Japanese Healthtech Stock News

Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings, Incorporated recently issued consolidated earnings guidance for the year ending March 31, 2026, projecting net sales of ¥6,462.00 billion, operating income of ¥277.00 billion, and a net loss attributable to owners of the parent of ¥641.00 billion, equivalent to a net loss per share of ¥400.11. This contrast between expected positive operating income and a very large projected bottom-line loss highlights the scale of non-operating or exceptional...

Ono Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. reported past earnings for the nine months ended December 31, 2025, with sales of ¥397,036 million and net income of ¥68,949 million, both higher than the same period a year earlier. The increase in both basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations highlights improved profitability, which can be an important consideration for investors assessing the company’s performance. Next, we will examine how Ono Pharmaceutical’s improved earnings per...

In February 2026, Kyowa Kirin’s board approved a revised dividend policy, lifting the fiscal 2025 year-end dividend to ¥32.00 per share and guiding for higher interim and year-end dividends in 2026, alongside new earnings guidance targeting revenue of ¥520,000 million and core operating profit of ¥100,000 million. An interesting aspect of this announcement is how Kyowa Kirin is pairing higher shareholder payouts with explicit profit and earnings-per-share targets, signaling management’s...

Kao Corporation recently reported full-year 2025 results showing higher sales of ¥1,688,633 million and net income of ¥120,081 million, alongside new 2026 guidance, a planned share split with increased authorized shares, and updated dividend payments. The combination of earnings growth, a move to double authorized share capital for the upcoming split, and shifts in dividend policy gives investors fresh information on Kao’s capital allocation and future per-share metrics. We’ll now explore...

As global markets grapple with the disruptive potential of artificial intelligence and fluctuating economic indicators, investors are seeking opportunities amidst volatility. In this environment, identifying stocks that may be undervalued could offer a strategic advantage, as they might possess strong fundamentals yet remain overlooked due to broader market concerns.

In the current global market landscape, U.S. stocks have faced declines due to AI disruption concerns, while European markets remain volatile and Japan's stock markets have surged following political developments. Amid these fluctuating conditions, dividend stocks can offer a source of steady income and potential stability for investors seeking reliable returns in an uncertain environment.

Earnings event puts Eisai in focus Eisai (TSE:4523) is back in the spotlight after reporting nine month earnings to December 31, 2025, with higher sales but softer net income and earnings per share catching investor attention. See our latest analysis for Eisai. The mixed earnings update and the recent board meeting appear to sit against a backdrop where momentum has picked up in the short term. The 7 day share price return is 9.40% and the 1 year total shareholder return is 18.49%, even...

ASICS Corporation recently reported full-year 2025 results showing sales of ¥810,916 million and net income of ¥98,719 million, alongside a higher annual dividend of ¥16.00 per share and new 2026 earnings guidance. The company also approved the disposal of treasury shares as performance-linked restricted share compensation and signaled larger dividends for 2026, highlighting a stronger focus on aligning management incentives with shareholder returns. We will now examine how ASICS’ upgraded...

In February 2026, Shiseido Company reported that full-year 2025 sales slipped to ¥969,992 million while net loss widened to ¥40,680 million, even as it guided for 2026 net sales of ¥990,000 million, operating profit of ¥59,000 million and profit attributable to owners of parent of ¥42,000 million. Despite the 2025 loss, management raised its annual dividend guidance to ¥30 per share and outlined earnings guidance implying a return to profitability, underscoring confidence in cash generation...

Nissin Foods Holdings Co., Ltd. has reported past nine‑month results to December 31, 2025, with sales rising to ¥586,555 million while net income and earnings per share from continuing operations fell compared with the previous year. The combination of higher revenue but weaker profitability underscores how cost pressures or mix effects can weigh on earnings even when top-line growth continues. Next, we’ll examine how this contrast between growing sales and softer earnings shapes Nissin...

Nintendo stock performance snapshot Nintendo (TSE:7974) has recently drawn investor attention after a stretch of weaker share performance. The stock is down about 21% year to date and 25% over the past year. See our latest analysis for Nintendo. The recent 30 day share price return of 20.63% and 90 day share price return of 37.83% show momentum has been fading, even though the 3 year total shareholder return of 63.82% is still positive. If Nintendo’s recent pullback has you rethinking where...

Nissan Motor (TSE:7201) has come back into focus after revising its earnings guidance, pairing a forecast net loss of ¥650b with a sharply lower operating loss outlook under its Re:Nissan recovery plan. See our latest analysis for Nissan Motor. The guidance revision and latest quarterly results appear to have caught investors’ attention, with an 8.76% 1 day share price return and a 22.43% 90 day share price return at ¥447.0. However, the 5 year total shareholder return of 19.18% highlights...

Morinaga Milk Industry Co., Ltd. held a board meeting on February 12, 2026 to consider changes to its Representative Director and, on the same day, reported earnings for the nine months ended December 31, 2025. The company’s nine-month performance showed higher sales of ¥437,822 million and net income of ¥21,936 million, with earnings per share rising meaningfully year on year. We will now examine how this strong earnings growth, especially the jump in net income and earnings per share,...

Suntory Beverage & Food (TSE:2587) shares were in focus after the company released full year 2025 results, issued 2026 earnings guidance, and affirmed dividends. This gave investors fresh numbers to reassess the stock. See our latest analysis for Suntory Beverage & Food. At a share price of ¥4,847, Suntory Beverage & Food has had a mixed few months, with a 7 day share price return of 7.59% decline and a 90 day share price return of 3.56% decline. However, its 1 year total shareholder return...

Komatsu (TSE:6301) and AFC Energy have signed a joint development agreement to explore ammonia fueled engine technology. The partnership focuses on creating low emission alternatives to traditional diesel engines for industrial equipment. The move is part of Komatsu’s broader push to address decarbonization in construction and mining applications. Komatsu, a major supplier of construction and mining machinery, is examining how ammonia fueled engines could fit into future equipment lines...

Asahi Group Holdings disclosed that a cyberattack earlier in the fiscal year forced delays to its third-quarter and full-year 2025 results, but by March 10, 2026 it had restored enough systems to reschedule the third‑quarter announcement while leaving the full‑year date still to be confirmed. Alongside these reporting updates, January data showed softer domestic beer‑type beverage sales but growth in whiskey, spirits and food, highlighting how Asahi’s different business lines are absorbing...

The Toho Zinc Co., Ltd. ( TSE:5707 ) share price has softened a substantial 26% over the previous 30 days, handing back...

Toyo Engineering Corporation ( TSE:6330 ) shares have retraced a considerable 38% in the last month, reversing a fair...

There's been a notable change in appetite for Sysmex Corporation ( TSE:6869 ) shares in the week since its quarterly...

It's been a pretty great week for Kubota Corporation ( TSE:6326 ) shareholders, with its shares surging 18% to JP¥3,137...

As you might know, Japan Tobacco Inc. ( TSE:2914 ) recently reported its yearly numbers. It looks like the results were...

Shareholders of Sanrio Company, Ltd. ( TSE:8136 ) will be pleased this week, given that the stock price is up 15% to...

The analysts might have been a bit too bullish on NEXON Co., Ltd. ( TSE:3659 ), given that the company fell short of...

Citizen Watch Co., Ltd. ( TSE:7762 ) defied analyst predictions to release its third-quarter results, which were ahead...