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Konica Minolta (TSE:4902) shares have seen quiet trading recently, with a small rise over the past month despite mild volatility earlier this year. Investors and market watchers are keeping an eye on valuation trends as results unfold. See our latest analysis for Konica Minolta. Momentum has started to build again for Konica Minolta, with a 13.6% gain in its 1-month share price, adding to a robust 20.4% jump over the past three months. Despite the recent upswing, the company’s 1-year total...

Yokohama Financial Group (TSE:7186) just raised its earnings forecast for the year, citing gains in both net interest income and commissions. At the same time, it introduced a new share buyback plan and increased dividends. See our latest analysis for Yokohama Financial Group. Shares of Yokohama Financial Group have seen a notable boost this year, with the stock delivering a year-to-date share price return of 40.8% and an impressive one-year total shareholder return of nearly 43%. Momentum...

MonotaRO Co., Ltd. reported non-consolidated sales results for October 2025, with sales reaching ¥29,423 million compared to ¥25,354 million in the same month last year. This significant year-over-year sales increase offers insight into sustained demand and the company's ongoing ability to expand its revenue base. We'll explore how the substantial October sales growth informs MonotaRO's investment narrative and potential trajectory for future performance. These 11 companies survived and...

YONEX (TSE:7906) shares have caught the attention of investors recently, moving within a range despite lacking a headline-making catalyst. The stock’s year-to-date performance stands out compared to the broader sector. See our latest analysis for YONEX. YONEX has enjoyed a remarkable surge so far this year, with a year-to-date share price return of 64.25 percent and the latest price sitting at ¥3,505. Despite a recent cooling off, such as this month’s 12.48 percent dip, the longer-term trend...

JVCKENWOOD Corporation announced and swiftly completed a repurchase of 3,513,700 shares for ¥5,000 million, representing 2.39% of its issued share capital, following board authorization on November 13, 2025. This buyback was designed to improve return on equity and earnings per share, as well as to mitigate the anticipated impact from a recent issuance of zero coupon convertible bonds. We'll examine how this rapid share buyback, aimed at boosting key financial metrics, contributes to...

Nichirei Corporation recently announced a capital increase in its logistics subsidiary Nichirei Logistics Group Inc. to boost its temperature-controlled logistics network in the ASEAN region, while also confirming dividend payments and releasing new earnings forecasts for the fiscal year ending March 2026. This move highlights Nichirei's focus on expanding cross-border transportation capabilities and signals a strong commitment to growing its presence in the fast-developing Southeast Asian...

Astellas Pharma (TSE:4503) shares have seen some interesting movement recently, catching the attention of investors who follow the Japanese pharmaceutical space. The company’s stock has delivered a 21% return over the past month, which makes valuation worth a closer look. See our latest analysis for Astellas Pharma. The strong 21% share price gain over the past month has propelled Astellas Pharma’s momentum, fueling optimism after a subdued stretch. While this recent surge stands out, the...

On November 18, 2025, Broadcom announced an expanded partnership with NEC Corporation to adopt and deliver modern private cloud services based on VMware Cloud Foundation, which NEC will integrate into its own systems and offer as managed cloud solutions for clients. NEC's use of VMware Cloud Foundation not only updates its internal IT architecture but also positions the company to accelerate private cloud adoption for customers through its BluStellar Scenario offerings. We'll examine how...

Mitsubishi HC Capital Inc. recently announced its half-year earnings for the period ended September 30, 2025, reporting sales of JPY 1.13 trillion and net income of JPY 88.79 billion, along with an increased interim dividend of JPY 22.00 per share payable December 5, 2025. The company also provided guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, projecting net income of JPY 160 billion and earnings per share of JPY 111.44, reflecting management’s forward-looking expectations. We’ll now...

On November 11, 2025, Hikari Tsushin, Inc. announced a share repurchase program of up to 350,000 shares for ¥10,000 million, increased its dividend guidance, and raised its profit forecast for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. This combination highlights the company's intention to enhance shareholder returns through both direct capital distribution and a strengthened earnings outlook. We'll examine how Hikari Tsushin's new buyback program influences its investment narrative and...

Isuzu Motors (TSE:7202) released its second quarter 2026 earnings, confirmed dividends for the quarter and fiscal year, and shared new guidance for the year ending March 2026. These updates shaped investor expectations today. See our latest analysis for Isuzu Motors. Isuzu Motors’ shares have picked up noticeable momentum lately, jumping 22.2% in the past 30 days due to steady earnings updates and confirmed dividends. This boost adds to a solid 1-year total shareholder return of 23.7%, with...

Monogatari Corporation recently announced unaudited sales results for October 2025, reporting net sales across all restaurants at 108.1% compared to 110.9% in the same period last year. This reflects ongoing growth for the company, though it highlights a slowdown in the year-over-year pace of sales expansion. We'll explore how the slower growth rate in October 2025 shapes the ongoing investment narrative for Monogatari. The end of cancer? These 29 emerging AI stocks are developing tech that...

Sony Group (TSE:6758) has been making headlines after announcing better than expected earnings, updating its guidance to reflect recent U.S. tariff changes, and rolling out both a share buyback and a dividend hike. See our latest analysis for Sony Group. After these upbeat results and the news of a fresh buyback and dividend hike, investor enthusiasm is showing up in Sony Group’s numbers. The share price has climbed 36.5% year-to-date, and the one-year total shareholder return is an...

Sysmex Corporation recently announced it will absorb its wholly owned subsidiary, Sysmex Medica Co., Ltd., through an absorption-type merger effective April 1, 2026, to streamline equipment production and enhance efficiency. This move comes as the company adjusts its full-year sales forecast downward due to ongoing currency pressures and challenging market conditions in China. With the absorption merger aiming to improve productivity, we'll explore how these structural changes impact...

K&O Energy Group Inc.'s ( TSE:1663 ) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the same period to ¥26.00...

Fuluhashi EPO Corporation's ( TSE:9221 ) stock was strong after they recently reported robust earnings. However, our...

Mitsubishi Paper Mills Limited's ( TSE:3864 ) investors are due to receive a payment of ¥15.00 per share on 9th of...

SoftBank Group Corp. ( TSE:9984 ) shares have retraced a considerable 28% in the last month, reversing a fair amount of...

Intertrade Co.,Ltd. ( TSE:3747 ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow with a...

Investors were disappointed with Oriental Consultants Holdings Company Limited's ( TSE:2498 ) earnings, despite the...

Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.'s ( TSE:5801 ) stock was strong after they recently reported robust earnings. However, we...

Investors were underwhelmed by the solid earnings posted by Howa Machinery, Ltd. ( TSE:6203 ) recently. We have done...

Tokio Marine Holdings, Inc. recently announced board approval for a sizeable share repurchase program of up to 80 million shares, representing 4.2% of issued share capital, for ¥130.00 billion, alongside an upward revision to its annual dividend forecast to ¥211 per share for the year ending March 31, 2026. This combination of enhanced shareholder return initiatives reflects the company’s ongoing emphasis on capital flexibility and commitment to aligning dividends with profit growth. We'll...

Despite posting healthy earnings, Nihon Falcom Corporation's ( TSE:3723 ) stock has been quite weak. Along with the...