Japanese Consumer Finance Stock News

Shikoku Electric Power Company (TSE:9507) has put a new share buyback in motion, approving the repurchase of 2,000,000 shares for ¥3,500 million to address a corporate shareholder’s sale and improve capital efficiency. See our latest analysis for Shikoku Electric Power Company. The buyback announcement and recent earnings release have arrived alongside solid price momentum, with a 13.92% 90 day share price return and a 43.92% 1 year total shareholder return suggesting interest in Shikoku...

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 30.1x GMO Payment Gateway, Inc. ( TSE:3769 ) may be sending very bearish...

Subaru (TSE:7270) reports record January sales for its Forester model. The Forester is now fully produced at Subaru’s Indiana plant. Overall vehicle sales for the month were affected by severe winter storms. Retailers continued operating through major weather disruptions. For you as an investor, this combination of record Forester sales and softer overall volumes highlights how model mix and production footprint can matter as much as headline unit totals. Subaru, best known for all wheel...

As global markets navigate a complex economic landscape, small- and mid-cap stocks have faced challenges, with indices like the S&P MidCap 400 and Russell 2000 reflecting recent declines. In Asia, where technology innovation continues to drive growth despite broader market uncertainties, identifying high-growth tech companies involves evaluating their resilience to economic shifts and potential for sustainable expansion in dynamic sectors.

In recent weeks, the Asian markets have shown mixed performance, with China's CSI 300 Index remaining relatively stable and Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index experiencing notable gains. As investors navigate these fluctuating conditions, identifying undervalued stocks can present opportunities for those looking to capitalize on potential market inefficiencies.

Key Insights The considerable ownership by public companies in Fuji Oil indicates that they collectively have a greater...

Sony Group (TSE:6758) is showcasing its most advanced technology and imaging solutions to date at Super Bowl LX. The company’s products span NFL Coach’s Headsets, broadcast cameras, in-venue production tools, and AI-powered tracking systems. This is a major deployment across multiple broadcast and in-game applications at the most-watched live broadcast event in the U.S. Sony Group enters Super Bowl LX with a broad technology footprint, putting its professional imaging and live production...

Astellas Pharma (TSE:4503) has posted its Q3 2026 numbers, with revenue of ¥571,206 million (¥571.2 billion) and basic EPS of ¥56.04, alongside net income excluding extraordinary items of ¥100,379 million. The company has seen revenue move from ¥517,408 million and basic EPS of a loss of ¥54.57 in Q3 2025 to ¥571,206 million and EPS of ¥56.04 in Q3 2026. Trailing twelve month EPS sits at ¥180.31 on revenue of ¥2,060,614 million (¥2.1 trillion), giving investors a clearer view of how...

Key Insights The projected fair value for Sysmex is JP¥1,737 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity With JP¥1,492...

Mitsubishi Logisnext (TSE:7105) has posted its Q3 2026 numbers with revenue of ¥164.974 billion and basic EPS of ¥14.71, giving investors fresh insight into how the forklift and logistics equipment maker is handling a period of uneven profitability. The company has seen quarterly revenue move between ¥158.067 billion and ¥172.240 billion over the past six reported periods, while basic EPS has ranged from a loss of ¥23.17 to a gain of ¥20.56, setting a mixed backdrop for the latest print and...

The Kansai Electric Power Company reported results for the nine months to December 31, 2025, with sales of ¥2,329,200 million, revenue of ¥2,949,122 million, and net income of ¥340,199 million, all lower than the prior-year period. This translated into basic earnings per share from continuing operations of ¥305.37, down from ¥396.43, highlighting pressure on profitability despite still sizable absolute earnings. We’ll now examine how the earnings-driven decline in net income shapes Kansai...

Key Insights The projected fair value for ABEJA is JP¥3,545 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity ABEJA's JP¥3,150...

Shareholders appeared unconcerned with Nomura Real Estate Holdings, Inc.'s ( TSE:3231 ) lackluster earnings report last...

As global markets navigate a landscape marked by steady interest rates and fluctuating consumer confidence, Asia's economic environment presents unique opportunities for investors seeking stability through dividend stocks. In this context, identifying strong dividend-paying companies can be a strategic move to mitigate volatility and secure consistent income streams amidst evolving market conditions.

FJ Next Holdings Co., Ltd. ( TSE:8935 ) will increase its dividend from last year's comparable payment on the 25th of...

Shareholders of West Japan Railway Company ( TSE:9021 ) will be pleased this week, given that the stock price is up 11...

Hirose Electric Co.,Ltd. ( TSE:6806 ) investors will be delighted, with the company turning in some strong numbers with...

It's been a good week for Aisin Corporation ( TSE:7259 ) shareholders, because the company has just released its latest...

Japan Airport Terminal (TSE:9706) has put up another solid quarter, with Q3 2026 revenue at ¥75,595 million and basic EPS of ¥95.22, backed by trailing twelve month revenue of ¥285,507 million and EPS of ¥333.51. The company has seen revenue move from ¥69,801 million in Q3 2025 to ¥75,595 million in Q3 2026, while quarterly EPS has shifted from ¥72.92 to ¥95.22 over the same period, alongside trailing net income of ¥30,953 million. With trailing net margin at 10.8% and higher than a year...

Sumitomo Metal Mining Co., Ltd. ( TSE:5713 ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 25% gain in the last...

DENSO Corporation ( TSE:6902 ) just released its quarterly report and things are looking bullish. DENSO beat earnings...

Pan Pacific International Holdings Corporation's ( TSE:7532 ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 29.1x might make it...

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation ( TSE:6503 ) just released its third-quarter report and things are looking bullish. The...

As you might know, Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd. ( TSE:5802 ) just kicked off its latest quarterly results with...