Why Trend Micro is on investors' radar
Trend Micro (TSE:4704) has drawn attention after a weak stretch for the share price, with negative returns over the past month, past 3 months, year to date, and over the past year.
That price performance sits against current annual revenue of ¥272,733 and net income of ¥34,882. This has prompted investors to reassess how the cybersecurity group’s earnings profile lines up with its recent share price moves.
See our latest analysis for Trend Micro.
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In early February 2026, Panasonic Holdings Corporation lowered its full-year earnings guidance, cutting expected operating profit to ¥290,000 million and net profit attributable to the company to ¥240,000 million, mainly due to an extra ¥30 billion in restructuring costs under its Group Management Reform.
At the same time, Panasonic reported nine‑month results to December 31, 2025 showing sales of ¥5,883,780 million and net income of ¥125,297 million, both down sharply from the prior year,...
As global markets experience volatility and shifts in investor sentiment, Asia's stock markets have shown resilience, with Japan's indices rising amid optimism and China's economic activity seeing modest upticks. In this dynamic environment, dividend stocks can offer a stable income stream, making them an attractive option for investors seeking to balance growth with consistent returns.
Nippon Steel Corporation reported results for the nine months to December 31, 2025, with sales rising to ¥7,256,323 million but turning from prior-year net income to a net loss of ¥45,002 million.
The company’s move from earnings per share of ¥73.6 to a basic loss per share of ¥8.61 raises questions about cost pressures and profitability drivers.
Next, we’ll examine how this abrupt swing to a net loss shapes Nippon Steel’s investment narrative and future risk considerations.
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Nomura Holdings, Inc. recently approved a share repurchase program of up to 100,000,000 shares, or 3.41% of its free float, for ¥60,000 million by September 30, 2026, alongside releasing mixed third-quarter and nine-month earnings to December 31, 2025.
An interesting aspect is that the repurchased shares are intended not only to lift capital efficiency but also to fund future stock compensation, linking capital returns directly with employee incentives.
Against this backdrop, we’ll examine...
As global markets experience volatility, with small-cap and value-oriented stocks gaining traction amid concerns over AI-driven disruptions, investors are increasingly looking towards Asia for promising opportunities. In this dynamic landscape, identifying stocks that demonstrate resilience and potential for growth becomes crucial; Longhua Technology Group Ltd and two other lesser-known companies may offer such prospects in the evolving Asian market.
Earnings jump refocuses attention on Tokyo Kiraboshi Financial Group
Tokyo Kiraboshi Financial Group (TSE:7173) just released nine month results to December 31, 2025, with higher net interest income and net income than a year earlier. This has put its recent share price performance in the spotlight for investors.
See our latest analysis for Tokyo Kiraboshi Financial Group.
The latest earnings update has come after a strong run in the share price, with a 19.98% 1 month share price return and a...
In late January 2026, Hitachi, Ltd. announced a new share repurchase program of up to 30,000,000 shares worth ¥100,000 million, alongside reporting nine‑month sales of ¥7.50 trillion and net income of ¥638,560 million for the period ended December 31, 2025.
On the same day, Hitachi also unveiled sweeping senior management changes across its digital, energy, mobility and connective industries businesses, highlighting an effort to align leadership with its evolving sector structure and digital...
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group recently reported higher net interest income of ¥1,946,174 million and net income of ¥1,394,768 million for the nine months ended December 31, 2025, and has now completed a share repurchase of 29,909,500 shares for ¥149,999.6 million under its November 14, 2025 buyback program.
This combination of stronger profitability and a fully executed buyback highlights management’s focus on capital efficiency and shareholder returns through both earnings and reduced...
Earnings event puts Japan Exchange Group in focus
Japan Exchange Group (TSE:8697) just released nine month results to 31 December 2025, with sales, revenue, net income and earnings per share all higher than the prior year period, drawing fresh attention from investors.
See our latest analysis for Japan Exchange Group.
At a share price of ¥1,648.5, Japan Exchange Group has had a softer patch recently, with a 30 day share price return of a 5.07% decline and a year to date share price return of...
Toyota Motor (TSE:7203) put up another busy quarter in Q3 2026, with revenue of about ¥13.5t and net income of roughly ¥1.3t translating into basic EPS of ¥96.48, setting the tone for how investors will read the latest update. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from about ¥11.4t in Q2 2025 to ¥12.4t in Q2 2026 and then to ¥13.5t in Q3 2026, while basic EPS shifted from ¥42.94 to ¥71.51 and now ¥96.48. This gives a clear sense of how the top line and EPS have tracked together. With...
Nissin Foods Holdings Ltd (TSE:2897) recently released earnings for the nine months to December 31, 2025, reporting sales of ¥586,555 million, net income of ¥39,034 million, and lower basic and diluted EPS compared with a year earlier.
See our latest analysis for Nissin Foods HoldingsLtd.
The latest earnings update has arrived alongside stronger price action, with a 1 day share price return of 2.13% and a 30 day share price return of 13.64% pushing Nissin Foods HoldingsLtd to ¥3,266. Recent...
Earlier this month, Santec Holdings reported a strong quarterly earnings narrative that highlighted robust earnings per share, high return on equity, and healthy margins within its Technology hardware operations.
This combination of solid fundamentals and broader sector momentum has drawn heightened analyst and investor attention to how the company is being valued and perceived in the market.
We will now examine how Santec Holdings’ strong quarterly earnings profile shapes its investment...
Sumitomo (TSE:8053) has outlined a wide ranging set of executive and board changes, including new appointments, promotions, and retirements.
The leadership reshuffle affects multiple senior roles, from executive officers to key departmental heads, and is set to take effect in April 2026.
The company has released the changes in detail, signaling an organized transition across its top ranks.
For you as an investor, the scale and timing of this leadership shift sit against a backdrop of strong...
North Pacific BankLtd (TSE:8524) has launched a share buyback program, authorizing the repurchase of up to 3,200,000 shares for ¥2,400 million to support shareholder returns and improve capital efficiency.
See our latest analysis for North Pacific BankLtd.
The buyback news comes after a strong run in the shares, with the latest share price at ¥977.0 and a 90 day share price return of 33.29%, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 105.13% and 5 year total shareholder return of about 4x...
Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings (TSE:9501) is back in focus after reporting a large nine month net loss, issuing full year loss guidance, and detailing a government approved turnaround and restructuring plan.
See our latest analysis for Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings.
The earnings miss, government approved turnaround plan, expected full year loss and news of a potential share repurchase have all arrived alongside a sharp short term pullback. The 30 day share price return is...
Kimura Chemical Plants (TSE:6378) has released its Q3 2026 numbers, with revenue at ¥6.6b and basic EPS at ¥21.76, alongside net income of ¥427m that keeps the quarter grounded in solid profitability terms. The company has seen revenue range from ¥5.7b in Q2 2025 to ¥7.6b in Q4 2025, while quarterly EPS has moved between ¥6.92 and ¥39.89 over the same period, giving investors a clear view of how the top and bottom line have tracked through recent reporting cycles. With a trailing net profit...
Taiyo Yuden (TSE:6976) has reported fresh numbers for Q3 2026, with revenue of ¥88,515 million and basic EPS of ¥56.67 as net income excluding extra items came in at ¥7,086 million. The company’s quarterly revenue has moved from ¥86,868 million in Q3 2025 to ¥88,714 million in Q4 2025, ¥84,810 million in Q1 2026, ¥92,814 million in Q2 2026, and now ¥88,515 million in Q3 2026. Basic EPS has ranged from a loss of ¥46.81 in Q4 2025 to a profit of ¥56.67 in the latest quarter. With net income...
