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Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group recently announced two fixed-income offerings totaling ¥50 billion in subordinated unsecured bonds due October 21, 2035, with one tranche featuring callable terms. Such large-scale subordinated debt issuances can provide insights into the company's capital structure priorities and ongoing funding strategies. We'll explore how the decision to raise ¥50 billion in subordinated unsecured bonds informs Sumitomo Mitsui's broader investment story. We've found 20 US...

Globe-ing (TSE:277A) recorded a net profit margin of 22.3%, up from 12.3% last year, reflecting a notable jump in profitability. Both revenue and earnings are forecast to grow rapidly, with projections of 21% and 20.3% per year respectively, outpacing the broader Japanese market. Investors are weighing these strong growth drivers against recent share price volatility as the company enters earnings season. See our full analysis for Globe-ing. Next, we will see how the numbers compare to the...

KANZEN MEAL®, part of Nissin Foods Holdings Ltd, recently achieved key growth milestones with its debut in major East Coast grocery chains including Wegmans, Wakefern, Weis, and Harris Teeter, and expanded its range by introducing Spicy Dan Dan Noodles and Spaghetti Carbonara. This move will increase KANZEN MEAL’s presence to nearly 1,000 U.S. stores by the end of 2025, signaling strong momentum for Nissin Foods Holdings Ltd’s U.S. expansion efforts. We'll explore how the extension into new...

ST HD Ltd (TSE:2685) delivered high-quality earnings, with profitability maintained over the past five years and an impressive average annual earnings growth rate of 33.9%. Looking ahead, analysts forecast the company’s earnings to climb 11.4% per year, outpacing the broader Japanese market. Revenue is expected to grow more slowly at 3.3% annually. Net profit margins are slimmer at 2.9%, down from last year's 4.7%, keeping the focus on how the company manages profitability amid these...

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Toho (TSE:9602) posted revenue and earnings growth this year, with earnings forecast to climb 5.53% annually and revenue expected to grow 3.7% per year. Over the past five years, earnings rose by an average of 19.9% per year, but growth in the latest year was just 0.6%, paired with a net profit margin of 14.8% compared to 16.3% previously. This points to some margin compression. Investors may focus on the company’s steady historical performance and premium valuation as they weigh the outlook...

Key Insights Given the large stake in the stock by institutions, THK's stock price might be vulnerable to their trading...

Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Iida Group Holdings fair value estimate is JP¥4,472 Iida Group...

Key Insights MediPal Holdings' estimated fair value is JP¥3,201 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity MediPal...

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It's not a stretch to say that Sanki Service Corporation's ( TSE:6044 ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 15.2x...

R. C. Core Co., Ltd. ( TSE:7837 ) shareholders have had their patience rewarded with a 32% share price jump in the last...

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Dentsu Group has launched its Sports & Entertainment network in India, appointing Yosuke Murai to lead this first dedicated practice as part of the company’s global expansion efforts. This initiative marks a move to help brands tap into India's fast-evolving sports, culture, and entertainment sectors, specifically aiming to engage younger, digitally native audiences through immersive experiences. We'll explore how Dentsu's entry into India's sports and entertainment market could influence...

JDC (TSE:1887) returned to profitability over the past year after weathering five years of steep earnings declines averaging 47.9% annually. Its net profit margin also improved, according to the latest statements. Despite management emphasizing the quality of the turnaround, JDC now trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 46.1x, which is far above both the Japanese construction industry average of 12.2x and direct peers at 10.6x. Shares are trading above the estimated fair value of ¥36.11...

If you’ve been thinking about whether to stick with SoftBank or add it to your portfolio, you’re definitely not alone. With a storied reputation for bold bets and big swings, SoftBank’s stock has just as many admirers as skeptics. The numbers tell quite a story: over the past year, the stock has gained an impressive 18.8%, and if you zoom out further, the five-year return stands tall at 128.9%. But lately, there have been some headwinds. The stock dipped 6.1% in the past month and is barely...

On October 3, 2025, YASKAWA Electric Corporation raised its consolidated earnings guidance for the year ending February 28, 2026, with revenue now expected at ¥525 billion, operating profit at ¥48 billion, and profit attributable to owners at ¥37 billion. This upward revision reflects the company's strengthened outlook for profitability and signals confidence in its operational performance heading into the next fiscal period. With upgraded guidance for revenue and profit, we'll consider how...