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TSE:2296
TSE:2296Food

Does Softer Q1 Results And New Full‑Year Guidance Change The Bull Case For Itoham Yonekyu (TSE:2296)?

In August 2026, Itoham Yonekyu Holdings reported first-quarter results showing sales of ¥281,064 million and net income of ¥6,129 million, both slightly lower than a year earlier. At the same time, the company issued new guidance projecting ¥1.04 trillion in full-year net sales and profit per share of ¥325.99 for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027, giving investors a clearer view of its earnings outlook despite the softer quarter. We will now examine how the combination of softer...
TSE:4507
TSE:4507Pharmaceuticals

Shionogi (TSE:4507) Starts U.S. XOCOVA Sales As Strong Q1 Results Put Valuation In Focus

Shionogi (TSE:4507) has just posted first quarter results that show higher sales and net income compared with a year earlier, and it has also begun United States sales of its FDA approved COVID-19 post exposure prophylaxis drug XOCOVA. See our latest analysis for Shionogi. The recent launch of XOCOVA in the U.S. and strong first quarter figures have not yet translated into sustained share price strength. Shionogi’s 90 day share price return is down 11.06% and its year to date share price...
TSE:8334
TSE:8334Banks

Can Gunma Bank (TSE:8334) Justify Its Valuation Following First Quarter Earnings?

Gunma Bank (TSE:8334) reported first quarter results on 3 August 2026, with net interest income of ¥30,591 million and net income of ¥17,584 million. The announcement has attracted fresh attention to the stock. See our latest analysis for Gunma Bank. Gunma Bank's recent earnings update has come alongside strong share price momentum, with a 47.01% year to date share price return and a 1 year total shareholder return of 87.82%, while the 5 year total shareholder return is very large, which...
TSE:9602
TSE:9602Entertainment

Toho (TSE:9602) Pushes Kaiju No. 8 The Game, Is The Stock Overvalued?

Toho (TSE:9602) is back in focus after fresh announcements around co produced title KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME, including 1st Anniversary content updates, new playable characters, livestreams, and cross promotional anime events. See our latest analysis for Toho. These high profile KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME announcements arrive after a mixed period for Toho, with the share price at ¥1,465.5 following a 7.36% 1 month share price return and a 1 year total shareholder return that declined 21.99%, while the...
TSE:4443
TSE:4443Software

Future Stock And 2 Japanese Software Shares Built For Long Term Growth

South Korea’s record current account surplus, driven by strong semiconductor exports, shows how much global capital still follows companies where leadership is deeply invested in long term success. Founder led businesses often share that level of commitment, which can appeal when you want management focused on building a legacy. This article highlights three stocks from our Founder Led Companies screener that stand out on that front right now. The three stocks below are just a starting...
TSE:4151
TSE:4151Pharmaceuticals

Can Kyowa Kirin (TSE:4151) Sustain Its Stronger Profit Conversion And Evolving Investment Narrative?

Kyowa Kirin Co., Ltd. reported past half-year results for the period ended June 30, 2026, with sales rising to ¥263,629 million from ¥230,654 million and net income increasing to ¥30,618 million from ¥16,320 million a year earlier, lifting basic earnings per share from continuing operations to ¥58.48 from ¥31.18. The sharp improvement in profitability relative to last year highlights how Kyowa Kirin converted higher sales into stronger earnings, which can reshape perceptions of its business...
TSE:3407
TSE:3407Chemicals

Asahi Kasei (TSE:3407) Lands China License And Lifts Guidance, Is It Still Below Fair Value?

Asahi Kasei (TSE:3407) drew fresh attention after announcing its first license agreement in China for Acetolyte electrolyte technology with HighChem Shanghai, alongside recent quarterly results and earnings guidance that give investors more concrete data to assess. See our latest analysis for Asahi Kasei. Asahi Kasei's recent China license for Acetolyte, alongside higher dividend guidance and fresh earnings forecasts announced on 31 July 2026, comes after a 1-day share price return of 1.90%...