ITOCHU (TSE:8001) has wrapped up FY 2026 with fourth quarter revenue of ¥3,836,836 million (about ¥3.8 trillion) and net income excluding extra items of ¥194,986 million, translating to basic EPS of ¥27.86. Trailing twelve month revenue is ¥14,823,087 million and EPS is ¥128.00. Over recent periods, revenue has ranged from ¥3,558,933 million to ¥3,836,836 million per quarter, while EPS has moved between ¥27.86 and ¥40.10. This gives investors a clearer view of how the earnings power feeding...
Shin-Etsu Chemical has begun building a rare-earth smelter in Japan, adding domestic separation and refining capacity to its existing operations in Japan, China, and Vietnam and reducing reliance on Chinese processing.
This move aligns the company with the Japan-US critical minerals alliance formed in October 2025, potentially strengthening its role in securing non-Chinese rare-earth supply chains amid ongoing geopolitical pressures.
Next, we examine how this new Japan-based rare-earth...
Aisin stock: context and recent share performance
Aisin (TSE:7259) has been on investors’ radar after a period of weaker share performance, with the stock down about 5% over the past month and roughly 24% year to date.
Against that backdrop, the company’s current valuation metrics, profit trends and regional revenue mix are drawing more attention from investors comparing Aisin with other Japan listed auto parts suppliers.
See our latest analysis for Aisin.
At the latest share price of...
Sekisui House (TSE:1928) is back in the spotlight after reporting first quarter sales of ¥908,878 million and net income of ¥58,479 million, along with higher earnings per share than a year earlier.
See our latest analysis for Sekisui House.
Alongside the stronger first quarter, Sekisui House’s share price is now ¥3,289, with a 7 day share price return of 2.69% but a 90 day share price return that is down 7.17%. The 5 year total shareholder return of 84.95% points to solid long term gains and...
Wondering whether Capcom's current share price truly reflects its potential value or if the market is being too harsh on the stock.
Capcom shares last closed at ¥2,787, with the stock down 3.4% over the past week, 15.4% over the past month, 24.0% year to date, and 38.7% over the last year, even though the 3 year and 5 year returns sit at 2.4% and 82.4% respectively.
This pullback comes as investors reassess expectations for major game publishers and pay closer attention to how consistently...
LY Corporation (TSE:4689) has scheduled a board meeting to consider an acquisition of shares in T&D Financial Life Insurance Company by one of its consolidated subsidiaries.
If approved, the transaction would make T&D Financial Life Insurance Company a subsidiary of LY.
The potential deal would represent a move by LY to broaden its footing in the financial services sector.
LY’s share price stands at ¥402.3, with the stock down 20.0% over the past year and 19.0% over the past five years,...
If you are wondering whether Sumitomo Electric Industries at ¥10,970 is still offering value after a strong run, this article explains what the current price might be implying.
The stock has pulled back recently, with the share price down 15.7% over the past week and 14.1% over the past month, even though it is still up 63.5% year to date and has delivered 300.1% over the past year and a very large return over five years.
Recent coverage has focused on Sumitomo Electric Industries as an...
This article focuses squarely on valuation to help you assess whether Nintendo's share price still reflects what the company is really worth, or if sentiment has swung too far in one direction.
The stock last closed at ¥7,174, after a decline of 4.7% over the past week, a modest 0.5% gain over the past month, and declines of 32.6% year to date and 37.9% over the last year, while still showing gains of 22.0% and 25.2% over the past 3 and 5 years respectively.
Recent headlines around Nintendo...
Cold Jet bv announced that it has partnered with Nippon Sanso Holdings to launch a fully automated dry ice production and CO2 recovery facility in Köping, Sweden, capable of producing 2.2 tons of dry ice per hour for airline, food, pharmaceutical, and industrial cleaning customers across the Nordic region.
The project’s integrated CO2 recovery, robotics, and automated packaging not only cut liquid CO2 costs and reduce emissions, but also deepen Nippon Sanso’s role in higher-value,...
Timee (TSE:215A) has put out a clean Q2 2026 print, with revenue of ¥10.1b and basic EPS of ¥9.95, set against a trailing twelve month picture that shows revenue of ¥38.8b and EPS of ¥51.69. Over the past six reported quarters, the company has seen revenue move from ¥7.8b and EPS of ¥12.65 in Q2 2025 to ¥9.5b and EPS of ¥14.85 in Q4 2025, then to ¥10.9b and EPS of ¥14.30 in Q1 2026, before landing at the latest Q2 figures. This gives investors a clear view of how sales and earnings have...
As the Asian markets navigate the complexities of economic recovery and inflationary pressures, investors are increasingly looking for stable income sources amidst global uncertainties. In this context, dividend stocks stand out as a potentially attractive option, offering regular income and potential capital appreciation while aligning with current market dynamics.
Pan Pacific International Holdings (TSE:7532) released its May 2026 sales update, highlighting year over year gains in both comparable and all store sales across its domestic retail and discount store operations.
See our latest analysis for Pan Pacific International Holdings.
At a share price of ¥867.8, the stock has risen 2.21% over the last day and 5.05% over the past week, but is still down 14.08% over 90 days. The 3 year total shareholder return of 76.66% and 5 year total shareholder...
If you are wondering whether Sony Group is fairly priced or offering value right now, it helps to start by looking at how the stock has been behaving and what might be driving sentiment.
The share price closed at ¥3,369, with returns over the last week, month and year showing declines of 4.8%, 3.3% and 5.7% respectively, while the stock is still up 29.2% over 3 years and 74.5% over 5 years.
Recent coverage has focused on Sony Group's position across entertainment, games, and electronics, as...
Recent performance snapshot
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company (TSE:4182) has seen mixed share price moves, with the stock roughly flat over the past day, down about 16% over the past week, down 8% over the past month, but up over the past 3 months.
Over longer periods, total return figures show gains over the past year, past 3 years, and past 5 years. The stock currently trades at ¥4,445 with a market value of about ¥861.9b.
See our latest analysis for Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company.
For...
Renewed buying interest in Nomura Real Estate Holdings (TSE:3231) has followed speculation that the Bank of Japan may pause its planned reduction in government bond purchases, lifting real estate stocks even as the broader market trades weaker.
See our latest analysis for Nomura Real Estate Holdings.
At the latest share price of ¥933.6, the stock has slipped 7.70% on a 30 day share price return and 11.55% over 90 days, yet the 1 year total shareholder return of 15.13% and 5 year total...
Mitsubishi, ticker TSE:8058, has introduced the 2027 Eclipse Sportback, its first fully electric crossover for the North American market.
The new model is part of the broader Momentum 2030 plan, which targets regular new model launches and a faster push into EVs.
The announcement highlights Mitsubishi's focus on electrification and sustainability in a major global auto market.
For readers watching the auto sector, the 2027 Eclipse Sportback positions Mitsubishi in the North American EV...
If you are wondering whether SoftBank Group's recent share price run still leaves room for value, the next sections break down what the current market price may be implying.
The stock closed at ¥6,373, with the share price down 13.6% over the last week, up 6.4% over the last month, up 38.1% year to date, and up 217.1% over the past year. This suggests that sentiment and risk perceptions have been shifting quickly.
Recent headlines around SoftBank Group have focused on its role as a global...