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As global markets experience fluctuations, with small- and mid-cap stocks facing challenges and consumer confidence in the U.S. hitting a low not seen since 2014, investors are increasingly turning their attention to high growth opportunities in Asia's tech sector. In this dynamic environment, identifying promising tech stocks involves looking for companies that demonstrate strong innovation potential and resilience amid broader economic shifts.

As global markets navigate a complex landscape of economic indicators and policy decisions, the Asian market remains a focal point for investors seeking stability and growth. With central banks maintaining steady interest rates and consumer confidence fluctuating, dividend stocks in Asia offer potential for income-seeking investors amidst these dynamic conditions.

Sony Group and TCL Electronics have signed a memorandum of understanding for a potential global joint venture covering Sony's TV and audio home entertainment business. The MOU includes an exclusivity agreement and contemplates brand licensing and operational integration across key consumer electronics markets. The arrangement would see the joint venture assume Sony's home entertainment operations, if finalized after further negotiations and approvals. For investors watching Sony Group,...

Yamato Kogyo (TSE:5444) has reported that its board resolved on February 2, 2026 to sell part of its investment securities and expects to book extraordinary income, a move that feeds directly into headline financials. See our latest analysis for Yamato Kogyo. The decision to sell part of its investment securities and recognize extraordinary income comes at a time when Yamato Kogyo’s share price, at ¥11,400, follows a 1 month share price return of 6.64% and a 3 month share price return of...

On January 22, 2026, Yamato Holdings Co., Ltd. announced that its board approved the resignation of President Yutaka Nagao effective April 1, 2026, alongside upcoming changes to representative directors and officers, and the planned retirement of Director Toshizo Kurisu after the June 2026 shareholders’ meeting. This leadership transition signals a reconfiguration of Yamato Holdings’ top management structure, which could influence how the company sets and executes its operational...

Socionext Inc. reported past earnings for the nine months ended December 31, 2025, with sales of ¥142,140 million and net income of ¥4,782 million, both lower than the prior-year period. The sharp drop in basic earnings per share from continuing operations, to ¥27.22 from ¥92.10 a year earlier, highlights considerable pressure on profitability. We will now examine how this weaker nine-month profit performance shapes Socionext’s investment narrative and what it could mean for...

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Why Amano’s new buyback is back on investors’ radar Amano (TSE:6436) has put a fresh share repurchase program on the table, authorizing up to 1,147,000 shares, or 1.61% of its float, for up to ¥5,000 million through March 2026. See our latest analysis for Amano. Amano’s new repurchase plan comes after a softer patch in the share price, with a 30 day share price return of 6.93% and a year to date share price decline of 7.66%, while the 5 year total shareholder return of 85.95% points to...

Marubeni Corporation recently reached financial close on a 700 MW onshore wind project in Saudi Arabia, underscoring its role in supplying renewable power capacity in the Middle East. This large-scale project highlights how Marubeni’s infrastructure expertise is being applied to energy transition opportunities in a region traditionally dominated by hydrocarbons. We’ll now examine how this major Saudi wind project shapes Marubeni’s investment narrative, particularly its positioning within...

The board of The Kita-Nippon Bank, Ltd. ( TSE:8551 ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of ¥84.00 per share on...

The board of The 77 Bank, Ltd. ( TSE:8341 ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of ¥113.00 per share on the 30th...

The Akita Bank, Ltd. ( TSE:8343 ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of ¥75.00 per share on the 26th of June...

FLECT Co., Ltd. ( TSE:4414 ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw significant share price movement during recent...

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With its stock down 7.9% over the past three months, it is easy to disregard DeNA (TSE:2432). However, stock prices are...

Senshu Ikeda Holdings, Inc. ( TSE:8714 ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of ¥10.50 per share on the 26th of...