Japanese Consumer Finance Stock News

Mitsui Kinzoku Company (TSE:5706) has kicked off mass production of advanced negative thermal expansion materials for use in high-end semiconductors, including GPUs made by NVIDIA. This development quickly lifted the stock to its year-to-date high. See our latest analysis for Mitsui Kinzoku Company. The strategic leap into cutting-edge semiconductor materials has clearly excited investors. After months of building momentum, Mitsui Kinzoku’s share price return has soared nearly 197% so far...

Casio America Inc. recently introduced the limited-edition DW5600PDP-1 G-SHOCK watch, created with fashion label PLEASURES and inspired by Daft Punk, featuring bold helmet artwork and exclusive design details for collectors. This collaboration positions Casio to capitalize on the intersection of music, fashion, and technology, supporting its efforts to strengthen brand appeal among younger and style-conscious consumers. We'll explore how the Daft Punk-inspired G-SHOCK release could shape...

YONEX (TSE:7906) has caught fresh attention from investors after shares edged up just over 1% in today’s session. Recent trading hints at renewed curiosity about how the stock is valued, particularly given recent trends in the sports equipment industry. See our latest analysis for YONEX. Momentum has been strong for YONEX, with its share price up nearly 80% year-to-date and an impressive 85% total shareholder return over the last twelve months. Following a surge fueled by optimism in the...

Trend Micro (TSE:4704) shares have seen a downward trend over the past month, with the stock losing around 13%. Investors are eyeing the company’s recent performance and fundamentals to assess its current valuation and future prospects. See our latest analysis for Trend Micro. This latest drop adds to a slide that has been building over the past few months, with Trend Micro posting a 13.4% 1-month share price return and now sitting down over 21% across the past quarter. While the short-term...

Recent reports highlight that the supercapacitors market is projected to grow from US$6.49 billion in 2025 to nearly US$28 billion by 2035, with Panasonic identified as a key innovator driving advancements in higher energy density and faster charging capabilities. This favorable industry outlook, supported by Panasonic's prominent involvement and leadership in supercapacitor technology, underscores the company's expanding role in energy-related segments. We'll explore how Panasonic’s...

Japan Excellent, Inc. has announced a semi-annual dividend of ¥3,000.00 per share, payable on March 23, 2026, with an ex-date set for December 29, 2025 and record date on December 31, 2025. This marked increase in dividend payout highlights the company's focus on rewarding shareholders and potentially signals confidence in its financial outlook. We'll explore how Japan Excellent, Inc.'s newly announced higher dividend strengthens the investment narrative, especially for income-focused...

Okamura (TSE:7994) just approved a higher regular dividend along with a commemorative special dividend at its recent board meeting. These moves reflect the company’s intention to return more value to shareholders and may impact how investors view the stock. See our latest analysis for Okamura. The boost in both the regular and special dividends seems to have reinforced investor confidence, with Okamura’s share price up more than 13% year-to-date and total shareholder return reaching nearly...

Murata Manufacturing (TSE:6981) has just wrapped up a substantial share buyback, completing the repurchase of over 34 million shares in the past quarter. This move often signals management’s commitment to capital efficiency and shareholder value. See our latest analysis for Murata Manufacturing. Momentum in Murata Manufacturing’s shares has been building lately, with the buyback and a recent global tech summit appearance both capturing investor attention. The stock’s 30% share price return...

Seven & i Holdings (TSE:3382) is making headlines after releasing an updated earnings forecast and announcing a higher interim dividend compared to last year. Both moves indicate greater confidence from management about the year ahead. See our latest analysis for Seven & i Holdings. While Seven & i Holdings has announced a bigger interim dividend and revised earnings guidance, the moves come during a year when momentum has been somewhat uneven. The share price closed at ¥1,991 and, despite a...

Chugai Pharmaceutical (TSE:4519) shares have experienced some movement lately, drawing attention from investors interested in the company’s steady revenue and earnings growth. Over the past month, the stock has gained about 2%, which suggests renewed market interest. See our latest analysis for Chugai Pharmaceutical. Chugai Pharmaceutical’s shares have seen their fair share of ups and downs, with the 1-year total shareholder return virtually flat at 0.46%, even as the company has more than...

Metaplanet's board recently held meetings to approve a capital raising initiative using preferred shares as part of a strategy to increase its Bitcoin holdings without diluting common shareholders. This move underscores Metaplanet’s intention to use innovative financing as it expands Bitcoin-backed financial products amid ongoing debate over the fair value of Bitcoin treasury companies. We'll explore how Metaplanet's use of preferred shares to build its Bitcoin reserves is shaping its...

Northern Lithium, alongside Kurita Water Industries and Evove, announced a partnership to deliver the UK's first commercial-scale lithium supplies using advanced Direct Lithium Extraction, with plans for commercial production from 2027 in County Durham and potential to supply up to 20,000 tonnes of lithium annually by 2035. This initiative positions Kurita as a central figure in the UK and European battery supply chain, helping meet rising demand for locally sourced lithium required by...

Honda Motor (TSE:7267) shares edged lower this week as investors continued to digest recent trends in global auto demand and sector moves. The stock’s recent pullback raises fresh questions around valuation and the near-term outlook. See our latest analysis for Honda Motor. After a steady climb earlier in the year, Honda Motor’s share price momentum has faded recently, with a 7.5% decline over the past month and a year-to-date share price return of -3.9%. Despite the short-term volatility,...

Daiwa House REIT Investment (TSE:8984) posted net profit margins of 38.1%, a jump from last year’s 36.5%. While earnings grew 7.5% over the past year, outpacing its five-year average annual rate of 2.2%, forward estimates are more muted. Revenue and earnings are forecast to decline by 1.3% and 0.4% per year, respectively, over the next three years. Despite risks looming over future growth, investors are weighing robust historical gains against a less optimistic outlook ahead. See our full...

Amvis Holdings (TSE:7071) posted a net profit margin of 13.6%, slipping from last year’s 19.1%, with profit coming under pressure despite five-year average annual earnings growth of 33.4%. Analysts now forecast that earnings will rise at 15.5% annually and revenue at an even quicker 18.3% per year, beating the broader JP market’s 4.4% revenue growth projection. Investors will likely weigh this healthy longer-term growth outlook and the company’s discounted 9.2x Price-To-Earnings ratio, which...

Tokyo Steel Manufacturing (TSE:5423) posted a net profit margin of 6%, down from 7.2% a year earlier, as the company reported negative earnings growth in the most recent year following a strong five-year stretch averaging 13.3% annual growth. Looking ahead, earnings are forecast to decline by 5.4% per year over the next three years while revenue growth is projected at just 0.2% annually, trailing the broader Japanese market's 4.4%. Despite this margin pressure and cooling growth expectations,...

The Pack Corporation's ( TSE:3950 ) investors are due to receive a payment of ¥22.00 per share on 27th of March. The...

Kanamoto Co.,Ltd.'s ( TSE:9678 ) investors are due to receive a payment of ¥45.00 per share on 26th of January. This...

Kirin Holdings Company, Limited ( TSE:2503 ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of ¥37.00 per share on the 31st...

Micron Machinery Co., Ltd.'s ( TSE:6159 ) earnings announcement last week was disappointing for investors, despite the...

The market was pleased with the recent earnings report from Mani, Inc. ( TSE:7730 ), despite the profit numbers being...

It's been a sad week for Rorze Corporation ( TSE:6323 ), who've watched their investment drop 10% to JP¥2,157 in the...

Takeuchi Mfg. Co., Ltd. ( TSE:6432 ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend from last year's comparable...

Kumiai Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. ( TSE:4996 ) will pay a dividend of ¥12.00 on the 30th of January. The yield is...