Japanese Beverage Stock News

Nippon Paint Holdings Co., Ltd. recently announced a share repurchase program, authorizing the buyback of up to 35,000,000 shares, about 1.49% of its issued share capital, for ¥30,000 million, valid through February 28, 2026. This move signals the Board’s confidence in the company’s outlook and provides an example of capital allocation that may influence investor sentiment. We'll now assess how this newly authorized buyback could impact Nippon Paint Holdings' investment narrative, especially...

Suntory Beverage & Food France recently confirmed plans to close its La Courneuve production facility by the end of 2026, shifting operations to other sites as part of a broader manufacturing reorganization amid falling sales. This restructuring reflects Suntory's efforts to adapt its French operations to changing market conditions, while offering transition support for affected employees. We'll examine how the factory closure and production realignment reshape Suntory's investment...

If you have been watching Honda Motor lately, you are probably wondering whether now is the moment to make your move. The stock’s chart has certainly been busy. After surging 2.1% in just the last week, it is only a small dip away from where it started the year, and when you zoom out, the longer-term story is even more compelling, with an impressive 125.0% gain over the past five years. Despite some bumps over the last month, when Honda ticked down 6.6%, the bigger trend has been upward...

Amada Holdings Co., Ltd. announced the completion of a share buyback tranche, repurchasing 4,480,000 shares for ¥7.71 billion as part of its ongoing capital management plan by September 30, 2025. This buyback is part of a broader initiative aiming to acquire up to 18 million shares by March 2026, reflecting management’s decision to actively adjust its capital structure. We'll explore how Amada's continued share repurchase efforts may influence its investment narrative and highlight...

Riso Kyoiku Group (TSE:4714) is forecasting robust expansion, with earnings projected to grow 15.88% per year and revenue expected to rise 5.9% annually, both outpacing Japan’s broader market trends. Still, net profit margin slipped to 4.2% from 5.3% last year, snapping the five-year stretch of 6% annual earnings growth and introducing some near-term margin pressure. As growth forecasts stay positive and the stock’s valuation signals both premium pricing and discounted cash flow upside,...

Mr Max Holdings (TSE:8203) posted a 7.9% rise in profits for the past year, a notable reversal from its 5-year average annual decline of 4%. Net profit margins inched up to 2.1%, just above last year’s 2%, and the quality of reported earnings remains high. With shares trading at a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.1x, well below both peer and industry averages, investors will be weighing these attractively priced results against a number of flagged risks, including ongoing financial and dividend...

Nippon BS Broadcasting (TSE:9414) reported a net profit margin of 11.4%, just below last year’s 11.9%, while earnings have been on a downward trend, falling 4.9% per year over the past five years and showing another decline in the most recent period. Despite these headwinds, the stock’s Price-To-Earnings ratio is 13x, which stands lower than peers (15.7x) and the broader Japanese media sector (17.7x), with shares trading at ¥981, well under the fair value estimate of ¥2,616.13. The results...

With its stock down 10% over the past three months, it is easy to disregard Hamamatsu Photonics K.K (TSE:6965). We...

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Interfactory, Inc.'s ( TSE:4057 ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.7x might make it look like a buy right now...

With its stock down 7.3% over the past three months, it is easy to disregard Toei AnimationLtd (TSE:4816). However, a...

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It's been a mediocre week for PAL GROUP Holdings CO., LTD. ( TSE:2726 ) shareholders, with the stock dropping 13% to...

Tokyo Koki (TSE:7719) has had a great run on the share market with its stock up by a significant 24% over the last...

Key Insights Insiders appear to have a vested interest in Noritsu Koki's growth, as seen by their sizeable ownership...

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 29.1x MITSUI-SOKO HOLDINGS Co., Ltd. ( TSE:9302 ) may be sending very...

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Newtech Co.,Ltd.'s ( TSE:6734 ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 10.5x might make it look like a buy right now...

Hisamitsu Pharmaceutical (TSE:4530) delivered a notable earnings performance, with net income rising 34.3% over the past year and five-year average earnings growth running at 14% annually. Net profit margins improved to 12.7% from 9.8%, and while revenue is forecast to grow 4.6% per year, future earnings growth is expected to be modest at just 0.3% annually. The company's current share price of ¥4,104 is below one discounted cash flow estimate of fair value at ¥9,258.81, which adds to a...

Takeuchi Mfg (TSE:6432) has just updated its guidance for the fiscal year ending February 2026, now expecting higher net sales and stronger profits. This upward revision is largely credited to sales growth in North America and Europe, even as some markets faced headwinds. See our latest analysis for Takeuchi Mfg. Takeuchi Mfg’s latest upward earnings revision comes after a year of sustained momentum, with its share price now at ¥5,240 and a total shareholder return of 15.6% over the past...

Nomura (TSE:9716) posted a sharp improvement in net profit margins to 6%, up from 2.3% last year, while delivering a massive 241.4% jump in earnings over the same period. The company has averaged 18.4% annual earnings growth over the past five years. However, management now expects revenue and earnings to decline by 1.3% and 3.7% per year, respectively, for the next three years. With a Price-To-Earnings ratio of 11.1x, which is well below industry and peer averages, and a share price...

Key Insights Significantly high institutional ownership implies Yamato Holdings' stock price is sensitive to their...

Nippon Television Holdings' (TSE:9404) stock is up by a considerable 25% over the past three months. We wonder if and...