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Unicharm Corporation has announced its entry into India’s pet care market from July 2026, extending its pet care operations beyond Japan, North America, Asia, and its recent move into Brazil through the acquisition of Nutrire. This expansion positions India as a vital region under Unicharm’s 13th Mid-Term Management Plan, where pet care is identified as a key growth driver supporting its vision of a “Cohesive Society” for humans and pets. We’ll examine how Unicharm’s focus on India as a...

Amidst a backdrop of geopolitical tensions and market volatility, global growth stocks have shown resilience, with the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 indices making gains despite challenges such as rising oil prices and renewed U.S.-Iran hostilities. In this environment, companies with high insider ownership can signal strong internal confidence in their growth prospects, making them appealing options for investors seeking to navigate uncertain times.

Global shipping and logistics stocks are suddenly in the spotlight after President Trump’s renewed naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, a sharp move in oil prices, and fresh questions over trade routes and tolls. For investors, this mix of geopolitical tension, energy price swings, and inflation data creates both pressure and potential openings. This article explains how that backdrop ties into our Global Shipping and Logistics screener and highlights 3 stocks that current news directly...

As global markets navigate renewed geopolitical tensions and energy market volatility, the Asian equities landscape presents unique opportunities for discovery. With small-cap stocks in focus, investors may find potential in companies that demonstrate resilience and innovation amidst these broader market dynamics.

Amidst geopolitical tensions and energy market volatility, Asian markets have shown resilience with varying performances across key indices. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer a stable income stream, making them an attractive consideration for investors seeking to balance growth and income in their portfolios.

Serendip Holdings Co.,Ltd. ( TSE:7318 ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a decent share price growth of 19...

Amidst a backdrop of geopolitical tensions and fluctuating oil prices, Asian markets have been navigating a complex landscape, with technology stocks in particular drawing attention due to their potential for growth. In this environment, identifying high-growth tech stocks requires an understanding of market dynamics and the ability to recognize companies that are innovating and adapting to changing economic conditions.

Shareholders might have noticed that Sugi Holdings Co.,Ltd. ( TSE:7649 ) filed its first-quarter result this time last...

In July 2026, Kanadevia Corporation announced a partnership with Bahwan Engineering Company LLC to cooperate on green hydrogen and e-methane project development across all stages in Oman, combining Kanadevia’s water electrolysis stack technology with Bahwan’s local engineering and construction capabilities. This collaboration could deepen Kanadevia’s presence in low-carbon fuels while testing how effectively it can translate core hydrogen technology into international project wins. Next,...

Daikin Industries previously expanded its European portfolio by introducing the EWYK-QZ modular air-to-water heat pump, which uses an eco-friendly refrigerant to meet tightening environmental standards. This move highlights how Daikin is aligning its product roadmap with government-backed incentives for heat pumps and evolving regional regulations on sustainable heating and cooling. We’ll now examine how Daikin’s eco-friendly EWYK-QZ heat pump launch shapes the company’s investment narrative...

FP Movement announced that it has partnered with ASICS for a limited-edition footwear collaboration, reimagining the GEL-NIMBUS® 28 and GEL-CHALLENGER® 15 with lifestyle-driven designs, golden hour-inspired colorways, and distribution through FPMovement.com, ASICS.com, select FP Movement stores, and Dick's Sporting Goods from July 7, 2026, for a limited time. By pairing ASICS' performance technologies with FP Movement's design and community run events in New York and Los Angeles, the...

Mitsubishi Electric, Kyoto University’s Institute of Advanced Energy, and the National Institute for Fusion Science recently announced they have developed and tested an advanced microwave plasma measurement system on the Heliotron J fusion device, enabling simultaneous, long-duration monitoring of extreme-temperature fusion plasma conditions. This collaboration supports Japan’s government-backed fusion energy initiatives and could enhance Mitsubishi Electric’s role in next-generation,...

Buyback completion and growth plans put Dai Nippon Printing in focus Dai Nippon Printing (TSE:7912) has completed a share repurchase of 2,638,400 shares, or 0.61% of outstanding stock, for ¥7,205.51 million, following guidance outlined at its recent Analyst/Investor Day. See our latest analysis for Dai Nippon Printing. The share price of Dai Nippon Printing has eased over the past week, but a 20.72% 1 month share price return and 12.56% year to date share price return sit alongside a 5 year...

In early July 2026, Komatsu Ltd. completed a share repurchase of 9,586,700 shares for ¥61,707.97 million and issued two unsecured straight bonds totaling ¥50.00 billion, including a ¥20.00 billion green bond due 2029 and a ¥30.00 billion bond due 2031. This combination of balance sheet reshaping through buybacks and the issuance of a labeled green bond highlights Komatsu’s evolving capital structure and sustainability-focused funding approach. We’ll now consider how Komatsu’s completion of...

As geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and energy market volatility capture global attention, Asian markets have shown mixed performance, with some regions experiencing declines while others see gains driven by technology sectors. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential, making them an attractive consideration for investors looking to navigate uncertain times.

SBI Shinsei Bank (TSE:8303) is back in focus after raising its year-end dividend for the fiscal year ended March 2026 to ¥42.00 per share, up from a previously forecast ¥34.00, on the back of a sharp lift in full-year earnings. See our latest analysis for SBI Shinsei Bank.

AEON FantasyLTD (TSE:4343) has opened Q1 2027 with revenue of ¥24.6 billion and basic EPS of ¥49.84, alongside net income of ¥986 million, giving investors a fresh read on both top line scale and per share profitability. Over the past year the company has seen quarterly revenue move between ¥23.3 billion and ¥25.6 billion while basic EPS has ranged from a loss of ¥33.78 to a gain of ¥81.77, with trailing 12 month EPS at ¥183.53 and net income at ¥3.6 billion providing the broader earnings...

Fast Retailing Co., Ltd. ( TSE:9983 ) just released its quarterly report and things are looking bullish. The company...

Yokowo Co., Ltd. ( TSE:6800 ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from a substantial...

YASKAWA Electric (TSE:6506) opened FY 2027 with Q1 revenue of ¥138.9 billion and basic EPS of ¥20.99, against trailing twelve month revenue of ¥555.5 billion and EPS of ¥130.06 that frame the latest print. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move from ¥125.6 billion in Q1 2026 to a peak of ¥146.9 billion in Q4 2026 before landing at ¥138.9 billion in Q1 2027. Quarterly EPS over the same period ranged from ¥26.81 to ¥43.55 before the latest ¥20.99 figure. This sets up a results...

Aeon (TSE:8267) has released its Q1 2027 numbers, with revenue at ¥2.9 trillion and basic EPS of ¥4.99, set against trailing twelve month EPS of ¥33.82 that reflects reported earnings growth of 393.3% year over year. Over recent periods, revenue has moved from ¥2.57 trillion in Q1 2026 to ¥2.97 trillion in Q4 2026 and now ¥2.94 trillion in Q1 2027. Quarterly EPS has ranged from a loss of ¥2.54 per share in Q1 2026 to ¥30.22 in Q4 2026 before landing at ¥4.99 this quarter. Together these...

Japan Display (TSE:6740) has moved to close its wholly owned Hong Kong sales subsidiary, JDI Hong Kong Limited, after a July 9 board decision. The company has linked the shutdown to a broader overhaul of its overseas sales operations. See our latest analysis for Japan Display. Against the backdrop of this overseas restructuring, Japan Display’s recent price action has been mixed, with a 1-day share price return of 4% but a 90-day share price return that is down 36.59%. The 1-year total...

In early July 2026, Kawasaki Heavy Industries’ board approved plans to issue new shares and zero-coupon bonds maturing in 2031 and 2033, alongside ¥50.0 billion zero-coupon non-convertible bond offerings for each maturity, both priced at 101% under Regulation S. This funding mix signals a significant shift in how the company may balance equity and debt, with implications for its capital structure, financing costs, and future investment capacity. Next, we will examine how Kawasaki Heavy...

Nidec Corporation held a board meeting on June 29, 2026 to consider applying for an extension to the filing deadline of its annual securities report for the 53rd fiscal year ended March 31, 2026. This decision point around delayed financial disclosure may prompt investors to reassess how Nidec’s governance and reporting practices align with its longer-term transformation efforts. We’ll now examine how Nidec’s move to seek extra time for its annual securities report could influence the...