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Recent share performance and business snapshot Asahi Kasei (TSE:3407) shares most recently closed at ¥1,613, with the stock showing mixed short term moves, a 4.7% gain over the past day and a small decline over the past week. Over the past month and past 3 months, returns of about 1.0% and 6.5% sit alongside a year to date gain of 13.6% and a 1 year total return of 73.3%, giving investors a sense of how the stock has traded recently. See our latest analysis for Asahi Kasei. The recent 1 day...

Trend Micro has recently reorganized its consumer business under the TrendLife™ brand, launching Kaleida™, an AI companion that focuses on cybersecurity, privacy, and digital governance for families. At the same time, its enterprise-focused TrendAI™ unit is partnering with Anthropic to embed Claude models into its platform, aiming to strengthen AI-native security operations and vulnerability research across AI systems. Next, we’ll explore how Trend Micro’s expanded use of Anthropic’s Claude...

In the lead-up to Kao Corporation’s recent Extraordinary General Meeting, Oasis Management, holding 12.5% of the company, publicly backed proxy advisor ISS’s call for shareholders to appoint independent investigators to examine Kao’s supply chain risks, regulatory exposure, and governance practices. This challenge from a major shareholder, combined with ISS’s support, puts Kao’s board oversight and risk management culture under intense scrutiny, potentially reshaping how the company...

Primo Global Holdings (TSE:367A) has just posted another solid set of numbers, with Q1 2026 revenue at ¥7.7b and net income of ¥797m, translating into basic EPS of ¥91.12, while trailing 12 month EPS reached ¥235.39 on revenue of ¥28.96b and net income of ¥2.06b, alongside reported earnings growth of 57.3% over the past year. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move from ¥6.70b and EPS of ¥59.91 in Q1 2025 to ¥7.53b with EPS of ¥16.46 in Q4 2025 and then to ¥7.07b with EPS of...

DIC (TSE:4631) is back in focus after recent share price moves and its current valuation metrics are drawing attention. Investors are weighing its global materials footprint against earnings, revenue mix, and recent return patterns. See our latest analysis for DIC. Recent trading has been relatively muted, with a 1 day share price return of 1.02% at ¥3,771 following softer 30 day share price performance. A 1 year total shareholder return of 53.74% points to stronger longer term momentum. If...

STUDIO ALICELtd (TSE:2305) has just posted a sharp turnaround in its latest quarter, with Q3 FY 2026 revenue of ¥10.3b and basic EPS of ¥90.37, compared with a Q2 FY 2026 revenue base of ¥6.5b and a loss per share of ¥31.56. Over recent quarters, revenue has moved from ¥11.5b in Q3 FY 2025 to ¥8.8b in Q4 FY 2025, then to ¥7.8b in Q1 FY 2026 and ¥6.5b in Q2 FY 2026 before this latest print. Basic EPS has shifted from ¥103.68 to ¥11.89, then ¥9.24 and a loss of ¥18.96 ahead of the recent Q3...

BASE FOOD (TSE:2936) has just put fresh numbers on the table for FY 2026, with third quarter revenue of ¥3.7b and basic EPS of ¥1.72, while trailing 12 month figures show revenue of ¥15.4b and EPS ranging from ¥2.05 to ¥10.67 across recent quarters. Over the past few reporting periods, quarterly revenue has moved between ¥3.7b and ¥4.0b and basic EPS has shifted from a loss of ¥1.88 per share to profits such as ¥7.25 and ¥4.38 per share, setting up a picture of earnings that have flipped from...

As global markets experience a resurgence in investor confidence following a U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement and easing oil prices, attention is turning to the potential of small-cap stocks amid this "risk-on" environment. In such conditions, undiscovered gems like Shanghai Emperor of Cleaning Hi-Tech offer intriguing opportunities for investors seeking growth potential beyond the well-trodden paths of large-cap equities.

Event context and recent share performance Honda Motor (TSE:7267) has recently seen its shares give up some ground, with a roughly 4% decline over the past month and a sharper fall of about 22% over the past 3 months. For investors tracking this move, Honda Motor now trades around ¥1,285 per share, with recent returns over the past year close to flat, while 3 year and 5 year total returns remain in positive territory. See our latest analysis for Honda Motor. Recent share price returns,...

Rakuten Wallet’s XRP Listing Puts FinTech Operations in Focus Rakuten Group (TSE:4755) is back in the spotlight after Rakuten Wallet introduced XRP spot trading, allowing millions of Rakuten Pay users to convert loyalty points into the cryptocurrency within a regulated setting. See our latest analysis for Rakuten Group. At a share price of ¥790.7, Rakuten Group has a 90 day share price return of 21.64% decline and a year to date share price return of 21.25% decline. The 1 year total...

Toyota Motor’s recent announcements include a new Digital Hub in Wrocław, Poland, expanded connected‑vehicle and automation projects, and a planned rollout of high‑power EV charging sites across the U.S. through the IONNA–Circle K partnership, all building on its ongoing investments in electrification and production capacity. Together, these moves highlight how Toyota is pairing software, connectivity, and charging infrastructure with factory automation to support its transition toward more...

In early April 2026, Seven & i Holdings reported full-year 2026 results, issued new earnings guidance for fiscal 2027, approved higher dividends, and outlined plans for significant 7-Eleven North American store closures and conversions to wholesale fuel operations. Together with a planned change in operating segments and a rising dividend payout, these moves signal a meaningful reshaping of how the group configures and monetizes its core convenience store business. We’ll now examine how the...

Recent share performance in focus Furukawa Electric (TSE:5801) has attracted fresh attention after a sharp share price move, with the stock showing a 50.45% return over the past month and 3.50% over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Furukawa Electric. That recent surge sits on top of strong momentum, with a 90 day share price return of 350.28% and a very large 1 year total shareholder return. A 5.63% one day pullback hints at some profit taking after a rapid re rating. If this...

The International Trade Commission has opened a Section 337 investigation into certain 3D NAND and high bandwidth memory chips, naming multiple Kioxia Holdings (TSE:285A) entities and SK hynix affiliates as respondents in a patent infringement case. See our latest analysis for Kioxia Holdings. The regulatory overhang from the ITC investigation is hitting sentiment in the short term, with a 1 day share price return of a 7.4% decline. However, this sits against very strong recent momentum,...

Earlier in April 2026, TBS HOLDINGS announced that it had finalized the details and formally established StudioMonowa Co.,Ltd. with CJ ENM and U-NEXT HOLDINGS, a joint venture focused on planning audio-visual content and developing global intellectual property assets. With U-NEXT HOLDINGS holding a 9% stake alongside larger partners and contributing to management through shared officers, the venture underscores its role in an emerging content creation framework that could broaden its...

Transgene and NEC (TSE:6701) have entered a license agreement to advance an individualized neoantigen cancer vaccine. The collaboration will use NEC's AI platform to support clinical development of the personalized therapeutic vaccine. The agreement includes an equity investment by NEC in Transgene, highlighting the financial commitment behind the partnership. For NEC, better known for IT services, networking and AI solutions, this move highlights an expanded focus on healthcare technology...

As global markets experience a relief rally amid easing geopolitical tensions, Asian indices have shown resilience, buoyed by optimism in key sectors such as technology and consumer goods. In this environment, growth companies with high insider ownership often attract attention due to the perceived alignment of interests between management and shareholders, suggesting confidence in long-term potential despite market uncertainties.

Last week, you might have seen that COSMOS Pharmaceutical Corporation ( TSE:3349 ) released its quarterly result to the...

Why Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (TSE:8306) is on investor radar today Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (TSE:8306) is drawing fresh attention after recent share price moves, with the stock showing a mix of gains over the past month and softer performance over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group. The recent 10.31% 1 month share price return, together with a 14.16% year to date share price gain and very large 5 year total shareholder return, points to...

As global markets react positively to a U.S.-Iran ceasefire and declining oil prices, investor sentiment has improved, leading to notable gains across major indices such as the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500. Amid this optimistic backdrop, uncovering lesser-known stocks with strong fundamentals and growth potential can be particularly rewarding for investors seeking opportunities in an environment marked by geopolitical shifts and technological advancements.

S-Pool (TSE:2471) opened Q1 2026 with revenue of ¥5,938 million and a basic EPS loss of ¥0.87, setting a cautious tone after a profitable FY2025. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥7,375 million in Q4 2024 to ¥6,131 million in Q1 2025 and then to ¥5,938 million in Q1 2026, alongside EPS shifting from ¥13.32 in Q4 2024 to ¥1.24 in Q1 2025 and into a small loss this quarter. This puts the focus firmly on how margins are holding up through this reset. See our full analysis for...

NOMURA Holdings (TSE:9716) has reported its FY 2026 fourth quarter revenue at ¥41,463 million and basic EPS at ¥23.42, while trailing twelve month EPS is ¥81.86 on revenue of ¥162,679 million and net income of ¥9,134 million. The company’s quarterly revenue moved from ¥56,022 million in Q4 FY 2025 to ¥41,463 million in Q4 FY 2026, with basic EPS changing from ¥40.54 to ¥23.42 over the same period. This provides a backdrop for investors to weigh stronger full year earnings alongside how...

Money Forward, Inc. recently held board meetings to consider introducing a shareholder benefit program and issuing new shares as restricted stock compensation, alongside reporting its Q1 2026 results and hosting an earnings call on April 14, 2026. This combination of governance decisions and earnings disclosure highlights how Money Forward is using both capital allocation tools and investor incentives to shape its shareholder relations approach. Next, we'll examine how the anticipated...

In April 2026, Daiichi Sankyo and Merck reported that the FDA accepted and granted Priority Review to their Biologics License Application for ifinatamab deruxtecan for adults with extensive-stage small cell lung cancer progressing after platinum-based chemotherapy, with an FDA action date set for October 10, 2026. This Priority Review, alongside Breakthrough Therapy Designation and inclusion in programs like Real-Time Oncology Review and Project Orbis, underscores regulatory momentum for...