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BuySell Technologies Ltd (TSE:7685) has called a board meeting for May 14, 2026, to decide on issuing subscription rights to shares for its directors and employees, putting incentive alignment in focus for investors. See our latest analysis for BuySell TechnologiesLtd. At a share price of ¥3,930, BuySell TechnologiesLtd has seen strong momentum, with a 30 day share price return of 23.97% and a year to date share price return of 60.24%, alongside a 1 year total shareholder return of 158.19%...

HOYA (TSE:7741) has drawn attention after a recent move in its share price, with the stock up 4.7% on the day and 2.6% over the past week, prompting closer scrutiny from investors. See our latest analysis for HOYA. Today’s sharp 4.72% one day share price return, to ¥27,195, comes after a softer patch, with the 30 day and 90 day share price returns down 6.03% and 6.88% respectively, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 56.8% points to strong longer term momentum. If HOYA’s move has you...

Nitori Holdings (TSE:9843) has just updated investors with full year earnings, fresh guidance for the current fiscal period, and dividend details that reflect its earlier five for one stock split. See our latest analysis for Nitori Holdings. The recent full year results and fresh guidance have arrived after a mixed stretch for investors. A 1 month share price return of 11.12% contrasts with a 1 year total shareholder return that is down 13.42%, suggesting momentum has picked up only recently...

In mid-May 2026, NEXON Co., Ltd. reported strong first-quarter results, issued earnings guidance for the first half of 2026, renewed major publishing partnerships with Electronic Arts and Tencent, and authorized a ¥30,000 million buyback of up to 14,000,000 shares to refine its capital structure. Taken together, the renewed EA and Tencent agreements, solid profit guidance, and new repurchase plan highlight how NEXON is reinforcing core franchises while tightening capital allocation. We’ll...

Earlier in May 2026, MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings reported higher full‑year revenue of ¥7,653,030 million and net income of ¥787,339 million, announced upgraded ordinary and special dividends, unveiled a share repurchase program of up to 95,000,000 shares for ¥190,000 million, and issued earnings guidance alongside plans to merge key insurance subsidiaries. The group also proposed changing its name to Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Group, Inc. and relocating its head office in 2027,...

Toyo Seikan Group Holdings (TSE:5901) has drawn fresh attention after its board approved a higher year end dividend and outlined further dividend guidance alongside new earnings forecasts for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027. See our latest analysis for Toyo Seikan Group Holdings. The share price has moved to ¥3,949, with a 1 month share price return of 25.29% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 46.59%. This suggests momentum has picked up recently after some shorter term...

Why the latest earnings and governance moves matter for investors Nisshin Seifun Group (TSE:2002) has just combined full year earnings, dividend decisions, forward guidance, and a planned governance overhaul, giving you several fresh data points to reassess the stock. For the year ended 31 March 2026, the company reported sales of ¥865,004 million compared with ¥851,486 million a year earlier. Net income was ¥32,589 million versus ¥34,684 million, with basic earnings per share from continuing...

Nippon Gas (TSE:8174) has drawn fresh attention after its Board authorized a share repurchase program of up to 1,500,000 shares, or 1.41% of issued shares, with the aim of lifting return on equity. See our latest analysis for Nippon Gas. The share price has recently picked up, with a 1-day share price return of 2.5% and a 7-day return of 1.38%. However, the 90-day share price return is down 9.27%, while the 5-year total shareholder return stands at 82.17%, pointing to solid long term...

SCREEN Holdings (TSE:7735) has put investors on alert after reporting lower sales and net income for the year to March 31, 2026, along with a proposed dividend cut and cautious new guidance. See our latest analysis for SCREEN Holdings. Despite the weaker full year results and trimmed dividend guidance, SCREEN Holdings' short term share price return has stayed positive, with a 7 day gain of 6.40% and a year to date share price return of 40.25%. Over a longer horizon, total shareholder return...

Hikari Tsushin (TSE:9435) has introduced a new share repurchase program alongside its latest full-year results, combining capital returns with updated figures on sales, earnings and profitability. See our latest analysis for Hikari Tsushin. Despite the new buyback and solid full-year figures, the stock’s 1-month share price return is down 7.3% and the year-to-date share price return is down 17.4%, while the 5-year total shareholder return of 94.8% points to a much stronger longer-term...

LIXIL (TSE:5938) has drawn fresh attention after highlighting the opening of an exclusive GROHE SPA flagship showroom in Greater Kuala Lumpur, positioning its premium bathroom and wellness offering in an upscale Malaysian market. See our latest analysis for LIXIL. Investors have recently seen a 4.65% 1 month share price return and a 3.45% 7 day share price return, although the stock is still down 11.52% year to date. The 1 year total shareholder return of 9.4% and 3 year total shareholder...

NOK Corporation recently proposed higher dividends for the year ended March 31, 2026 and for the year ending March 31, 2027, while also issuing consolidated earnings guidance that includes expected net sales of ¥756,600 million, operating income of ¥35,000 million, and profit attributable to owners of parent of ¥46,400 million. The board has also scheduled a June 25, 2026 shareholders’ meeting to vote on director changes and dividend plans, underscoring how capital allocation and leadership...

Mitsui Fudosan (TSE:8801) has drawn fresh attention after unveiling full year results, a higher proposed dividend, and a new share repurchase program, all reinforced by earnings guidance for the year ending March 31, 2027. See our latest analysis for Mitsui Fudosan. At a share price of ¥1,537.5, Mitsui Fudosan has seen the share price fall 26.9% over the past 90 days, even though the 1 year total shareholder return is 13.9% and the 5 year total shareholder return is 90.2%. Recent weakness...

DyDo Group Holdings (TSE:2590) opened Q1 2027 with revenue of ¥55,239 million and basic EPS of ¥3.47, while the trailing twelve months still reflect a loss with basic EPS of ¥863.85 and net income of ¥27,367 million in the red. Over the past year, revenue has moved from ¥52,963 million in Q1 2026 to ¥55,239 million in Q1 2027, with quarterly EPS shifting from a loss of ¥90.01 to a small profit of ¥3.47. This sets up a story where margins are under pressure but quarterly profitability is at...

SoftBank stock performance snapshot SoftBank (TSE:9434) has drawn fresh attention after recent trading left the stock with a 0.7% gain over the past day, while the past week shows a decline of 3.7%. Over the past month the stock is broadly flat, with a return close to 0%. The past 3 months show a gain of about 3.6%, setting the backdrop for assessing fundamentals such as revenue, profits and segment mix. See our latest analysis for SoftBank. Recent trading has been subdued overall, with a...

Shibaura MachineLtd (TSE:6104) closed FY 2026 with fourth quarter revenue of ¥40,096 million and a loss per share of ¥38.74, as net income excluding extra items came in at a loss of ¥916 million. Over recent periods the company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥46,255 million in FY 2025 Q3 to ¥35,113 million in FY 2025 Q4 and then to ¥40,096 million in FY 2026 Q4, while EPS shifted from ¥155.61 in FY 2025 Q3 to ¥13.41 in FY 2025 Q4 before turning to a loss of ¥38.74 in the latest quarter...

Mitsubishi Chemical Group (TSE:4188) has set out an FY26 plan centered on specialty materials, semiconductors, and composites, along with structural reforms and large-scale investments that are drawing fresh attention to the stock. See our latest analysis for Mitsubishi Chemical Group. The stock has been firming up recently, with a 7 day share price return of 11.04% and a 30 day share price return of 22.17%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 51.15% points to stronger momentum over a...

Mitsui Chemicals (TSE:4183) has released full year results for the period ended March 31, 2026, reporting sales of ¥1,668,754 million, net income of ¥34,378 million, and basic earnings per share of ¥91.62. See our latest analysis for Mitsui Chemicals. The earnings release appears to have coincided with a sharp shift in sentiment, with the share price up 16.16% over the past month and the 1 year total shareholder return at 47.41%. This suggests momentum has recently picked up after a softer 3...

As global markets navigate a complex landscape of record-low consumer sentiment and rising inflation concerns, major indices like the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 have demonstrated resilience, buoyed by investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence stocks. In this environment, growth companies with significant insider ownership can offer unique insights into potential long-term value creation, as insiders often have an in-depth understanding of their company's strategic...

As global markets navigate a landscape marked by rising inflation concerns and geopolitical tensions, major indices like the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 have reached new heights, buoyed by optimism in sectors such as artificial intelligence. In this environment of economic uncertainty and fluctuating consumer sentiment, dividend stocks offer a compelling option for investors seeking stability and income. A good dividend stock typically combines reliable payouts with the potential...