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In March 2026, Canon Inc. and its U.S. affiliates announced the expansion of Canon’s global multifunction device remanufacturing business to Canon Virginia, applying standardized processes and proprietary technologies developed in Japan and Germany to serve the U.S. market. This move deepens Canon’s circular-economy footprint by using operational data-driven parts selection and achieving an estimated parts reuse rate above 90% per remanufactured unit, aligning cost efficiency with...

Internet Initiative Japan Inc. recently launched an Internal Vulnerability Assessment service within its Safous Security Assessment offering, helping organizations identify security weaknesses across internal networks at branch offices and distributed locations. This move broadens the company’s role in cyber defense by pairing external attack surface assessment with internal network visibility, addressing rising concerns over supply chain attacks and limited on-site IT resources. We’ll now...

Sumitomo (TSE:8053) has drawn fresh attention after a sharp 4.9% decline over the past day, prompting investors to reassess the general trading group’s recent performance, business mix, and current valuation signals. See our latest analysis for Sumitomo. The 4.9% one day share price drop comes after a 12.96% 30 day share price decline, although the 1 year total shareholder return of 61.21% and 5 year total shareholder return of 344.16% point to stronger longer term momentum. If you are...

If you are wondering whether Mitsubishi's share price still offers value after a strong run, the key is to separate story from numbers and look closely at what the current price actually reflects. Mitsubishi last closed at ¥5,397, with 7 day returns of 5.4%, 30 day returns of 10.4%, year to date returns of 47.7%, 1 year returns of 97.6%, 3 year returns of 284.8%, and 5 year returns that are very large. This article was prompted to keep ongoing coverage of Mitsubishi current for investors, so...

Earlier in March 2026, Sony Group was downgraded by Bernstein as rising AI-driven memory demand pushed chip supply tighter and prices higher, raising concerns over cost pressures on its PlayStation hardware and image sensor businesses. An important implication is that Sony may prioritize protecting hardware margins by moderating PS5 unit volumes rather than absorbing sharply higher memory costs, which could reshape how it balances growth and profitability across gaming and imaging. We’ll now...

Toyota Tsusho America signed a long-term virtual power purchase agreement with the Norton Solar Project to support its U.S. operations. Toyota Motor (TSE:7203) is engaging with policymakers ahead of the 2026 review of the United States Mexico Canada Agreement to address its North American supply chain exposure and tariff treatment. Toyota Motor (TSE:7203) is a global auto manufacturer with a broad footprint in North America, spanning assembly plants, parts suppliers, and logistics networks...

Curious whether HOYA's current share price reflects its true worth, or if expectations have moved ahead of fundamentals? This valuation breakdown is designed to help you frame that question clearly. HOYA's share price recently closed at ¥27,800, with reported returns of 0.3% over 7 days, 1.4% over 30 days, 15.3% year to date, 61.5% over 1 year, 104.6% over 3 years, and 127.1% over 5 years. These figures naturally raise questions about how much optimism is already in the price. Recent...

ROHM (TSE:6963) has put its silicon carbide effort in the spotlight by releasing new three phase inverter reference designs alongside online sales of EcoSiC modules, a combination that could interest investors watching power electronics suppliers. See our latest analysis for ROHM. The recent product launches and merger discussions have come alongside a 30 day share price return of 29.01% and a 90 day share price return of 51.77%, while the 1 year total shareholder return stands at 106.81%,...

Wondering whether OMRON at ¥4,566 is priced attractively or not, especially after a mixed share price record. The stock is up 14.3% year to date and 4.7% over 1 year, but that sits alongside a 6.0% slide over 30 days and weaker 3 year and 5 year returns of 35.6% and 44.5% respectively. Recent coverage has focused on OMRON as a long established player in electronics and automation, with investors weighing its role in areas such as factory automation and control systems. This context often...

Mitsubishi Electric has secured a major contract to supply elevators, escalators, and air-conditioning units for the Two Sudirman Jakarta development in Indonesia. The order covers multiple core building systems for a large urban project in a key Southeast Asian market. Mitsubishi Electric (TSE:6503), trading at around ¥5,483.0, has recorded very large multi year share price gains, including a 14.5% return year to date and 87.8% over the past year. In that context, the Two Sudirman Jakarta...

Recent share performance and business snapshot Chiyoda (TSE:6366) has drawn attention after a sharp share price swing, with a 6.5% decline over the past day, a 7.6% gain over the past week, and a 21.4% decline over the past month. Across the past 3 months, the stock shows a 64% return, with year to date performance at 37.6%, and a 1 year total return of 236.7%. Over 3 and 5 years, total returns are reported at 198.9% and 151.2% respectively. The company reports annual revenue of ¥499,107 and...

Japan Display (TSE:6740) drew attention after its stock jumped 53.16% in after hours trading on March 16, 2026. Heavy volume and sector chatter around display supply chains fueled speculative buying. See our latest analysis for Japan Display. The latest after hours move follows a 313.04% 30 day share price return and a 400% 90 day share price return. The 1 year total shareholder return of 427.78% indicates that momentum has been building over a longer period. If this kind of fast move in a...

AEON REIT Investment (TSE:3292) has released its FY 2026 numbers with second half revenue of ¥21.3 billion and basic EPS of ¥3,243.65, while trailing twelve month revenue sits at ¥42.9 billion and EPS at ¥6,608.58. Over the past few periods, revenue has held around the low ¥20 billion mark per half year, from ¥21.2 billion in FY 2025 H2 to ¥21.6 billion and then ¥21.3 billion across FY 2026 H1 and H2. EPS has moved in a similar band between roughly ¥3,243 and ¥3,365 per half, setting up a...

Nomura Holdings (TSE:8604) is back on investors’ radar after recent share price moves, including a 2.1% decline over the past day and a 15.4% drop over the past month. See our latest analysis for Nomura Holdings. The recent 15.4% 30-day share price decline, together with a year to date share price return of negative 10%, contrasts with a 33.0% 1-year total shareholder return. This suggests that longer term holders have still seen strong gains, while near term momentum has softened. If this...

WA (TSE:7683) has capped FY 2026 with fourth quarter revenue of ¥6.5b and Basic EPS of ¥9.38, alongside trailing 12 month revenue of ¥23.3b and EPS of ¥36.06 that sit against a net profit margin of 2.9% versus 4.4% a year earlier. Over the past six reported quarters, revenue has ranged from ¥4.8b to ¥7.0b per quarter, while quarterly Basic EPS has moved between ¥0.21 and ¥25.16, giving investors a broad view of how earnings track against the top line. With five year earnings growth and more...

Samty Residential Investment (TSE:3459) has reported its FY 2026 results with second half revenue of ¥7.1 billion and basic EPS of ¥3,832.42, while the trailing twelve months show revenue of ¥13.3 billion and EPS of ¥6,413.88 alongside earnings growth of 18.9% year over year. Over the past few reporting periods, revenue has moved from ¥6.4 billion in the second half of FY 2025 to ¥6.2 billion in the first half of FY 2026 and then ¥7.1 billion in the latest half, with basic EPS ranging from...

Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd. reported past first-quarter 2026 results, with sales rising to ¥141,598 million while net income fell to ¥5,910 million versus a year earlier. The combination of higher revenue but sharply lower earnings per share highlights pressure on profitability despite continued top-line expansion. Next, we’ll examine how this contrast between rising sales and weaker earnings shapes Kobe Bussan’s investment narrative over the coming days. Capitalize on the AI infrastructure...

TOMY Company (TSE:7867) has announced a wide reorganization and executive reshuffle effective April 1, 2026, in order to align its matrix structure with the Medium to Long Term Management Strategy 2030 for global expansion. See our latest analysis for TOMY Company. Despite the upcoming reorganization, TOMY Company's share price has been relatively steady in recent months, with a 90 day share price return of 1.56%. However, the 1 year total shareholder return shows a decline of 20.93%, which...

Japan Logistics Fund (TSE:8967) has just posted its FY 2026 numbers, with second half revenue of ¥11.9b and basic EPS of ¥2,332.71, while trailing 12 month figures show revenue of ¥23.6b and EPS of ¥4,546.61, setting the stage for a results season that puts income resilience in focus. The trust has seen revenue move from ¥10.7b and EPS of ¥5,829.75 in the second half of FY 2025 to ¥11.9b and EPS of ¥2,332.71 in the second half of FY 2026. Over the same period, trailing 12 month revenue has...

Earlier this month, Daido Steel held an ESG briefing, updating investors on its environmental, social, and governance priorities and related initiatives. The focus on ESG offers insight into how Daido Steel is positioning sustainability within its broader corporate roadmap and stakeholder communication. We will now examine how this renewed emphasis on ESG priorities shapes Daido Steel's investment narrative and longer-term positioning. This technology could replace computers: discover 24...

TOKYO BASELtd (TSE:3415) has just wrapped up FY 2026 with fourth quarter revenue of ¥7.8b and basic EPS of ¥14.20, setting the tone for how you might read the latest earnings print. Over recent periods the company has seen revenue move from ¥6.7b in FY 2025 Q4 to ¥7.8b in FY 2026 Q4, while quarterly EPS shifted from ¥11.28 to ¥14.20. This gives you a clear view of how the top line and per share earnings have tracked into this result. With last twelve month net margin at 5.1% against 3.8% a...

Mori Hills REIT Investment (TSE:3234) has reported its FY 2026 results with second half revenue of ¥11.4b and basic EPS of ¥3,246.68, while trailing twelve month revenue sits at ¥22.4b and EPS at ¥6,449.14. Over the past year, revenue has moved from ¥22.1b in the trailing period to February 2025 to ¥22.4b in the latest trailing period, with trailing EPS shifting from ¥6,526.46 to ¥6,449.14. For investors, the key context is a still solid net profit margin that has eased slightly, setting up a...

Fukuoka Financial Group has announced broad changes to its board and officer lineup across the holding company and core banks from April 2026, with additional director retirements and new audit committee appointments to be finalized at the June 2026 shareholders’ meeting. This governance refresh highlights a renewed emphasis on board oversight and risk management that could reshape how the group is supervised and run. We will now examine how this governance overhaul, particularly the planned...

Kaneka (TSE:4118) is back on investor radars after recent share price moves, with short term returns mixed over the past week and month but positive over the past 3 months and year to date. See our latest analysis for Kaneka. That recent 1 day share price decline of 4.48% and softer 1 month share price return sit against a stronger backdrop, with a 9.56% 3 month share price return and 27.72% 1 year total shareholder return suggesting momentum has been building over time. If Kaneka’s move has...