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ASICS (TSE:7936) opened Q1 2026 with revenue of ¥270.3 billion and basic EPS of ¥65.71, setting a clear marker for how the year is starting. The company reported an increase in revenue from ¥208.3 billion in Q1 2025 to ¥270.3 billion in Q1 2026. Quarterly basic EPS rose from ¥44.26 to ¥65.71 over the same period, and trailing twelve month EPS reached ¥159.36 on revenue of ¥872.9 billion. With trailing net margins at 13% compared with 9.6% a year earlier, this set of results places...

Mitsubishi Chemical Group (TSE:4188) has wrapped up FY 2026 with fourth quarter revenue of ¥966.7 billion and a basic EPS loss of ¥68.86, while trailing twelve month figures stand at ¥3.70 trillion of revenue and a basic EPS loss of ¥60.53. Over recent periods the company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥1.08 trillion in Q3 FY 2025 to ¥966.7 billion in Q4 FY 2026, with basic EPS shifting from a loss of ¥10.08 in Q4 FY 2025 to a loss of ¥68.86 in the latest quarter. This underscores...

BANDAI NAMCO Holdings (TSE:7832) has wrapped up FY 2026 with fourth quarter revenue of ¥346.0 billion and basic EPS of ¥39.71, while trailing 12 month revenue sits at ¥1.35 trillion and EPS at ¥217.49. Over recent periods, the company has seen quarterly revenue range from ¥300.4 billion to ¥358.4 billion and basic EPS move between ¥39.71 and ¥62.69, with trailing 12 month EPS fluctuating between ¥178.40 and ¥217.49. With a trailing net profit margin of 10.4% alongside a mix of forecast...

Latest Quarterly Snapshot Nippon Express Holdings (TSE:9147) opened its 2026 financial year with Q1 revenue of ¥652.3b and basic EPS of ¥18.84, setting the tone for how investors will parse the stock at around ¥4,565 per share. The company reported revenue of ¥645.3b in Q1 2025 and ¥652.3b in Q1 2026, while basic EPS moved from ¥4.83 to ¥18.84 over the same period, as part of a broader pattern that includes a reported loss in Q4 2025 and a trailing twelve month EPS of ¥24.76. With trailing...

Takeda Pharmaceutical (TSE:4502) has reported its FY 2026 results with fourth quarter revenue of ¥1.1t and a basic EPS loss of ¥15.40, while trailing 12 month revenue stands at ¥4.5t and basic EPS at ¥121.75. Over recent periods, quarterly revenue has moved within a tight band between about ¥1.1t and ¥1.2t. Basic EPS has ranged from a loss of ¥65.22 to a profit of ¥79.40, as one off items and underlying earnings pulled results in different directions. For investors, a key focus is how these...

The investors in Ibiden Co.,Ltd. 's ( TSE:4062 ) will be rubbing their hands together with glee today, after the share...

Nissan Motor (TSE:7201) is partnering with Red Hat to build a next-generation software-defined vehicle platform. The collaboration centers on using Red Hat's in-vehicle Linux operating system as the standard backbone for Nissan's future Central Vehicle Computer. The initiative is aimed at supporting more connected, updatable vehicles and expanding software-driven features over time. Nissan Motor (TSE:7201) is a global automaker with a broad lineup that spans mass market passenger cars,...

In early May 2026, Toyota Motor reported record annual revenue of ¥50,684,952 million but lower net income of ¥3,848,098 million, cut its operating profit outlook for the year to March 2027, and guided for sales of ¥51,000,000 million alongside stable year-end and higher interim dividends of ¥50 and ¥50 per share respectively. Alongside earnings pressure from tariffs, conflict-related costs, and competition, Toyota outlined plans to dispose of treasury stock, expand manufacturing in India,...

Curious whether Kioxia Holdings at ¥50,500 is offering value or just hype? This article walks you through what that price could mean for you. The stock has shown sharp recent moves, with returns of 38.7% over 7 days, 61.5% over 30 days, and 344.9% year to date, while the 1-year return is very large. Recent headlines around Kioxia Holdings have focused on its role within the semiconductor sector and its positioning in memory and storage technologies. This backdrop helps explain why the stock...

Shareholders will be ecstatic, with their stake up 26% over the past week following Tokyo Ohka Kogyo Co., Ltd. 's...

As Asian markets navigate a landscape marked by resilient domestic demand and ongoing geopolitical dialogues, investors are increasingly drawn to dividend stocks that offer stability amidst the fluctuating economic backdrop. In this dynamic environment, identifying companies with strong cash flows and consistent dividend payouts can be crucial for those seeking reliable income streams.

West Japan Railway Company recently reported full-year results for the 12 months to March 31, 2026, with sales of ¥1.85 trillion and net income of ¥127.50 billion, both higher than the previous year. The accompanying increase in basic earnings per share to ¥277.73 highlights improved profitability, which may influence how investors view the company’s long-term earnings power. We’ll now examine how this earnings growth, especially the rise in net income, could shape West Japan Railway’s...

Mercari, Inc. ( TSE:4385 ) defied analyst predictions to release its third-quarter results, which were ahead of market...

Japan Tobacco Inc. recently reported first-quarter 2026 results, with sales rising to ¥923,963 million and net income reaching ¥197,041 million, alongside higher basic earnings per share from continuing operations of ¥110.99. The simultaneous increase in revenue and earnings suggests the company converted stronger top-line performance into improved profitability across its core operations. We’ll now examine how this earnings strength, particularly the uplift in basic earnings per share,...

MEC (TSE:4971) opened Q1 2026 with revenue of ¥6.1 billion and net income of ¥1.5 billion, translating into basic EPS of ¥83.68, while the trailing twelve months show revenue of ¥22.7 billion and EPS of ¥331.10 as the backdrop for this quarter’s print. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥4.4 billion in Q1 2025 to ¥6.1 billion in Q1 2026, with basic EPS over that span shifting from ¥25.44 to ¥83.68. This highlights a narrative in which margins and earnings quality are a primary...

Shareholders might have noticed that JX Advanced Metals Corporation ( TSE:5016 ) filed its annual result this time last...

As you might know, Pola Orbis Holdings Inc. ( TSE:4927 ) recently reported its first-quarter numbers. Revenues were in...

Partnership, guidance update and capital moves reshape the Tokio Marine story Tokio Marine Holdings (TSE:8766) has drawn fresh attention after outlining a comprehensive partnership with National Indemnity Company, revising guidance for fiscal 2026, and pairing new equity issuance with a share repurchase program. See our latest analysis for Tokio Marine Holdings. The partnership and updated fiscal 2026 guidance arrive at a time when momentum in the stock has been strong, with a 24.67%...

In early May 2026, Sony Group Corporation reported full-year results to March 31, 2026, showing higher sales of ¥12,479,620 million but a net loss of ¥326,865 million, and its board approved a share repurchase program of up to 230,000,000 shares, or 3.89% of issued capital, totaling ¥500,000 million, running through May 10, 2027. An interesting aspect is that Sony is launching a large buyback aimed at improving capital efficiency and offsetting stock compensation dilution at the same time...

It's been a good week for Daiichi Sankyo Company, Limited ( TSE:4568 ) shareholders, because the company has just...

If you are wondering whether Mitsui's share price still offers value after a strong run, you are not alone in asking whether today's level makes sense against its fundamentals. The stock last closed at ¥6,132, with returns of 6.4% over the past week, a decline of 1.6% over the past month, 29.0% year to date, and 114.8% over the past year. The 3 year return sits at 212.6% and the 5 year return is a very large gain. Recent coverage around Mitsui has focused on its share price strength and the...

It's been a sad week for TOWA Corporation ( TSE:6315 ), who've watched their investment drop 12% to JP¥2,688 in the...

As you might know, Kissei Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. ( TSE:4547 ) recently reported its annual numbers. The result was...

Shareholders of Toshiba Tec Corporation ( TSE:6588 ) will be pleased this week, given that the stock price is up 13% to...