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TSE:6723
TSE:6723Semiconductor

Is Renesas Electronics (TSE:6723) Cheap On Its GaN Patent Lawsuit Risk?

Patent lawsuit puts Renesas Electronics stock under legal spotlight Navitas Semiconductor has filed a patent infringement lawsuit in the United States targeting Renesas Electronics (TSE:6723) and its gallium nitride power semiconductor product lines. The case raises legal and financial questions for investors following the stock. See our latest analysis for Renesas Electronics. Against the backdrop of strong reported earnings and new DDR5 MRDIMM product announcements in late July, Renesas...
TSE:9041
TSE:9041Transportation

Kintetsu Group HoldingsLtd (TSE:9041) Reports Higher First Quarter Profit, Is The Valuation Already Full?

Kintetsu Group HoldingsLtd (TSE:9041) recently released first quarter results for the period ended June 30, 2026, with both sales and net income higher than a year earlier. This earnings update provides fresh context for the stock. See our latest analysis for Kintetsu Group HoldingsLtd. The latest earnings news lands after a steady share price recovery, with Kintetsu Group HoldingsLtd delivering a 16.37% year to date share price return and a 22.33% total shareholder return over the past year...
TSE:4046
TSE:4046Chemicals

Osaka Soda (TSE:4046) Shares Just Climbed, So What Is Behind The Move?

Why Osaka Soda Stock Is Back in Focus After First Quarter Earnings Osaka Soda (TSE:4046) is drawing attention after reporting first quarter results for the period ended June 30, 2026, with sales of ¥28,749 million and net income of ¥4,947 million. Basic earnings per share from continuing operations for the quarter came in at ¥40.49. Investors who follow Osaka Soda now have fresh financial data to compare with the same period a year earlier. See our latest analysis for Osaka Soda. Osaka Soda's...
TSE:6588
TSE:6588Tech

Toshiba Tec (TSE:6588) Is Up 12.0% After Swinging Back To Profitability In Q1 2026

Toshiba Tec Corporation recently reported results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2026, with sales rising to ¥148,894 million from ¥121,367 million a year earlier and net income improving to ¥2,010 million from a net loss of ¥4,987 million. This shift from a loss to positive earnings, with basic earnings per share moving from a loss of ¥94.18 to ¥37.94, marks a clear earnings turnaround for the company. With this earnings recovery and return to profitability, we will examine how Toshiba...
TSE:6753
TSE:6753Consumer Durables

Sharp (TSE:6753) Q1 Earnings Put Its Pricey Valuation Back In Focus

Sharp (TSE:6753) just held its Q1 2027 earnings call on 7 August 2026, giving investors fresh information on recent performance and management commentary that can influence how the stock is assessed. See our latest analysis for Sharp. Following the Q1 2027 earnings call and the board meeting on 7 August 2026 about reorganising wholly owned subsidiaries, Sharp's 1 day share price return of 1.10% and 90 day share price return of 9.65% sit against a year to date share price decline of 18.26% and...
TSE:6501
TSE:6501Industrials

Hitachi Stock And 2 Japanese Nuclear Energy Picks For AI Infrastructure

Oil prices sit in the spotlight again, feeding inflation worries and lifting bond yields. That puts reliable, low carbon power like nuclear energy back on the radar for investors who want exposure to essential energy sources that do not depend on fossil fuel markets. This article walks through 3 stocks from the Nuclear Energy Stocks screener that offer different ways to tap into that theme. The three stocks below are just a sample from this nuclear energy theme, and the full screen surfaced...
TSE:4183
TSE:4183Chemicals

Mitsui Chemicals (TSE:4183) Is Up 5.7% After Cutting Interim Dividend Guidance Is Earnings Quality Improving?

Mitsui Chemicals recently issued earnings guidance for the first half of fiscal 2027, projecting sales revenue of ¥957.0 billion, operating income of ¥66.0 billion, and basic earnings per share of ¥94.05, while also forecasting a second-quarter dividend of ¥37.50 per share, down from ¥75.00 a year earlier. The combination of lower interim dividends and detailed profit guidance gives investors clearer visibility on how the company is balancing cash returns with its operational outlook. We’ll...
TSE:6988
TSE:6988Chemicals

Nitto Denko (TSE:6988) Lifts Guidance, Is The Stock Undervalued?

Raised guidance puts Nitto Denko in focus Nitto Denko (TSE:6988) raised its earnings guidance for the first half of fiscal 2026 and the full year, pointing to stronger demand across key electronics materials and support from a weaker yen. The new forecast includes projected first half revenue of ¥564,000 million and net profit of ¥76,000 million. For the full year to March 2027, the company now guides to revenue of ¥1,110,000 million and net profit of ¥142,000 million. See our latest analysis...
TSE:8022
TSE:8022Leisure

Mizuno (TSE:8022) Is Up 16.8% After Strong Q1 EPS Growth Signals Improved Efficiency

Mizuno Corporation has already reported first-quarter 2026 results, with sales rising to ¥71,505 million from ¥63,528 million and net income increasing to ¥6,028 million from ¥4,880 million a year earlier, lifting basic earnings per share from continuing operations to ¥79.28 from ¥63.6. The simultaneous growth in sales and earnings highlights improved operational efficiency, with higher profitability per share reinforcing the quality of this earnings performance. We will now examine how...
TSE:4704
TSE:4704Software

AI Stocks With Profits and Reasonable P E Ratios in Japan

Energy and oil price risks are keeping inflation in focus for central banks, which keeps money tight and investors picky. That is pushing more attention toward companies linked to artificial intelligence, where many see clearer growth stories than in broader markets. This article walks through 3 stocks from our AI Stocks screener that are closely tied to the ChatGPT and AI build out and explains what sets each apart. The 3 stocks below are just a starting sample, and the full screen surfaced...
TSE:2181
TSE:2181Professional Services

Persol HoldingsLtd (TSE:2181) Posts Solid First Quarter Growth, Is It Still Undervalued?

Persol HoldingsLtd (TSE:2181) is back in focus after its board met on August 7, 2026, to consider a disposal of treasury shares via third party allotment, alongside first quarter earnings. See our latest analysis for Persol HoldingsLtd. The latest board meeting and first quarter update come after a period of mixed performance for Persol HoldingsLtd, with the 90 day share price return of 19.88% and a 1 year total shareholder return that declined 3.22%. Recent gains, including a 7.18% 1 day and...
TSE:9336
TSE:9336Commercial Services

Is Daiei Kankyo (TSE:9336) Undervalued After Strong First Quarter Earnings?

Why Daiei Kankyo’s Latest Earnings Matter For Investors Daiei Kankyo (TSE:9336) has drawn fresh attention after reporting first quarter earnings for the period ended June 30, 2026, with sales, net income, and basic earnings per share all higher than a year earlier. See our latest analysis for Daiei Kankyo. Despite the strong first quarter numbers, Daiei Kankyo’s recent share price performance has been mixed, with a 7 day share price return of 2.9% and a 30 day share price decline of 4.9%...
TSE:4114
TSE:4114Chemicals

Nippon Shokubai (TSE:4114) Posted Strong First Quarter Results, Is The Stock Now Expensive?

Why Nippon Shokubai’s Latest Earnings Matter For Investors Nippon Shokubai (TSE:4114) drew fresh attention after reporting first quarter earnings on 7 August 2026, with sales of ¥121,318 million and net income of ¥10,378 million, both higher than a year earlier. See our latest analysis for Nippon Shokubai. The upbeat first quarter result has coincided with strong recent momentum in Nippon Shokubai’s stock, with a 30-day share price return of 25.27% and a 1-year total shareholder return of...
TSE:6752
TSE:6752Consumer Durables

Should Panasonic’s Upgraded Outlook and Technics SL‑1200 Push Reframe Its Brand Narrative for Investors (TSE:6752)?

Panasonic Holdings’ Technics brand recently streamed a free, all‑vinyl DJ set by ¥ØU$UK€ ¥UK1MAT$U from Tokyo Tower on Resident Advisor’s YouTube channel, marking the upcoming 55th anniversary of the SL‑1200 turntable series and celebrating its long-running role in global DJ and vinyl culture. Alongside this cultural milestone, Panasonic has also reported higher first-quarter earnings and raised full-year guidance, highlighting how its legacy audio brand and core businesses are both...
TSE:5713
TSE:5713Metals and Mining

Sumitomo Metal Mining (TSE:5713) Is Up 26.4% After Raising FY2027 Earnings Guidance - What's Changed

On August 10, 2026, Sumitomo Metal Mining revised its fiscal year ending March 31, 2027 consolidated earnings guidance, lifting expected net sales to ¥2.07 trillion and profit attributable to owners of parent to ¥216.00 billion, and also held its Q1 2027 earnings call. The guidance revision was driven by stronger-than-expected first-quarter results and a review of production and sales plans amid recent movements in non-ferrous metal prices and exchange rates. With this higher full-year...
TSE:2296
TSE:2296Food

3 Reasons Itoham Yonekyu Holdings (TSE:2296) Valuation Is In Focus On New Guidance

How the new guidance and quarterly results frame Itoham Yonekyu Holdings stock Itoham Yonekyu Holdings (TSE:2296) has just paired fresh full year and second quarter earnings guidance with its first quarter results. This provides new reference points for assessing the stock in August 2026. The company now projects cumulative second quarter net sales of ¥510,000 million, operating profit of ¥13,800 million and profit attributable to owners of parent of ¥9,500 million, with profit per share at...
TSE:3167
TSE:3167Industrials

TOKAI Holdings (TSE:3167) Following Buyback And Dividend Update Looks Cheap On Cash Flow

TOKAI Holdings (TSE:3167) has drawn fresh attention after announcing a share repurchase program of up to 5,000,000 shares for ¥5,000 million, alongside updated dividend guidance and first quarter fiscal 2027 results. See our latest analysis for TOKAI Holdings. The buyback and dividend guidance sit against a backdrop of firm momentum in TOKAI Holdings, with a 7.6% 30 day share price return and a 63.8% five year total shareholder return pointing to interest that has built over time rather than...
TSE:5857
TSE:5857Metals and Mining

ARE Holdings (TSE:5857) Is Up 18.9% After Raising Earnings And Dividend Guidance - What's Changed

ARE Holdings, Inc. recently reported first-quarter 2026 results showing sales of ¥197,177 million and net income of ¥8,612 million, alongside issuing revenue and profit guidance for the six months to September 30, 2026 and the year to March 31, 2027. The company also raised its dividend guidance for both the second quarter and the full 2026–2027 fiscal year, underlining management’s willingness to return more cash to shareholders as earnings improve. With stronger earnings and a higher...
TSE:4483
TSE:4483Healthcare Services

JMDC (TSE:4483) Is Up 14.3% After Raising Visibility With New Earnings Guidance - What's Changed

JMDC Inc. recently reported first-quarter 2026 results, with sales rising to ¥12,605 million and net income reaching ¥1,131 million, and issued consolidated earnings guidance for the six months to September 30, 2026 and the fiscal year to March 31, 2027, including expected full-year revenue of ¥60,500 million and operating profit of ¥11,500 million. The guidance, which also includes projected full-year profit attributable to owners of ¥7,100 million or ¥108.19 per basic share, underscores...
TSE:7272
TSE:7272Auto

Yamaha Motor (TSE:7272) Is Up 44.2% After Raising Guidance And Restructuring Outdoor Vehicles - What's Changed

In August 2026, Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. reported half-year sales of ¥1,497,989 million and net income of ¥113,900 million, maintained an interim dividend of ¥25.00 per share, raised its full-year 2026 earnings guidance, and approved structural reforms to its Outdoor Land Vehicle business. The decision to discontinue in-house Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle production in the U.S. and shift to an OEM-based collaborative model marks a significant effort to reshape the Outdoor Land Vehicle...
TSE:2327
TSE:2327IT

NS Solutions (TSE:2327) Could Be 4% Undervalued Following Its Guidance Upgrade

Guidance upgrade puts NS Solutions in focus NS Solutions (TSE:2327) raised its earnings guidance on 30 July 2026, with higher forecasts for revenue and profit for both the first half and full year, which has drawn fresh attention to the stock. See our latest analysis for NS Solutions. The latest guidance upgrade comes after a period where NS Solutions has seen short term share price momentum pick up, with a 7 day share price return of 2.82% and a 3 month share price return of 3.29%. Over...
TSE:7752
TSE:7752Tech

Why Ricoh Company (TSE:7752) Is Getting Attention Today

Ricoh Company (TSE:7752) shares moved after the company issued fresh earnings guidance and outlined higher interim and year-end dividend forecasts, giving investors updated clues on expected profits and shareholder returns. See our latest analysis for Ricoh Company. The guidance update appears to have come against a constructive backdrop for Ricoh Company shares, with a 30 day share price return of 9.55% and a 90 day share price return of 19.19%. Over the longer term, momentum has been...
TSE:5802
TSE:5802Auto Components

How Investors May Respond To Sumitomo Electric Industries (TSE:5802) Strong Q1 Profits And Lower Dividend Guidance

In past announcements for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027, Sumitomo Electric Industries updated its earnings guidance and reported higher first-quarter sales of ¥1,330,591 million and net income of ¥66,414 million, while also guiding to sharply lower interim and year-end dividends versus the previous year. The combination of stronger profitability and reduced dividend payouts highlights a shift in how the company is balancing reinvestment needs with cash returns to...
TSE:4680
TSE:4680Hospitality

Round One (TSE:4680) Reports Strong Sales Growth, Is The Stock Still A Bargain?

Round One (TSE:4680) stock is in focus after the company reported first quarter 2026 earnings on 10 August, with higher year over year sales and broadly stable net income and earnings per share. See our latest analysis for Round One. Round One's latest results come on the back of a strong run in the share price, with a 7 day share price return of 13.0% and a 90 day share price return of 58.46%. This is despite the 1 year total shareholder return declining 8.40%, while the 3 year total...