Japanese Insurance Stock News

TDK (TSE:6762) stock is back in focus after TDK Ventures backed Aston Power, a power delivery startup for AI and high performance computing data centers, highlighting TDK’s push into energy and AI infrastructure. See our latest analysis for TDK. Those AI and energy efforts are landing at a time when TDK’s ¥3,830 share price has been moving strongly, with a 30 day share price return of 28.63% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 151.51%. This suggests that momentum has been building over...

J.S.B.Co.Ltd (TSE:3480) has put up a punchy Q2 2026 print, with revenue of ¥29.1b and basic EPS of ¥297.64, set against trailing twelve month EPS growth of 14.1% and a 13.8% annualized earnings growth rate over five years. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥27.0b in Q2 2025 to ¥29.1b in Q2 2026, while basic EPS shifted from ¥267.87 to ¥297.64 over the same period, with trailing twelve month revenue at ¥79.6b and basic EPS at ¥315.17. For investors, the combination of higher...

Kobe Bussan (TSE:3038) has put solid numbers on the table for Q2 2026, with revenue of ¥144.6b and basic EPS of ¥47.75, set against a trailing twelve month picture where earnings grew 46% and net profit margin reached 6% from 4.4% a year earlier. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥139.9b in Q2 2025 to ¥144.6b in Q2 2026, while basic EPS over the same quarters went from ¥16.62 to ¥47.75, and trailing twelve month EPS stands at ¥153.90 on revenue of ¥565.6b. With earnings...

Kura Sushi (TSE:2695) opened Q2 2026 with revenue of ¥62.3 billion and net income of ¥759 million, set against a trailing twelve month EPS of ¥58.47 and net income of ¥3.49 billion that benefited from a sharp year over year earnings swing. The company has seen quarterly revenue move in a relatively tight band around the ¥59.1 billion to ¥64.1 billion range over the past six reporting periods. EPS has ranged from ¥1.82 to ¥18.95 per quarter, feeding into that higher trailing figure and helping...

Artificial intelligence in healthcare is moving from concept to real-world tools that help doctors read scans, tailor treatment plans, and run hospitals more efficiently. At the same time, central banks, inflation trends, and energy prices keep markets focused on quality growth stories. The Transformative AI Healthcare Stocks screener is designed to surface companies that sit at this intersection of medical needs and data-driven technology, where better diagnostics, research, and remote care...

Seven & i Holdings has announced an organizational overhaul, creating a new international business management office and international operations department to oversee markets outside Japan and North America, alongside several executive changes effective July 1. This restructuring highlights management’s effort to tighten global oversight and potentially sharpen execution in overseas convenience and retail operations. We’ll now examine how the new international business management office and...

Why the HORIBA stock story now starts with biopharma process control HORIBA (TSE:6856) has moved into focus after FUJIFILM announced a jointly developed inline Raman system that targets real-time control in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, with reported antibody yield gains of about 10% versus conventional methods. See our latest analysis for HORIBA. The FUJIFILM partnership arrives against a backdrop of strong momentum in HORIBA’s stock, with a 90 day share price return of 46.60% and a 1...

The Bank of Japan’s latest rate hike to about 1% has put funding costs, inflation risks and the yen back at the center of every Japan investor’s playbook. Higher rates and sticky price pressures can reward some business models and strain others, especially among large manufacturers with meaningful export activity. This article looks at three Japanese export oriented manufacturing stocks from our screener that appear closely exposed to these shifts, and explains how the new rate backdrop, bond...

Dividend Fortresses are built for investors who want income that can hold its ground while central banks, inflation trends and bond yields keep shifting. With oil prices, interest rate expectations and global trade flows all in focus, dependable 5%+ yields from resilient dividend payers can offer a different way to stay invested without relying solely on price moves. This screener filters for stocks that aim to combine high income potential with balance sheet strength and durability through...

AI Small Caps are catching fresh interest as central banks lean on data, bond markets re-price, and growth signals vary sharply from region to region. Instead of relying only on giants like Nvidia or Microsoft, many investors are looking at smaller AI-focused stocks that sit closer to early-stage advances in machine learning, automation, and data intelligence. This article walks through 3 examples from our AI Small Caps screener, explaining how each one fits into a world where inflation,...

Japan’s latest interest rate move, lifting the Bank of Japan’s main rate to 1% for the first time since 1995, is reshaping the risk and return trade‑offs across the country’s financial sector. Higher borrowing costs, a pressured yen and rising energy driven inflation are all feeding into how investors think about Japanese financial stocks. This article highlights 3 Japanese Financial Sector Stocks screener picks that are closely exposed to the news, explaining why some investors see them as...

When inflation, interest rates and energy costs keep shifting, big funds often crowd into the same large caps and overlook smaller companies with strong balance sheets and proven business models. That is where the High-Quality Undiscovered Gems screener comes in, focusing on small caps with solid fundamentals that many institutions have yet to seriously research. For investors looking for quality first rather than hype, this theme can be a way to find potential future leaders before they are...

As global markets navigate a landscape marked by cautious optimism around geopolitical developments and fluctuating energy prices, investors are keeping a close eye on inflation trends and central bank actions. Amidst this backdrop, dividend stocks can offer stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for those seeking to balance growth with regular returns in today's dynamic environment.

Citizen Watch (TSE:7762) has drawn fresh attention with the launch of its first Disney Moana themed timepiece, a limited-edition Eco-Drive model positioned at the intersection of character collectibles and branded watchmaking. See our latest analysis for Citizen Watch. At a share price of ¥2,347.0, Citizen Watch has seen strong momentum, with an 82.50% year to date share price return and a very large 5 year total shareholder return of 587.91%. This suggests investors are reacting positively...

Chiyoda (TSE:6366) is back on investor radars after recent share price moves. This is prompting a closer look at how its engineering focused business, returns profile, and current valuation metrics line up today. See our latest analysis for Chiyoda. At the current share price of ¥762.0, Chiyoda has experienced short term share price weakness, including a 90 day share price return that declined 37.95%. However, the 1 year total shareholder return is 114.04%, which points to strong longer term...

Japan’s latest rate hike to 1% has pushed the country into a new chapter for interest rates, the yen and financial stocks. For investors watching Japanese financial sector stocks, this shift may open fresh opportunities as well as fresh risks. This article looks at three Japanese financial stocks from a screener focused on companies with stronger balance sheets and healthier profiles, all exposed to the Bank of Japan’s policy change and related currency and bond market moves. You will see how...

Recent commentary on Sumitomo Electric Industries highlights growing investor attention on its automotive components and electrification technologies, supported by valuation analyses such as discounted cash flow and price-to-earnings comparisons conducted before today. An interesting aspect is that these assessments suggest the shares are trading close to estimated intrinsic value while still appearing slightly undervalued against industry peers, which helps explain why sentiment around its...

With inflation, interest rates and growth signals pulling markets in different directions, many investors are looking for solid companies that still trade at sensible prices. That is where the High Quality Undervalued Stocks screener comes in. It focuses on businesses with healthy cash flows and balance sheets that the market has not fully recognised. In the following sections, the article highlights 3 of the best stocks from this screener, explaining why each one stands out, how it fits this...

Kanamoto Co.,Ltd. ( TSE:9678 ) recently posted some strong earnings, and the market responded positively. We did some...

Nuclear energy stocks are back in focus as investors weigh inflation swings, rate decisions and uneven growth across major economies. With policy paths diverging, funding costs and commodity prices remain moving targets, and that keeps reliable power generation firmly on the radar. The Nuclear Energy Stocks screener helps you cut through noise by highlighting companies across uranium supply, fuel services and reactor operations that are directly tied to this theme of steady, large scale...

The Bank of Japan’s latest rate hike to 1% has shifted the ground for income investors, especially anyone focused on Japanese dividend stocks. Higher rates can change how investors weigh cash in the bank against equity income, and they can influence which companies are better placed to handle a gradually tighter money backdrop. This article looks at three stocks from a Japanese Dividend-Paying Stocks screener that are exposed to this rate move. It highlights where the current backdrop may...

Casio Computer Ltd (TSE:6952) has drawn fresh investor attention after unveiling the GWR-B3000, a GRAVITYMASTER G-SHOCK model featuring a newly developed movement, advanced shock and magnetic response functions, and AI-informed structural design. See our latest analysis for Casio ComputerLtd. For context, Casio ComputerLtd’s share price has shown strong momentum recently, with a 30-day share price return of 8.21%, a 90-day share price return of 23.10%, and a 1-year total shareholder return of...

As global markets navigate a landscape marked by geopolitical tensions and fluctuating inflation rates, Asia's economic resilience continues to capture investor interest. In this environment, dividend stocks in the region offer an appealing prospect for those seeking steady income streams, particularly as they can provide stability amid market volatility.

As Asian markets navigate a complex landscape marked by geopolitical tensions and economic shifts, investors are increasingly focused on identifying opportunities within this evolving environment. In this context, stocks that may be trading below their estimated value present intriguing possibilities for those looking to capitalize on potential market inefficiencies.