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TSE:6971
TSE:6971Electronic

Will Activist-Backed Buyback Push and Equity Awards Debate Change Kyocera's (TSE:6971) Narrative

In June 2026, Kyocera’s annual general meeting became a focal point after Oasis Management, backed by ISS and Glass Lewis, urged shareholders to oppose Chairman Goro Yamaguchi’s reappointment and support a JPY350 billion share buyback, while the board convened to consider issuing restricted stock to directors and executive officers. This unusual combination of activist pressure for governance overhaul and capital returns, alongside proposed equity awards for leadership, highlights a tension...
TSE:6594
TSE:6594Electrical

Does Nidec’s (TSE:6594) Governance Overhaul Reframe Its Long‑Term Risk Profile for Investors?

Nidec Corporation’s board meeting on June 29, 2026, considered applying for an extension to the filing deadline of its Annual Securities Report for the 53rd fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, while earlier in June the company overhauled its governance structure by appointing Independent Outside Director Soichiro Sakuma as Chair of the Board. By shifting key board, nomination, remuneration, and sustainability roles to independent outside directors with deep governance and capital-markets...
TSE:4385
TSE:4385Multiline Retail

How Investors May Respond To Mercari (TSE:4385) Launching a Dedicated Japan-to-US Cross-Border App

In June 2026, Mercari Japan launched a standalone Mercari Japan app in the U.S., giving American shoppers a dedicated cross-border platform to buy authentic and rare Japanese items with real-time translation, USD payments, shipping protection, and in-app tracking. By phasing out the Mercari x Japan feature and routing cross-border demand through a separate app, Mercari Japan is testing whether a focused experience can deepen engagement in high-interest categories such as collectibles and...
TSE:4543
TSE:4543Medical Equipment

Terumo (TSE:4543) Could Be 22% Below Fair Value As OPUSWAVE Reaches US Milestone

Terumo (TSE:4543) is back in focus after its Terumo Interventional Systems division completed the first U.S. procedure using the OPUSWAVE Dual Sensor Imaging System at Mount Sinai Fuster Heart Hospital. See our latest analysis for Terumo. Terumo’s ¥2,246.5 share price comes after a mixed spell, with a 6.57% 90 day share price return but a 30 day share price return that declined 6.43%, while the 1 year total shareholder return is down 14.1%. This suggests recent excitement around OPUSWAVE sits...
TSE:3466
TSE:3466Industrial REITs

Is LaSalle LOGIPORT REIT (TSE:3466) Fully Valued Following Its Key Tenant Exit News?

LaSalle LOGIPORT REIT (TSE:3466) has signaled a future shift in its portfolio after confirming that the sole tenant of LOGIPORT Kashiwa Shonan will vacate at lease expiry in April 2027. See our latest analysis for LaSalle LOGIPORT REIT. At a share price of ¥147,400, LaSalle LOGIPORT REIT has seen its 7 day share price return rise 3.73%, while its year to date share price return is down 7.12%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 11.54% points to steadier longer term momentum despite recent...
TSE:6103
TSE:6103Machinery

Okuma (TSE:6103) Gains Valuation Attention, Is The Upside Already Priced In?

Okuma (TSE:6103) drew investor attention after its recent share price move, with the stock closing at ¥4,540 and showing double digit total returns over the past year and over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Okuma. Okuma’s recent share price momentum, including a 1 day share price return of 1.68% and a 30 day share price return of 11.27%, sits alongside a 1 year total shareholder return of 27.24%. This points to strengthening sentiment rather than a short lived bounce. If you...
TSE:6758
TSE:6758Consumer Durables

Sony Stock And 2 Consumer Electronics Names Facing AI Cost Pressure

The AI boom is rippling through consumer electronics, with prices for imported capital goods including chips up 5.6% in May and the producer price index for electronics jumping 27%. At the same time, consumer tech giants like Apple and Microsoft are lifting price tags on major products, while construction wages tied to data center build outs are up 4.3% year on year. For investors, this mix of higher input costs and pricing power can create both pressure and opportunity. This article walks...
TSE:6383
TSE:6383Machinery

Japan Steel Works Stock And 2 Japanese Manufacturers Built For Trade Tensions

Trade tensions between China and Japan have moved up a gear, and that matters if you own or are considering Japanese stocks exposed to this news. With new Chinese export controls and watchlists affecting Japanese defense, technology, and industrial groups, investors are rethinking which companies might face pressure and which could stand to benefit. This article focuses on Japanese Domestic Manufacturing stocks with stronger ties to operations at home and will walk through 3 stocks exposed to...
TSE:6367
TSE:6367Building

Daikin IndustriesLtd (TSE:6367) Opens India R And D Hub, Is The Valuation Already Full?

Daikin IndustriesLtd (TSE:6367) is in focus after its board approved the creation of Daikin Research and Development India Private Limited in Haryana, establishing a new R&D hub for Global South HVAC products. See our latest analysis for Daikin IndustriesLtd. Alongside the decision to build an R&D center in India, Daikin IndustriesLtd’s recent share price momentum has been strong, with a 30.88% three-month share price return and a 46.33% one-year total shareholder return from a latest share...
TSE:3661
TSE:3661Software

Global Dividend Stocks Spotlight Featuring Three Top Picks

In a global market characterized by mixed performances across major indices and rising inflation, investors are keenly observing how different sectors respond to economic shifts. As large-cap technology stocks face renewed pressure, dividend stocks offer a potential avenue for stability and income in uncertain times. A good dividend stock typically combines consistent payouts with solid financial health, making it an attractive option for those seeking steady returns amidst fluctuating market...
TSE:2593
TSE:2593Beverage

Is Ito En (TSE:2593) Fully Priced After Its Recent Share Price Rebound?

Recent Returns Put Ito En Stock Under the Microscope Ito En (TSE:2593) has recently drawn attention after the stock logged a 2.2% gain over the past day and a 4.9% rise over the past week, in contrast with weaker longer term returns. See our latest analysis for Ito En. Against this short burst of buying interest, Ito En’s 30 day share price return is down 3.7% and the year to date share price return is down 4.8%, while the 1 year total shareholder return is down 9.2%. This points to recent...
TSE:6622
TSE:6622Electrical

DAIHEN (TSE:6622) Runs Ahead On Strong Returns, Is The Stock Too Expensive?

Recent Price Performance and Business Context DAIHEN (TSE:6622) has attracted attention after a mixed short term share performance, with the stock down 3.3% on the day but higher over the past week, month and past 3 months. Against this backdrop, investors are assessing DAIHEN’s ¥432.2b market value alongside its role in transformers, welding equipment, industrial robots and power solutions, as well as its latest reported revenue and net income figures. See our latest analysis for...
TSE:7226
TSE:7226Machinery

Asian Market Value Picks: 3 Stocks That May Be Trading Below Their Estimated Worth

As global markets navigate a complex landscape with mixed performances across major indices, Asian equities have also experienced fluctuations, particularly influenced by the recent sell-off in technology shares. Amidst this volatility, discerning investors may find opportunities in stocks that are trading below their estimated worth, offering potential value based on current market conditions and economic indicators. In such an environment, identifying undervalued stocks involves looking for...
TSE:2222
TSE:2222Food

Asian Growth Companies With High Insider Ownership June 2026

As global markets navigate through mixed performances and economic fluctuations, the Asian market remains a focal point for investors seeking growth opportunities amidst technological advancements and shifting fiscal policies. In this context, companies with high insider ownership often attract attention as they can indicate strong confidence from those closest to the business, potentially aligning management's interests with those of shareholders.
TSE:7552
TSE:7552Retail Distributors

3 Asian Dividend Stocks With Up To 3.9% Yield For Your Portfolio

Amid a global technology sell-off and mixed performance across major Asian markets, investors are increasingly looking toward dividend stocks as a potential source of stability and income in their portfolios. In the current environment, characterized by volatility and economic uncertainty, selecting stocks with strong dividend yields can offer a reliable income stream while potentially mitigating some market risks.
TSE:7409
TSE:7409Aerospace & Defense

Japanese Aerospace Stocks Investors Are Watching After China Export Controls

China’s latest export controls on Japanese defense-linked entities have thrown fresh attention on the country’s aerospace and defense stocks, as investors reassess which companies could face headwinds and which might see new openings. For retail investors, this is less about guessing geopolitical outcomes and more about understanding how supply chains, dual-use technologies, and export reviews feed into business risk. This article looks at 3 stocks from Japan’s Aerospace & Defense sector...
TSE:7267
TSE:7267Auto

Honda Motor (TSE:7267) Backed CEO Mibe Following Annual Loss as Undervalued Narrative Holds

Why Honda Motor stock is in focus after shareholder backing for CEO Mibe Honda Motor (TSE:7267) is back in the spotlight after shareholders strongly backed CEO Toshihiro Mibe, even as the company reported its first annual loss since listing, driven by a sizeable electric vehicle restructuring charge. This shareholder vote matters for investors because it signals support for Honda Motor’s current leadership and revised electric vehicle direction, despite the impact of weaker U.S. demand and...
TSE:7974
TSE:7974Entertainment

Is Nintendo (TSE:7974) A Bargain On Its Recent Share Price Slide?

Nintendo (TSE:7974) has drawn investor attention after a sharp share price pullback, with the stock down about 8% over the past month and about 26% over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Nintendo. Looking beyond the recent pullback, Nintendo’s share price has fallen 38.13% year to date and the 1 year total shareholder return is down 50.55%, while 3 and 5 year total shareholder returns remain positive at 7.31% and 15.29%. This pattern suggests recent momentum has faded as the...
NSE:7488
NSE:7488Healthcare

Asian Dividend Stocks: 3 Top Picks

As Asian markets navigate a period of volatility, driven by technology sell-offs and economic policy shifts, investors are increasingly turning their attention to dividend stocks as a potential source of stability and income. In such an environment, strong dividend-paying companies with robust financial health can offer attractive opportunities for those seeking consistent returns amidst broader market fluctuations.
TSE:4819
TSE:4819IT

Asian Market Value Picks For June 2026

As global markets grapple with mixed performances and technological sell-offs, the Asian market presents intriguing opportunities for investors seeking value. Identifying undervalued stocks in this region requires a keen understanding of current economic conditions and the ability to spot potential growth amidst broader market fluctuations.
TSE:9416
TSE:9416Telecom

Binjiang Service Group And 2 Other Undiscovered Gems In Asia

As global markets navigate mixed performances, with small-cap indices like the Russell 2000 showing resilience amid broader economic challenges, investors are increasingly turning their attention to lesser-known opportunities in Asia. Identifying promising stocks in this environment often involves looking for companies with strong fundamentals and potential for growth despite market volatility, such as Binjiang Service Group and two other undiscovered gems that stand out in the region.
TSE:7733
TSE:7733Medical Equipment

The Bull Case For Olympus (TSE:7733) Could Change Following New SDVOSB Federal Reseller Partnership

In May 2026, Olympus Corporation announced a 3-year reseller agreement making First Nation Group an authorized Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business reseller, giving federal healthcare providers streamlined access to Olympus’ capital equipment and single-use medical devices across gastroenterology, urology, respiratory and surgical specialties. This partnership is material because it aligns Olympus’ U.S. federal sales channel with SDVOSB procurement requirements, potentially...
TSE:9449
TSE:9449IT

GMO Internet Group (TSE:9449) Buyback Puts Its Undervalued Narrative Back In Focus

GMO Internet Group (TSE:9449) has drawn investor attention after its board approved a large share repurchase program, authorizing the buyback of up to 16,000,000 shares, equivalent to 16.32% of issued share capital, for a total of ¥30,000 million. See our latest analysis for GMO internet group. At a share price of ¥3,283.0, GMO internet group has seen short term momentum pick up, with a 7 day share price return of 9.43% and a 90 day share price return of 17.40%. However, the 1 year total...