Japanese Capital Markets Stock News

As global markets navigate the complexities of a U.S. government shutdown and shifting economic indicators, investors are closely watching for signs of potential Federal Reserve rate cuts amid mixed labor market data. In this environment, identifying undervalued stocks can be particularly appealing as they may offer opportunities for growth when broader market conditions stabilize.

In recent weeks, global markets have shown resilience despite a U.S. government shutdown and mixed economic signals, with equities gaining ground amid expectations of potential Federal Reserve rate cuts. As investors navigate this complex landscape, dividend stocks continue to attract attention for their ability to provide income in uncertain times. A good dividend stock typically offers a stable payout history and strong fundamentals, making it an appealing option for those seeking...

Furukawa Electric (TSE:5801) just held a board meeting to consider a major capital investment aimed at expanding into HVDC cable production. This move highlights the company's potential commitment to future infrastructure trends. See our latest analysis for Furukawa Electric. Furukawa Electric has been showing strong momentum as investors respond positively to both new strategic moves such as the HVDC cable expansion plan and a series of upbeat trading sessions. While the most recent 1-day...

In late September 2025, Sony Financial Group Inc. announced a major share buyback program, authorizing the repurchase of up to 1 billion shares (13.99% of outstanding shares) for ¥100 billion, and completed an initial tranche of 67,122,700 shares for ¥11.67 billion over two days. This large-scale capital return initiative was accompanied by several swift index rebalancing actions, including simultaneous additions and removals from major indices such as the S&P Global 1200 and FTSE All-World...

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Rorze fair value estimate is JP¥2,721 Rorze's JP¥2,401 share...

Gakujo Co., Ltd. ( TSE:2301 ) will pay a dividend of ¥34.00 on the 27th of January. The yield is still above the...

Key Insights Significantly high institutional ownership implies TIS' stock price is sensitive to their trading actions...

As global markets navigate a landscape marked by mixed economic signals and shifting monetary policies, investors are increasingly looking to Asia for stability and growth opportunities. In this context, dividend stocks in the region have garnered attention as potential sources of steady income, particularly amidst uncertainties such as fluctuating interest rates and evolving trade dynamics.

Most readers would already be aware that Taisei's (TSE:1801) stock increased significantly by 26% over the past three...

ikuyo Co.,Ltd. ( TSE:7273 ) shares have had a horrible month, losing 30% after a relatively good period beforehand. Of...

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...

CMK Corporation's ( TSE:6958 ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 11x might make it look like a buy right now...

It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...

Key Insights The considerable ownership by retail investors in Foster Electric Company indicates that they collectively...

When close to half the companies in Japan have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") below 14x, you may consider eSOL...

Legendary fund manager Li Lu (who Charlie Munger backed) once said, 'The biggest investment risk is not the volatility...

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...

It's common for many investors, especially those who are inexperienced, to buy shares in companies with a good story...

The Asteria Corporation ( TSE:3853 ) share price has softened a substantial 26% over the previous 30 days, handing back...

Simplex Holdings' (TSE:4373) stock is up by a considerable 13% over the past three months. Given the company's...

Key Insights Institutions' substantial holdings in Dowa Holdings implies that they have significant influence over the...

Ryohin Keikaku (TSE:7453) just announced a board meeting set for early October, where directors will discuss plans to dispose of the company’s treasury stock. This move often draws close investor attention, given its potential effects on share supply and capital structure. See our latest analysis for Ryohin Keikaku. Ryohin Keikaku’s announcement around disposing of treasury stock comes after a remarkable run, with the latest share price sitting at ¥2,702.5. Despite a recent pullback,...

Earlier this week, leading domestic analysts downgraded Nichirei to a middle-tier rating, shifting their outlook for the company's prospects. This adjustment in analyst sentiment is a meaningful development, as coverage changes from major brokerages can influence broader market perception. We’ll explore how this change in domestic analyst sentiment shapes Nichirei’s investment narrative and outlook going forward. The end of cancer? These 28 emerging AI stocks are developing tech that will...

Japan's Asahi Group Holdings recently experienced a ransomware attack attributed to the Qilin group, which disrupted production at its beer plants and resulted in the reported theft of over 9,300 internal company files. Production and shipments have now partially resumed, highlighting both the operational vulnerabilities and the resilience of the beverage manufacturer's recovery process. We'll explore how the disruption and gradual recovery from the cyberattack impacts Asahi Group’s...