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TSE:5831
TSE:5831Banks

Assessing Shizuoka Financial Group (TSE:5831) Valuation After FY 2026 Results And Board Leadership Review

Earnings results and governance move put Shizuoka Financial GroupInc (TSE:5831) in focus Shizuoka Financial GroupInc (TSE:5831) has moved into the spotlight after reporting full year figures to March 31, 2026, alongside a board meeting to consider changes to its representative directors. The bank reported net interest income of ¥169,561 million and net income of ¥90,469 million. Basic earnings per share from continuing operations were ¥167.66, and diluted earnings per share were ¥167.64. See...
TSE:6971
TSE:6971Electronic

Kyocera Activism Tests Leadership, Buyback Push And Valuation At Elevated P/E

Oasis Management, a significant shareholder in Kyocera, has filed proposals ahead of the upcoming AGM seeking major changes to leadership and capital allocation. The fund is calling for a JPY 350b share buyback and the removal of Chairman Goro Yamaguchi. Oasis is also pushing for the appointment of a new external director, citing what it describes as long running governance concerns and underperformance. Proxy advisors ISS and Glass Lewis have previously recommended votes against the...
TSE:6965
TSE:6965Electronic

Hamamatsu Photonics (TSE:6965) Is Up 31.6% After Raising Full-Year Forecasts Despite Profit Squeeze

Hamamatsu Photonics K.K. recently reported higher interim sales but weaker profits for H1 2026 and raised its full-year forecasts, citing strong demand in industrial, semiconductor, and medical-bio markets while maintaining its dividend. Management’s willingness to increase guidance despite margin pressure and higher R&D spending underscores confidence in a second-half earnings recovery and the resilience of its photonics business lines. With the shares posting strong short-term gains, we’ll...
TSE:3964
TSE:3964Consumer Services

Exploring 3 Undiscovered Gems In Asia With Strong Potential

As Asian markets navigate a landscape marked by inflation pressures and geopolitical uncertainties, investors are increasingly focused on identifying opportunities within small-cap stocks that demonstrate resilience and growth potential. In this environment, discovering stocks with strong fundamentals, innovative business models, or unique market positions can be particularly rewarding for those seeking to capitalize on the dynamic economic conditions in the region.