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With inflation pressures, higher energy costs and softer demand pulling at markets from all sides, investors are looking for leaders who are directly aligned with shareholders. Founder-led companies often fit that bill, with high capital efficiency and real skin in the game that can keep management focused on long term value rather than quarterly headlines. Using our Top Founder-Led Companies screener, this article highlights 3 stocks that match those traits and sit firmly on the radar for...

Soft earnings didn't appear to concern EAT&HOLDINGS Co.,Ltd's ( TSE:2882 ) shareholders over the last week. Our...

Why Yamaha Motor (TSE:7272) Stock Is Back in Focus After a $400 Million Financing Move Yamaha Motor (TSE:7272) is back on investor radars after Yamaha Motor Finance Corporation, U.S.A. closed a $400 million term securitization backed by dealer inventory loans for new powersports and marine products. This first term asset backed securitization for YMFUS gives the financial services arm another funding source for its receivables portfolio and highlights institutional investor appetite for...

SoftBank (TSE:9434) stock has been in focus after CEO Masayoshi Son outlined plans for multibillion euro and dollar investments in AI data centers in France and the U.S., alongside upbeat comments on AI’s long term potential. See our latest analysis for SoftBank. At a share price of ¥218.7, SoftBank’s 90 day share price return of 4.39% comes alongside a 1 year total shareholder return of 3.15% and a 3 year total shareholder return of 65.06%. This suggests momentum has been building over the...

Mitsubishi Electric recently signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Quantinuum to explore quantum and hybrid quantum-classical solutions for complex industrial engineering and design workflows. This partnership links Mitsubishi Electric’s simulation expertise with Quantinuum’s trapped-ion quantum systems, potentially broadening the company’s role in next-generation engineering tools and industrial software. Next, we’ll consider how this quantum computing collaboration with...

Elliott Investment Management has publicly urged Nippon Express Holdings (TSE:9147) to pause and reassess its M&A plans, push for higher profitability, and adjust its balance sheet, putting fresh attention on the stock. See our latest analysis for Nippon Express Holdings. The activist campaign has arrived after a strong run, with the share price at ¥5,283 and a 30 day share price return of 28.2%, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 100.25% suggests momentum has been building over a...

Why Mitsubishi Logistics (TSE:9301) is back on investors’ radar Mitsubishi Logistics (TSE:9301) approved a set of organizational reforms at its May 29, 2026 Board meeting, including a new Global Account Sales Division and a rebranded Digital & IT Division focused on AI and data utilization. See our latest analysis for Mitsubishi Logistics. The share price has been firming, with a 6.56% 1 month share price return and 22.97% year to date, while the 5 year total shareholder return of 152.04%...

Recent performance snapshot Daiichi Sankyo Company (TSE:4568) has drawn investor attention after its share price declined 2.3% over the past day, extending falls of about 6% over the past week and 11% over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Daiichi Sankyo Company. With the latest close at ¥2,522.5, the recent share price pressure adds to a longer stretch of weaker momentum, with the year-to-date share price return down 28.54% and the 1-year total shareholder return down 30.01%,...

If you are wondering whether Panasonic Holdings at ¥3,926 is still attractively priced after a strong run, the key is to look past the headlines and into the underlying valuation. The stock has returned 10.0% over the past week, 18.1% over the past month, 88.9% year to date and 143.1% over the last year. This naturally raises questions about how much of the story might already be reflected in the share price. Recent coverage has focused on Panasonic Holdings as a long established player in...

Global growth expectations are under pressure, services sectors in many regions are struggling, and energy costs are keeping inflation in focus. When broad indices feel choppy, investors often look for individual companies with strong cash generation, healthier balance sheets and valuations that already reflect a lot of bad news. That is exactly what the High Quality Undervalued Stocks screener aims to filter for, helping you focus on businesses where price and fundamentals may be out of...

Toyota’s recent announcements span high-performance launches like the 2026 GRMN Corolla and updated 2027 GR86, new safety research projects with universities, a planned US$2.00 billion “Project Orca” assembly line in Texas, and mixed April global sales with strength in Japan but weaker demand in the Middle East, China, and the US. At the same time, SoftBank has overtaken Toyota as Japan’s largest company by market value, underscoring how investor interest in Japan is tilting toward AI and...

In May 2026, Sekisui Chemical unveiled its FY2026–2028 medium-term management plan, “Accelerate 2028,” outlining updated priorities and operational targets for the next three years. The plan gives investors a clearer view of how Sekisui Chemical intends to align its businesses with evolving sustainability, technology, and international growth objectives through 2028. We’ll now examine how the new “Accelerate 2028” medium-term plan could reshape Sekisui Chemical’s existing investment...

As global markets react to evolving geopolitical developments, such as the potential U.S.-Iran peace agreement and fluctuating oil prices, major indices have shown resilience with several reaching record highs. Amidst this backdrop, investors seeking stability may find dividend stocks appealing due to their potential for steady income streams and long-term growth.

Fujitsu’s board has already lifted the year-end dividend for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026 to ¥35 per share from ¥14, while also unveiling its long-term “Management Vision 2035” and AI-focused partnerships with Anthropic and OpenAI to support enterprise and infrastructure use cases. A distinctive angle for investors is Fujitsu’s plan to roll out Anthropic’s Claude and OpenAI technologies across its entire workforce and mission-critical systems, aiming to embed AI into both internal...

Industrial action at Ichthys puts Inpex (TSE:1605) in focus Union workers at the Ichthys LNG project in Australia have begun limited industrial action, with a broader strike threatened if wage talks fail. This puts potential operational disruption at the center of the Inpex investment debate. See our latest analysis for Inpex. Recent moves show short term share price momentum has cooled, with a 30 day share price return down 13.38% and a 90 day return down 7.88%. However, the 1 year total...

As global markets experience shifts driven by geopolitical developments and economic indicators, Asia's tech sector continues to capture investor interest, particularly with the rise of artificial intelligence and its impact on technology stocks. In this dynamic environment, a strong stock is often characterized by robust innovation capabilities and resilience in navigating regulatory landscapes, making it crucial for investors to keep an eye on emerging tech leaders within the region.

As global markets navigate geopolitical developments and fluctuating oil prices, Asian equities present a unique landscape for investors seeking value opportunities. In this environment, identifying stocks trading below their intrinsic value can be advantageous, as these investments may offer potential for long-term growth amidst the current market uncertainties.

Ricoh Company (TSE:7752) has agreed to acquire Global Vision Multimedia Group. The deal is aimed at expanding Ricoh's workplace services portfolio across the Asia Pacific region. The acquisition is positioned as part of Ricoh's broader global workplace services strategy. For readers tracking office and workplace technology, Ricoh Company (TSE:7752) is already known for document solutions, managed print and a growing suite of workplace services. Bringing Global Vision Multimedia Group into...

NOK (TSE:7240) has called a board meeting for May 20, 2026 to review changes in representative director roles, select new director candidates, and prepare for its June 25 shareholders meeting. See our latest analysis for NOK. Recent trading has been relatively firm, with a 1-day share price return of 0.68% and a 7-day share price return of 1.27%. The 1-year total shareholder return of 45.11% points to momentum that has built over time despite a softer 90-day share price return of 4.95%. If...

The market for create restaurants holdings inc.'s ( TSE:3387 ) shares didn't move much after it posted weak earnings...

Investors in Tri Chemical Laboratories Inc. ( TSE:4369 ) had a good week, as its shares rose 8.1% to close at JP¥4,050...

Toho Co., Ltd.'s ( TSE:9602 ) robust recent earnings didn't do much to move the stock. We think this is due to...

TSI Holdings Co.,Ltd.'s ( TSE:3608 ) recent weak earnings report didn't cause a big stock movement. We think that...

Investors may be wondering if Hitachi at ¥5,083 per share still offers value after a strong run, or if most of the upside is already reflected in the price. The stock has returned 0.5% over the past week, 6.0% over the past month, 0.3% year to date, 30.8% over the past year and 206.4% over three years, with a very large 5 year return that is more than 4x the starting level. Recent attention on Hitachi has focused on its position within capital goods and broader infrastructure related themes,...