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The market was pleased with the recent earnings report from Bando Chemical Industries, Ltd. ( TSE:5195 ), despite the...

Earlier this month, Takeda Pharmaceutical announced that the U.S. FDA accepted its New Drug Application and granted Priority Review for orexin agonist Oveporexton (TAK-861) in narcolepsy type 1, with a PDUFA decision expected in the third quarter of this year. This development highlights Takeda’s push into orexin-targeted neuroscience, aiming to address persistent symptoms in narcolepsy type 1 where many patients remain insufficiently treated. We’ll now examine how the FDA’s Priority Review...

Japan Tobacco Inc. recently reported full-year 2025 results, with sales rising to ¥3,467.68 billion and net income reaching ¥510.18 billion, while also confirming a fiscal year-end 2025 dividend of ¥130.00 per share, up from ¥97.00, payable on March 26, 2026. At the same time, the company guided to slightly lower full-year 2026 dividends of ¥121.00 per share and issued new forecasts calling for ¥3,697.00 billion in revenue and ¥570.00 billion in profit attributable to owners, reshaping...

SEIKOH GIKEN Co., Ltd. ( TSE:6834 ) shareholders will have a reason to smile today, with the analysts making...

In February 2026, Square Enix Holdings reported that nine‑month sales fell to ¥215,455 million from ¥248,519 million a year earlier, while net income edged up to ¥25,607 million and earnings per share from continuing operations also increased. On the same day, the company significantly raised its full‑year profit and earnings-per-share guidance after profitability in Digital Entertainment and royalty income in Rights & Properties surpassed earlier expectations. Next, we’ll examine how this...

Ai Robotics (TSE:247A) has just posted Q3 2026 results with revenue of ¥8.0b and basic EPS of ¥20.11, alongside trailing 12 month EPS of ¥38.34 that reflects reported earnings growth of 53.9% over the past year. The company has seen revenue move from ¥3.7b in Q4 2025 to ¥6.0b in Q2 2026 and ¥8.0b in Q3 2026, while quarterly EPS shifted from ¥9.65 to ¥7.86 and then ¥20.11 over the same period. This sits against a trailing net profit margin of 10.3% compared with 11.9% a year earlier. For...

SKY Perfect JSAT Holdings Inc. has reported its past nine-month results to December 31, 2025, with sales rising to ¥93,332 million and net income reaching ¥17,630 million, alongside higher basic earnings per share from continuing operations of ¥62.21. The simultaneous increase in sales, net income, and earnings per share suggests that the company converted revenue growth into stronger profitability over the period. Next, we’ll examine how this earnings-driven improvement in profitability...

In early February 2026, ITOCHU Corporation announced a new share repurchase program of up to 13,000,000 shares for ¥20,000 million through March 31, 2026, alongside guidance for fiscal 2026 calling for net profit attributable to ITOCHU of ¥900.00 billion and basic earnings per share of ¥127.96. Together with nine‑month results showing revenue of ¥10.99 trillion and higher net income year on year, these moves highlight management’s focus on combining earnings visibility with flexible capital...

In February 2026, Nitto Boseki Co., Ltd. reported past nine‑month results showing higher sales of ¥87,594 million and sharply higher net income of ¥35,110 million year on year, and it raised full‑year guidance to operating profit of ¥20,000 million and profit attributable to owners of parent of ¥38,000 million. The upgrade to full‑year profit targets, alongside much stronger earnings per share of ¥964.42 over nine months, signals management’s confidence in the company’s current business...

As global markets navigate the complexities of AI disruption and shifting economic indicators, investors are keenly observing the performance of value stocks, which have consistently outperformed their growth counterparts in recent weeks. In this environment, identifying undervalued stocks becomes crucial as they offer potential opportunities for those seeking stability amidst volatility and uncertainty.

As global markets navigate the complexities of AI disruption and fluctuating economic indicators, investors are increasingly turning to dividend stocks as a source of stability amid volatility. In this environment, a good dividend stock is often characterized by its consistent payout history and resilience to market fluctuations, providing investors with potential income even when broader indices face downward pressure.

Rigaku Holdings (TSE:268A) drew investor attention after its full year 2025 earnings release on February 13, alongside a sharp dividend increase and fresh 2026 earnings and dividend guidance. See our latest analysis for Rigaku Holdings. The earnings release, dividend hike and fresh 2026 guidance coincided with a sharp shift in trading, with an 8.06% 1 day share price return helping extend a 90 day share price return of 54.72% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 23.70%. This suggests that...

Monex Group, Inc. reported earnings for the nine months ended December 31, 2025, with revenue rising to ¥67,982 million and net income reaching ¥8,012 million, reversing a loss a year earlier. The sharp swing from a loss per share to basic earnings per share of ¥31.86 highlights a clear turnaround in the company’s profitability profile. We will now examine how this turnaround in profitability shapes Monex Group’s broader investment narrative and what it may signal for investors. AI is about...

Honda Motor (TSE:7267) is back in focus after reporting softer nine month results to December 2025, alongside lower full year guidance that points to reduced profitability and ongoing operational challenges into March 2026. See our latest analysis for Honda Motor. The latest nine month results and reduced guidance appear to have cooled enthusiasm, with a 7 day share price return of a 5.93% decline and a 30 day share price return of a 3.97% decline. This is despite the 1 year total shareholder...

As global markets navigate the challenges posed by AI disruption and fluctuating economic indicators, investors are increasingly turning their attention to smaller, promising opportunities that may not yet be on the radar of mainstream analysts. In this environment, companies like Guangzhou Metro Design & Research Institute offer intriguing prospects for those seeking undiscovered gems in Asia's dynamic market landscape.

As global markets grapple with concerns over AI disruptions and economic uncertainties, Asian stock markets have shown resilience, with Japan experiencing a notable surge following political developments and China maintaining modest gains ahead of the Lunar New Year. In this context, dividend stocks in Asia can offer a compelling opportunity for investors seeking income stability amid market volatility.

Isuzu Motors (TSE:7202) has drawn fresh attention after its Q3 2026 earnings call, where the company reported nine month sales of ¥2,511,521 million and issued full year revenue and profit guidance. See our latest analysis for Isuzu Motors. The earnings update and new full year guidance appear to sit alongside building momentum in the shares, with a 90 day share price return of 22.91% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 46.38% pointing to stronger sentiment recently than earlier in the...

Kioxia Holdings Corporation ( TSE:285A ) shareholders will have a reason to smile today, with the analysts making...

Shareholders might have noticed that Sumitomo Forestry Co., Ltd. ( TSE:1911 ) filed its annual result this time last...

Hokkaido Electric’s new ¥40 billion convertible bond Hokkaido Electric Power Company (TSE:9509) has launched a ¥40 billion convertible corporate bond, which is callable and matures in March 2031. This funding move could influence how equity and credit investors view the stock. See our latest analysis for Hokkaido Electric Power Company. The bond announcement comes after a period of stronger share price momentum. The latest share price is ¥1,185.5, with a 1-day share price return of 2.64%, a...

Investors in BuySell Technologies Co.,Ltd. ( TSE:7685 ) had a good week, as its shares rose 5.8% to close at JP¥5,510...

It's been a good week for Sega Sammy Holdings Inc. ( TSE:6460 ) shareholders, because the company has just released its...

Tokio Marine Holdings (TSE:8766) is restructuring its board and executive ranks, moving to a Company with Audit and Supervisory Committee framework. The company plans to increase outside, female, and non Japanese directors to refresh governance and broaden perspectives. New executive roles, including a Chief AI Officer, are being created to support faster decision making and tighter oversight. For investors tracking Tokio Marine Holdings, these governance changes come with the shares at...

If you are wondering whether SoftBank's current share price really reflects what you are getting, you are not alone. Many investors are asking what a fair value looks like right now. The stock last closed at ¥214.5, with returns of 1.1% over 7 days, a 0.7% decline over 30 days, a 0.8% decline year to date, and gains of 5.6% over 1 year, 60.0% over 3 years, and 90.2% over 5 years that may catch your eye. Recent news coverage has focused on SoftBank's position in the Japanese telecom sector...