Japanese Insurance Stock News

Aisin (TSE:7259) shares have shown resilience in recent trading, capturing the attention of investors watching Japan's auto components sector. With a solid track record over the past year, the company continues to generate steady interest. See our latest analysis for Aisin. Aisin’s share price has gained strong momentum recently, with a 6.25% rise over the last month and a substantial 23.12% share price return in the past 90 days. Over the longer term, the company’s 1-year total shareholder...

YONEX (TSE:7906) has delivered a strong stretch in the market, with shares gaining nearly 12% over the past year and more than tripling over the past 3 years. Investors are taking note of the company’s consistent growth story. See our latest analysis for YONEX. YONEX’s share price has maintained remarkable momentum due to improving performance and increased market attention, achieving a 1-year total shareholder return of 118% and a share price that has nearly doubled since January. While this...

Nippon Sanso Holdings (TSE:4091) declared a higher interim dividend and updated its year-end forecast, reaffirming its approach to stable shareholder returns and signaling confidence in ongoing financial performance. This move highlights a steady and investor-focused dividend policy. See our latest analysis for Nippon Sanso Holdings. Nippon Sanso Holdings has seen renewed interest from investors following the dividend announcement, but the share price momentum has faded in recent months. A...

Nomura Research Institute recently announced a second-quarter dividend of ¥35.00 per share, up from ¥29.00 a year ago, and provided full-year dividend guidance of ¥39.00 per share alongside detailed earnings forecasts for the year ending March 31, 2026. This dividend growth and clear earnings outlook highlight management’s confidence in future performance and enhance visibility for shareholders. We’ll explore how the company’s higher dividend and earnings guidance update could strengthen its...

HASEKO Corporation recently filed a shelf registration for notes in the principal amount of ¥60 billion, enabling future fundraising flexibility. Such a large-scale filing may prompt market participants to consider HASEKO’s potential capital allocation plans or upcoming strategic projects. We’ll explore how HASEKO’s substantial fundraising capacity might influence its investment narrative going forward. The latest GPUs need a type of rare earth metal called Neodymium and there are only 34...

On November 6, 2025, Daicel Corporation's Board of Directors announced a share repurchase program, authorizing the buyback of up to 11,000,000 shares, equivalent to 4.14% of its issued share capital, for a maximum total of ¥15,000 million by March 31, 2026. This move is part of Daicel's medium-term capital policy, aiming to enhance shareholder returns and promote more efficient use of capital. We'll explore how Daicel's substantial buyback initiative shapes the company's investment narrative...

OBIC Business Consultants (TSE:4733) just announced a hike in its second quarter dividend, raising it to ¥53 per share from ¥50 last year. This move signals the company’s continued focus on shareholder returns and financial strength. See our latest analysis for OBIC Business Consultants. The latest dividend increase adds to a year already marked by strong momentum, with the share price climbing over 29% year-to-date and a total shareholder return of nearly 23% over the past year. In addition,...

Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. recently announced a dividend of ¥53.00 per share for the fiscal year April 2025 to March 2026, along with guidance projecting net sales of ¥2.4 trillion and net income per share of ¥250.00 for the same period. These announcements give investors a clearer view of the company’s expected financial performance and upcoming capital returns. We'll explore how the visibility around Shin-Etsu Chemical’s dividend forecast may impact its broader investment...

Asahi Kasei Corporation announced a share repurchase program of up to 45 million shares for ¥40 billion, the inclusion of its key pharmaceutical product Nefecon in the global KDIGO 2025 guidelines for IgA Nephropathy, and a licensing agreement with EAS Batteries for advanced lithium-ion battery electrolyte technology. These developments reinforce Asahi Kasei’s commitment to shareholder returns and showcase its leadership in both healthcare and next-generation battery solutions. We’ll examine...

Nitto Boseki (TSE:3110) announced impressive first-half results along with a raised yearly outlook, underscoring the company’s operational momentum. Management highlighted growing demand and price strength for T-glass, which supported a positive shift in investor sentiment. See our latest analysis for Nitto Boseki. Nitto Boseki’s upgraded outlook and positive news on T-glass ignited major momentum, with the stock surging over 75% in the last three months and delivering a 55% total shareholder...

Nomura Holdings announced a dividend increase to ¥27 per share for shareholders of record as of September 30, with payment set for December 1, 2025, up from the previous year’s ¥23 per share dividend. This heightened payout reflects the firm's willingness to share a larger portion of profits with investors, potentially highlighting confidence in its current financial position or future prospects. We’ll explore how this dividend boost may influence views on Nomura’s earnings quality and...

Toray Industries (TSE:3402) has shown resilience in its recent stock performance, closing at ¥930.2. Over the past month, shares slipped about 5%, but its three-year return stands at an impressive 37%. See our latest analysis for Toray Industries. The past year has seen Toray Industries' share price drift lower, but its strong three-year total shareholder return of 37% tells a different story about long-term momentum. While short-term price dips can reflect shifting market sentiment around...

Nikon (TSE:7731) just cut its full-year guidance, pointing to likely sales declines in its Precision Equipment and Digital Manufacturing businesses, as well as expected headwinds from U.S. tariffs. The company had previously flagged some positive first-half effects, but management now sees a softer outlook ahead. See our latest analysis for Nikon. Nikon’s share price has slipped recently, with a 1-month share price return of -4.99% following the lowered guidance and signs of softness in key...

Kyoritsu Maintenance (TSE:9616) just released its earnings for the six months ending September, posting a 7% rise in net sales and a 6% uptick in operating profit compared to last year. See our latest analysis for Kyoritsu Maintenance. Kyoritsu Maintenance’s upbeat results come after a steady climb in total shareholder return, now up 21.1% over the past year. The latest six-month performance adds momentum. Even as the share price has been a little choppy in recent weeks, this suggests...

On October 30, 2025, MEITEC Group Holdings (TSE:9744) updated investors with a higher second quarter dividend, new annual dividend guidance, and its latest full-year earnings forecasts. These developments could potentially impact shareholder returns and expectations. See our latest analysis for MEITEC Group Holdings. MEITEC Group Holdings’ steady flow of announcements this year has kept investors engaged, and that has played out in the stock’s positive momentum. The company’s 1-year total...

Fujikura (TSE:5803) has drawn investor attention ahead of its November 7 board meeting, where the board is set to discuss key decisions on updating consolidated financial forecasts and reviewing year-end dividends. See our latest analysis for Fujikura. Fujikura’s share price has soared an extraordinary 211% so far this year, driven by strong market momentum and anticipation around key board decisions. After reaching an all-time high on news of a possible forecast revision and dividend review,...

Toyota Boshoku (TSE:3116) just released its earnings guidance for the year ending March 2026, providing projections for revenue, profits, and earnings per share. The company also confirmed an interim dividend for shareholders. See our latest analysis for Toyota Boshoku. Toyota Boshoku’s latest guidance and dividend confirmation have caught investors’ attention, as seen in its strong momentum this year. The share price is up nearly 15% since January, with a one-year total shareholder return of...

On November 6, 2025, Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha announced revised consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, alongside updated dividend policies including a lower ordinary dividend of ¥85.00 per share and a commemorative dividend of ¥25.00 per share. This combination of a regular dividend decrease and the introduction of a one-off commemorative dividend highlights the company’s intention to balance shareholder returns amid changing earnings...

Socionext (TSE:6526) shares have edged up slightly in recent trading, gaining around 2% over the past day. However, the stock remains lower compared to where it traded a month ago. Investors seem to be weighing sector outlook and recent earnings growth to assess its current valuation. See our latest analysis for Socionext. Socionext’s recent dip has grabbed attention, but it comes after a strong multi-year run. While the 1-year total shareholder return is down 9.8%, the longer-term 3-year...

ARE Holdings (TSE:5857) just gave investors a double boost, announcing increases to both its interim and full-year dividends along with a higher earnings forecast for the year ending March 2026. These moves signal growing confidence in its financial outlook. See our latest analysis for ARE Holdings. ARE Holdings’ latest moves come on the back of impressive momentum. After a 53.7% year-to-date share price return, recent dividend hikes and upgraded forecasts add fuel to the rally. Over the last...

On October 31, 2025, HOYA Corporation's board approved an interim dividend of ¥125.00 per share for shareholders of record as of September 30, 2025, a very large increase compared to the ¥45.00 per share paid the previous year, with payment scheduled for November 28, 2025. This substantial dividend increase highlights HOYA's capacity to return more capital to shareholders and signals management's confidence in its financial position. We now explore how this unusually large interim dividend,...

Fuji Corporation reported strong financial growth for the six months ending September 30, 2025, with net sales rising by 26.3% and profit attributable to shareholders up 72.2%. This robust performance highlights Fuji's operational efficiency and improved market positioning during the recent period. We will explore how Fuji’s exceptional profit growth this half-year influences the overall investment narrative for the company. Trump's oil boom is here - pipelines are primed to profit. Discover...

HORIBA (TSE:6856) has been attracting some attention, especially after its recent streak of steady gains over the past three months. Investors are now assessing what might be driving momentum and considering the valuation outlook as shares continue to move. See our latest analysis for HORIBA. HORIBA’s share price momentum is hard to ignore. After rallying 21.8% over the past 90 days and climbing nearly 50% year-to-date, there is a clear sense that investor sentiment is warming thanks to both...

JACCS Co., Ltd. recently reported a 1.4% increase in operating revenues for the six months ended September 30, 2025, while noting declines in several profit metrics but improved its equity-to-asset ratio and maintained a dividend forecast of 200 yen per share for the fiscal year ending March 2026. The company outperformed its earlier financial forecasts thanks to a faster-than-expected domestic credit market recovery and lower financial expenses influenced by stable policy interest...