ranged from ¥38.65 to ¥59.08. This gives investors a clearer view of how sales and per share earnings have tracked...

JTEKT (TSE:6473) has released its Q3 2026 scorecard, with recent quarterly revenue figures sitting between ¥454.4b and ¥499.3b over the last six reported periods, and basic EPS ranging from a loss of ¥13.36 to earnings of ¥31.53, highlighting how mixed the earnings line has been. Over that stretch, the company has seen total revenue move from ¥466.6b in Q3 2025 to ¥475.4b in Q2 2026, while basic EPS shifted from ¥10.83 to ¥17.76. Trailing twelve month EPS figures in the ¥28.21 to ¥68.15 range...

MonotaRO (TSE:3064) has just posted its FY 2025 third quarter numbers, with revenue at ¥81.2b and EPS of ¥16.24, while trailing twelve month revenue sits at ¥318.0b and EPS at ¥62.26, giving investors a clear read on both the latest quarter and the rolling trend. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥72.1b in FY 2024 Q3 to ¥81.2b in FY 2025 Q3, with EPS over the same quarters shifting from ¥12.86 to ¥16.24. Those headline figures set the stage for how you might think about growth...

NTN (TSE:6472) has just posted its Q3 2026 scorecard, with recent quarterly revenue figures sitting around ¥203.2 billion in Q2 2026 and ¥210.1 billion in Q4 2025, while EPS has swung from a loss of ¥29.37 in Q4 2025 to a positive ¥3.61 in Q2 2026. Over the past few quarters, the company has seen revenue hover in a tight band between roughly ¥199.0 billion and ¥210.8 billion, with EPS moving from small profits like ¥0.32 in Q1 2025 through deeper losses such as ¥11.57 in Q3 2025 before...

Ibiden Co., Ltd. has already held a board meeting on February 3, 2026 to review its capital investment plan and future outlook, alongside reporting nine‑month 2025 sales of ¥298,621 million and net income of ¥31,000 million. The company’s higher basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations highlight improving profitability, which may influence how investors assess its longer-term capital allocation priorities. With stronger earnings per share now on the table, we’ll...

Keyence Corporation reported past earnings for the nine months ended December 20, 2025, with sales rising to ¥834,605 million and net income reaching ¥311,167 million, both above the prior-year period. The increase in basic earnings per share from ¥1,203.03 to ¥1,283.03 highlights improved profitability over the nine-month period. Next, we'll examine how Keyence's higher sales and net income shape the company's investment narrative and longer-term business positioning. Rare earth metals are...

On 29 January 2026, Shimizu Corporation’s board approved subscribing to a third-party capital increase at Aomi Construction, making Aomi a consolidated and specified subsidiary with capital equivalent to at least one-tenth of Shimizu’s own. This move, alongside Shimizu’s recent ¥20,000,000,000 unsecured bond issuance maturing in 2031, highlights a meaningful expansion of its construction footprint and financing commitments. We will now examine how bringing Aomi Construction under full...

Japan Post Insurance (TSE:7181) is back in focus after its board approved a stock split and related amendments to its Articles of Incorporation on January 29, 2026. This move can influence liquidity and the shareholder mix. See our latest analysis for Japan Post Insurance. The stock split decision comes after a strong run in the shares, with the latest share price at ¥4,861 and a 90 day share price return of 22.23%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 66.97% and 5 year total shareholder...

Orient earnings event and why it matters for shareholders Orient (TSE:8585) released nine month results to December 31, 2025, with sales and revenue higher than a year earlier, while net income and earnings per share moved the other way. See our latest analysis for Orient. Orient’s mixed nine month earnings update has come alongside firm share price momentum, with a 14.8% 90 day share price return and a 47.29% 1 year total shareholder return pointing to improving sentiment rather than fading...

Taiyo KagakuLtd (TSE:2902) Q3 2026 Earnings Snapshot Taiyo KagakuLtd (TSE:2902) has posted its Q3 2026 numbers with revenue of ¥13.6b and basic EPS of ¥83.68, alongside net income of ¥1,413m that sits against a trailing twelve month EPS of ¥290.99 and net income of ¥4,911m. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move from ¥12.1b in Q4 2025 to ¥13.2b in Q2 2026 and ¥13.6b in Q3 2026, while quarterly basic EPS has ranged from ¥61.53 in Q1 2026 to ¥83.68 in the latest period. This...

Nintendo’s February 2026 nine‑month earnings showed profit rising more than 50% and sales nearly doubling, powered by brisk demand for the new Switch 2 console and lifting lifetime Switch family sales to 155.37 million units, surpassing the Nintendo DS record. The company’s ability to keep full-year forecasts intact despite US tariffs and higher memory chip costs underlines how resilient current Switch 2 demand has been so far. Next, we examine how record Switch 2 sales and maintained...

Impact of Iyogin HoldingsInc (TSE:5830) completing its share buyback Iyogin HoldingsInc (TSE:5830) has completed a share repurchase of 2,750,900 shares, or 0.94% of its stock, for ¥6,999.97 million, closing the buyback program announced on November 7, 2025. See our latest analysis for Iyogin HoldingsInc. The buyback lands alongside a strong run in Iyogin HoldingsInc’s shares, with a 1 month share price return of 17.66% and 90 day share price return of 25.69%. The 1 year total shareholder...

SCREEN Holdings Co., Ltd. recently reported results for the nine months ended December 31, 2025, showing sales of ¥425,352 million and net income of ¥54,946 million, while also approving a stock split and doubling its authorized share capital effective April 1, 2026. Alongside these developments, the company reaffirmed its full-year guidance, signaling management’s commitment to its existing earnings outlook despite softer nine-month performance. Next, we’ll explore how the reaffirmed...

Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444) has reported another solid quarter, with Q3 2026 revenue of ¥41.8b and basic EPS of ¥243.44, supported by trailing 12 month EPS of ¥752.51 and net income of ¥46.3b. The company’s quarterly revenue has moved from ¥42.0b in Q4 2025 to ¥39.2b in Q1 2026, ¥37.0b in Q2 2026 and now ¥41.8b. Over the same period, EPS shifted from ¥199.00 to ¥95.70, ¥215.52 and ¥243.44, highlighting the growing importance of margins in how investors may interpret this update. See our full...

Nippon Light Metal Holdings Company (TSE:5703) is in focus after its board approved a leadership reshuffle and the company released nine month earnings showing higher sales and net income versus a year earlier. See our latest analysis for Nippon Light Metal Holdings Company. At a share price of ¥2,789, Nippon Light Metal Holdings has a 30-day share price return of 9.37% and a 90-day share price return of 30.51%. Its 1-year total shareholder return of 86.60% points to strong recent momentum...

Leadership transition and why it matters for shareholders Japan Securities Finance (TSE:8511) is set for a leadership reshuffle, with Morikuni Shimoyamada becoming Representative Executive Officer and CEO and Yutaka Okada stepping in as Co-CEO from April 2026. The appointments follow a board process tied to the 8th Mid-Term Management Plan, which is scheduled to begin in fiscal 2026, and are part of the firm’s existing approach to succession planning for top roles. At the same time, current...

SEIKOH GIKEN Co., Ltd. ( TSE:6834 ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 27% gain in the last month...

As global markets navigate a complex landscape marked by steady interest rates and fluctuating consumer confidence, investors are increasingly turning their attention to Asia, where economic resilience presents unique opportunities. In this context, identifying undervalued stocks becomes crucial for those looking to capitalize on potential market inefficiencies and long-term growth prospects.

As global markets navigate a period of mixed economic signals, with China’s stock markets showing minimal change and Japan experiencing declines amid political uncertainty, investors are increasingly looking towards dividend stocks in Asia as a potential source of stable returns. In this environment, selecting dividend stocks that offer consistent payouts and demonstrate resilience to market fluctuations can be an effective strategy for building a balanced portfolio.

Yamato Holdings (TSE:9064) has just posted its Q3 2026 scorecard, with revenue of ¥531.9 billion and basic EPS of ¥94.97, capping a year in which trailing twelve month EPS reached ¥106.84 and net income excluding extra items came in at ¥34.25 billion. Over the past several quarters, the company has seen revenue range from ¥418.2 billion in Q4 2025 to ¥531.9 billion in Q3 2026, while quarterly basic EPS has moved between a loss of ¥17.01 in Q1 2026 and ¥117.62 in Q3 2025. This comes against a...