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In May 2026, Sekisui Chemical unveiled its FY2026–2028 medium-term management plan, “Accelerate 2028,” outlining updated priorities and operational targets for the next three years. The plan gives investors a clearer view of how Sekisui Chemical intends to align its businesses with evolving sustainability, technology, and international growth objectives through 2028. We’ll now examine how the new “Accelerate 2028” medium-term plan could reshape Sekisui Chemical’s existing investment...

As global markets react to evolving geopolitical developments, such as the potential U.S.-Iran peace agreement and fluctuating oil prices, major indices have shown resilience with several reaching record highs. Amidst this backdrop, investors seeking stability may find dividend stocks appealing due to their potential for steady income streams and long-term growth.

Fujitsu’s board has already lifted the year-end dividend for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026 to ¥35 per share from ¥14, while also unveiling its long-term “Management Vision 2035” and AI-focused partnerships with Anthropic and OpenAI to support enterprise and infrastructure use cases. A distinctive angle for investors is Fujitsu’s plan to roll out Anthropic’s Claude and OpenAI technologies across its entire workforce and mission-critical systems, aiming to embed AI into both internal...

As global markets experience shifts driven by geopolitical developments and economic indicators, Asia's tech sector continues to capture investor interest, particularly with the rise of artificial intelligence and its impact on technology stocks. In this dynamic environment, a strong stock is often characterized by robust innovation capabilities and resilience in navigating regulatory landscapes, making it crucial for investors to keep an eye on emerging tech leaders within the region.

As global markets navigate geopolitical developments and fluctuating oil prices, Asian equities present a unique landscape for investors seeking value opportunities. In this environment, identifying stocks trading below their intrinsic value can be advantageous, as these investments may offer potential for long-term growth amidst the current market uncertainties.

Ricoh Company (TSE:7752) has agreed to acquire Global Vision Multimedia Group. The deal is aimed at expanding Ricoh's workplace services portfolio across the Asia Pacific region. The acquisition is positioned as part of Ricoh's broader global workplace services strategy. For readers tracking office and workplace technology, Ricoh Company (TSE:7752) is already known for document solutions, managed print and a growing suite of workplace services. Bringing Global Vision Multimedia Group into...

NOK (TSE:7240) has called a board meeting for May 20, 2026 to review changes in representative director roles, select new director candidates, and prepare for its June 25 shareholders meeting. See our latest analysis for NOK. Recent trading has been relatively firm, with a 1-day share price return of 0.68% and a 7-day share price return of 1.27%. The 1-year total shareholder return of 45.11% points to momentum that has built over time despite a softer 90-day share price return of 4.95%. If...

The market for create restaurants holdings inc.'s ( TSE:3387 ) shares didn't move much after it posted weak earnings...

Investors in Tri Chemical Laboratories Inc. ( TSE:4369 ) had a good week, as its shares rose 8.1% to close at JP¥4,050...

Toho Co., Ltd.'s ( TSE:9602 ) robust recent earnings didn't do much to move the stock. We think this is due to...

TSI Holdings Co.,Ltd.'s ( TSE:3608 ) recent weak earnings report didn't cause a big stock movement. We think that...

Investors may be wondering if Hitachi at ¥5,083 per share still offers value after a strong run, or if most of the upside is already reflected in the price. The stock has returned 0.5% over the past week, 6.0% over the past month, 0.3% year to date, 30.8% over the past year and 206.4% over three years, with a very large 5 year return that is more than 4x the starting level. Recent attention on Hitachi has focused on its position within capital goods and broader infrastructure related themes,...

Tokio Marine Holdings stock snapshot Tokio Marine Holdings (TSE:8766) has drawn attention after recent performance shifts, with the stock down 0.9% on the day and 4.2% over the past week, yet up over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Tokio Marine Holdings. The recent share price pullback sits against stronger momentum in the background, with shorter term weakness contrasting with a positive year to date share price return and very strong multi year total shareholder returns. If...

As global markets react to the potential U.S.-Iran peace agreement and fluctuating oil prices, major indices have reached record highs, driven by optimism around artificial intelligence advancements. Amidst this buoyant environment, identifying undervalued stocks can offer investors opportunities for growth, especially when market sentiment is largely positive.

For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. recently approved a share repurchase program of up to 44,429,000 shares, or 6.96% of its share capital, for up to ¥130,000 million, with all bought-back shares to be cancelled by September 30, 2026. This move signals a clear emphasis on capital return, as the buyback and cancellation meaningfully shrink the share count and could lift future earnings per share. We’ll now examine how this sizable buyback authorization and planned share cancellation reshape Kawasaki...

What Toda’s recent share performance could mean for investors Toda (TSE:1860) has drawn fresh attention after a strong recent run in the stock, with the share price up 2.6% on the day and higher over the past week and month. See our latest analysis for Toda. Recent momentum has been strong, with a 7 day share price return of 9.87% and a year to date share price return of 23.60%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 87.78% points to a much stronger longer term picture. If Toda’s recent move...

Stock split board meeting sparks fresh focus on Nitto Boseki Nitto Boseki (TSE:3110) has called a board meeting for 25 May 2026 to review the purpose, structure, and timing of a potential stock split, putting liquidity and share accessibility in focus for investors. See our latest analysis for Nitto Boseki. The stock split discussion comes after a sharp year to date share price return of 131.52% and a very large 1 year total shareholder return, even though the 30 day share price return is...

In May 2026, AGC Inc. completed third-party verification under UL 2809 confirming that, via a mass balance approach, 100% of the fluorine content in its high-performance AFLAS FFKM elastomer is attributed to recycled fluorite. This verification strengthens AGC’s push toward a circular economy for fluorine resources while offering semiconductor customers a combination of durability and lower environmental impact. We’ll now examine how AFLAS FFKM’s fully mass-balance-certified recycled...

Investor activism puts Kyocera's capital policy and board choices in focus Kyocera (TSE:6971) is drawing fresh attention after activist shareholder Oasis Investments submitted multiple proposals ahead of the 72nd AGM, challenging the company’s capital allocation approach and board composition, which the Board has firmly opposed. See our latest analysis for Kyocera. The activist campaign has arrived at a time when momentum in Kyocera’s stock is strong, with a 30 day share price return of...

In recent weeks, global markets have been buoyed by optimism surrounding a potential U.S.-Iran peace agreement, which has driven several major U.S. stock indexes to record highs and bolstered investor sentiment across regions. Amid this positive market environment, investors are increasingly on the lookout for undervalued stocks that could offer significant value as the economic landscape continues to evolve. In such conditions, identifying stocks trading at a discount to their estimated...

As global markets navigate the complexities of geopolitical developments and economic shifts, Asian stock indices have shown resilience, with technology and AI-related sectors leading gains in key regions like Japan. Amid these dynamic conditions, dividend stocks in Asia offer a compelling opportunity for investors seeking steady income streams, particularly when market volatility underscores the value of reliable returns.

The excitement of investing in a company that can reverse its fortunes is a big draw for some speculators, so even...

Port Inc. ( TSE:7047 ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw significant share price movement during recent...