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With inflation signals softening in key economies and central banks sounding more cautious, many investors are looking again at reliable income from dividends rather than chasing only price moves. The Dividend Powerhouses screener focuses on companies with yields above 5% that are covered by earnings, growing and relatively stable, which can be appealing when bond yields and policy expectations keep shifting. In this article, you will see three stocks from this high income screener that stand...

The International Atomic Energy Agency has again verified that ALPS treated water discharged from Fukushima by Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings (TSE:9501) complies with Japan’s tritium limits and international safety standards, keeping regulatory scrutiny firmly in focus. See our latest analysis for Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings. While the latest IAEA confirmation reinforces confidence around Fukushima water management, Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings’ share price tells a...

Dentsu Group has appointed Ajay Gupte as chief operating officer for South Asia, working alongside CEO Harsha Razdan to drive transformation, efficiency and a more agile, collaborative network across the region. By bringing in a leader with deep experience in media, digital transformation and large-scale business change, Dentsu is explicitly tying its South Asia operational overhaul to its broader Business to Business to Society model and client-centric growth ambitions. We’ll now examine...

COSMOS Pharmaceutical Corporation recently reported full-year results for the year ended May 31, 2026, with sales of ¥1,099,583 million, net income of ¥32,046 million, and basic earnings per share of ¥404.33, alongside an increased annual dividend of ¥44.50 per share for fiscal 2026. At the same time, the company outlined lower year-end dividend guidance of ¥42.00 per share and issued detailed earnings forecasts for fiscal 2027, giving investors clearer visibility into expected sales,...

SHIFT (TSE:3697) drew fresh attention after revising full year guidance, raising net sales expectations while cutting profit forecasts due to higher non operating expenses, and introducing a dividend outlook where none had been planned. See our latest analysis for SHIFT. The revised guidance and dividend move come after a sharp 1 day share price return of 9.36% and a 1 month share price return of 15.22%. However, the year to date share price return of SHIFT is still down 22.21%, and the 1...

In July 2026, The Monogatari Corporation reported past sales results for June, the fourth quarter, and the full year ended June 2026, showing slightly slower monthly and quarterly growth versus the prior year but a marginal uptick in full-year sales growth. This mix of short-term deceleration and steady full-year expansion gives investors a more nuanced view of how Monogatari’s restaurant network is evolving across different time horizons. Next, we will examine how this pattern of softer...

Tokyo Steel Manufacturing (TSE:5423) opened Q1 2027 with revenue of ¥72,927 million and basic EPS of ¥18.40, setting the tone for a period where trailing figures and recent quarters tell a mixed story on profitability. Over the last five reported quarters, revenue has moved between ¥60,032 million and ¥73,862 million while basic EPS has ranged from ¥8.19 to ¥47.11, giving investors a clear view of how earnings have tracked against a relatively tight revenue band. With trailing margins thinner...

As you might know, TKP Corporation ( TSE:3479 ) recently reported its quarterly numbers. It was a mildly positive...

Ichigo Inc. ( TSE:2337 ) shareholders are probably feeling a little disappointed, since its shares fell 2.7% to JP¥431...

Life Corporation reported past first-quarter results to May 31, 2026, with operating revenue up 3.2% to ¥223.30 billion, even as operating profit and profit attributable to owners declined 6.9% and 9.0% respectively, while maintaining full-year forecasts. Management also announced plans to lift the annual dividend to ¥70 per share, highlighting an emphasis on earnings resilience and shareholder returns despite softer quarterly profits. We will now examine how Life Corporation’s plan to raise...

Despite Japan Process Development Co., Ltd.'s ( TSE:9651 ) recent earnings report having lackluster headline numbers...

For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...

The recent earnings posted by Advan Group Co., Ltd. ( TSE:7463 ) were solid, but the stock didn't move as much as we...

Saizeriya Ltd (TSE:7581) has drawn fresh attention after its board met on July 15, 2026 to review dividend policy, followed by revised guidance lifting the planned fiscal 2026 dividend to ¥35 per share. See our latest analysis for SaizeriyaLtd. The revised dividend guidance has arrived alongside sharp share price momentum for Saizeriya Ltd, with a 1 month share price return of 47.57% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 53.28%. This suggests investors are reassessing both its income...

Verizon Business and KDDI (TSE:9433) are working with BMW Group to supply 5G standalone telematics connectivity for newly manufactured BMW and MINI vehicles in the U.S., integrating KDDI’s Global Communications Platform with Verizon’s network. See our latest analysis for KDDI. The recent 5G telematics deal with BMW comes as KDDI’s share price shows firm positive momentum, with a 30-day share price return of 5.62% and a 1-year total shareholder return of 20.12%. The 5-year total shareholder...

With inflation trends mixed, interest rates still in focus and energy markets unsettled, many investors are looking for companies that pair solid balance sheets with clear earnings growth potential. That is exactly what the Healthy high growth potential screener is designed to surface. It focuses on stocks where analysts expect strong earnings growth over the next 3 years and where financial foundations are described as acceptable. In this article, you will see 3 of the best stocks from this...

Sony Group recently announced it will end production of physical discs for all new PlayStation games from January 2028, shifting fully to digital downloads via the PlayStation Store and limiting access in 122 countries that lack digital support. This move highlights Sony’s push toward a fully digital gaming ecosystem, raising important questions about accessibility, resale value loss, and how players engage with its entertainment platform. We’ll now examine how Sony’s planned move to...

Why Yamato Holdings Stock Is Back on Governance Watchlists Yamato Holdings (TSE:9064) has put governance firmly in the spotlight after its board approved a new Corporate Value Enhancement Committee, a voluntary advisory body focused on maximizing corporate value. The committee, formed on July 16, 2026, sits alongside Yamato Holdings existing Nomination and Compensation Committee and Compliance and Risk Committee, giving investors another lens on how the board thinks about long term...

Asahi Group Holdings (TSE:2502) has come into focus after issuing consolidated earnings guidance for 2026 alongside updated year end dividend expectations, giving investors fresh detail on projected sales, profit and shareholder returns. See our latest analysis for Asahi Group Holdings. The latest guidance and dividend update come after a period where momentum in Asahi Group Holdings' share price has been mixed. A 5.77% 1 month share price return contrasts with a year to date share price...

Ferrotec stock performance overview Ferrotec (TSE:6890) has been on the radar for investors after a sharp 12.4% one day decline, extending its slide of about 22.9% over the past week and 25.7% over the past month. Despite this recent weakness, the stock remains higher over the past 3 months and has recorded gains year to date, over the past year, 3 years and 5 years. This invites closer attention to what might be priced in now. See our latest analysis for Ferrotec. The recent pullback in...

Global inflation is easing in several regions, rate expectations are shifting, and energy and commodity prices are still shaping costs for companies and consumers. In this kind of cross current, many investors are looking for stocks where growth expectations are supported not only by analysts but also by company insiders who keep meaningful stakes in their own businesses. This Fast Growing Stocks With High Insider Ownership screener focuses on exactly that combination, aiming to highlight...

Founder led companies can be a useful way to try to cut through today’s noisy mix of easing inflation signals, sensitive energy prices, and shifting interest rate expectations. When the person who built the business still sets the tone and holds a meaningful stake, incentives are often closely tied to long term outcomes rather than the next quarter. This article highlights three founder led stocks from our screener that stand out on this theme. It uses the current backdrop of changing yields,...

Hasbro’s new multi year licensing partnership with Nintendo (TSE:7974) around The Legend of Zelda, with products previewed at San Diego Comic Con 2026 and a 2027 rollout, is drawing fresh attention to Nintendo stock. See our latest analysis for Nintendo. Despite the Zelda licensing news lifting sentiment and a 1 day share price return of 3.02% to ¥7,294.0, Nintendo’s year to date share price return is down 31.51%, and its 1 year total shareholder return has declined 42.48%, even though the 5...

Why Activia Properties Guidance Matters For Income Focused Investors Activia Properties (TSE:3279) recently issued earnings and cash distribution guidance for the fiscal periods ending November 30, 2026 and May 31, 2027, giving investors clearer visibility on expected payouts and profitability. The company projects operating revenue of ¥18,434 million and profit of ¥8,633 million for November 2026, alongside an expected cash distribution of ¥3,278 per unit. For May 2027, guidance points to...