Japanese Insurance Stock News

Shin-Etsu Chemical (TSE:4063) has opened Q1 2027 with revenue of ¥662.4 billion and basic EPS of ¥70.39, setting the tone for how investors assess both growth and profitability this year. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥628.5 billion in Q1 2026 to ¥662.4 billion in Q1 2027, while basic EPS shifted from ¥66.47 to ¥70.39 over the same period. This gives investors a clear view of how the top line and per share earnings are tracking into the new fiscal year. With trailing net...

Higashi Holdings (TSE:9029) opened Q1 2027 with revenue of ¥15.2 billion and net income of ¥628 million, translating into basic EPS of ¥48.03, alongside trailing twelve month EPS of ¥208.35 on revenue of ¥60.2 billion and net income of ¥2.7 billion that was reported as 35.6% earnings growth over the past year. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move from ¥13.0 billion in Q1 2026 to ¥15.2 billion in Q1 2027, while quarterly EPS shifted from ¥38.85 to ¥48.03 as trailing net...

Nuclear energy stocks sit at the crossroads of energy security, inflation sensitive power costs, and long dated infrastructure spending. With geopolitical risks influencing energy prices and central banks weighing policy moves, investors are paying closer attention to assets tied to reliable power generation. The Nuclear Energy Stocks screener helps you focus on companies involved in uranium supply, fuel processing, and reactor operations, without needing to sort through the entire market...

Chugai Ro (TSE:1964) opened Q1 2027 with revenue of ¥6,119 million and a small net loss of ¥74 million, equating to basic EPS of ¥10.41. This sets a more subdued tone after a strong run of trailing results. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move from ¥13,548 million in Q4 2026 and ¥9,015 million in Q3 2026, while trailing 12 month EPS stands at ¥539.66 on net income of ¥3,890 million. This gives investors a mix of solid recent earnings power and a softer latest quarter to...

Fast growing stocks with high insider ownership can offer an appealing blend of confidence and potential, especially when global headlines are full of energy price swings, shifting interest rate expectations, and uneven growth across regions. When management and key insiders hold sizable stakes, their interests are closely aligned with yours, which can matter a lot as inflation, tariffs, and housing trends keep markets on edge. This article highlights 3 stocks from the Fast Growing Stocks...

Sony Group stock has delivered a solid 62.2% return over the past five years. However, current valuation work now points to shares trading below an estimate of intrinsic value based on a Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) model and market multiples. Over five years, Sony Group has returned 62.2%, which suggests long term holders have been rewarded even though shorter term performance has been weaker. Expectations for ongoing cash generation from entertainment, electronics and gaming may support the...

Central Japan Railway Company has completed the share repurchase program it announced on April 28, 2026, buying back 5,791,900 shares for ¥19,999.75 million and closing the plan on July 21, 2026. The company plans to cancel these treasury shares on August 31, 2026, slightly reducing its share count and underscoring management’s confidence in the business. We’ll now examine how the completion and planned cancellation of this buyback program shapes Central Japan Railway’s broader investment...

With markets reacting to geopolitical tension, shifting rate expectations and mixed growth signals, some investors are looking beyond headlines to focus on what companies actually generate in cash. The Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener does exactly that, highlighting stocks where SWS DCF valuation points to a meaningful gap between price and underlying cash potential. That can be especially useful when inflation, energy prices and policy uncertainty keep sentiment jumpy. In this...

SHIFT Inc. recently reported results for the nine months ended May 31, 2026, showing sales of ¥115,848 million versus ¥95,412 million a year earlier, but net income decreased to ¥3,979 million from ¥6,277 million and earnings per share also fell. At the same time, SHIFT raised its full-year sales forecast while cutting its profit outlook due to higher non-operating expenses, and introduced a first-ever dividend forecast of ¥4.10 per share for the year ending August 31, 2026. Against this...

In July 2026, Takeda presented new Phase 3 data showing its oral TYK2 inhibitor zasocitinib improved skin clearance in adults with moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis, including hard-to-treat areas like the scalp, nails, palms and soles. By highlighting high response rates in these high-impact sites while minimizing interaction with other JAK family members, zasocitinib underscores Takeda’s push to differentiate in immunology with targeted, oral therapies. With zasocitinib’s Phase 3 results...

Japan’s latest inflation data, with core prices at 1.6% and underlying inflation at 1.7%, has put interest rates and the yen back at the center of the investment conversation. If the Bank of Japan continues to lift rates, some parts of the Japanese financial sector could see their earnings mix change, funding costs reset and balance sheet risks reshaped. This article looks at how that backdrop links to three large financial stocks from our Japanese Financial Sector Stocks screener, all of...

Nippon Prologis REIT recently reported full-year results for the year ended May 31, 2026, issued earnings forecasts through May 2027, and proposed amendments to its Articles of Incorporation for approval at the August 27, 2026 unit holders’ meeting. Management also signaled an ongoing focus on disciplined, cap rate-driven acquisitions, moderate leverage use capped around 35% appraisal LTV, and higher capital efficiency via an AFFO payout ratio targeted near 85%. We’ll now examine how this...

ORIX stock has delivered a very strong 309.8% return over the past five years, yet the current valuation checks suggest the market price may still sit well below an intrinsic value estimate based on the Excess Returns model and supported by earnings multiples. Over five years, ORIX has returned 309.8%, which puts the recent share price level in sharp focus for anyone wondering how much of the story is already reflected in the valuation. The key support for the current valuation is that ORIX...

With inflation, energy prices and interest rate expectations all in focus, many investors are looking for income streams that feel steadier than the latest headline. That is where Dividend Powerhouses with yields above 5% and covered, growing payouts can help provide a clearer framework for building a portfolio around regular cash returns. This article explains how this screener filters for companies that combine higher yields with dividend stability. It then highlights 3 of the stocks from...

With inflation, energy prices and tariff headlines all competing for attention, it is easy to lose sight of a simple idea: solid balance sheets and quality fundamentals can help you stay focused on the underlying businesses rather than the noise. This Solid Balance Sheet and Fundamentals screener highlights companies with higher return on equity, a track record of past performance and cleaner finances at a time when global growth signals are mixed and policy paths differ across regions. In...

Why OBIC Business Consultants' Latest Earnings Matter OBIC Business Consultants (TSE:4733) reported first quarter results to June 30, 2026, with sales of ¥13,831.75 million, net income of ¥4,877.85 million, and basic EPS of ¥64.89 from continuing operations. See our latest analysis for OBIC Business Consultants. The latest earnings release appears to have shifted sentiment around OBIC Business Consultants. The share price is at ¥7,638, with a 1 month share price return of 31.87%. However, the...

Shareholders of Insource Co., Ltd. ( TSE:6200 ) will be pleased this week, given that the stock price is up 16% to...

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Kurogane Kosakusho Ltd.'s ( TSE:7997 ) healthy profit numbers didn't contain any surprises for investors. However the...

While Hoden Seimitsu Kako Kenkyusho Co., Ltd. ( TSE:6469 ) might not have the largest market cap around , it saw a...

Investors were disappointed with Kawasaki Geological Engineering Co., Ltd.'s ( TSE:4673 ) earnings, despite the strong...

Despite posting some strong earnings, the market for Sakata Seed Corporation's ( TSE:1377 ) stock hasn't moved much...

Nitto Boseki Co., Ltd. ( TSE:3110 ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw significant share price movement during...