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Metaplanet (TSE:3350) is making waves this week after the company’s board approved plans to issue perpetual preferred shares in order to purchase more Bitcoin. The company also revised its full-year 2025 earnings forecast. See our latest analysis for Metaplanet. Metaplanet’s recent board decisions build on a string of bold pivots, ranging from rapid Bitcoin accumulation to launching financial services linked to digital assets. While the near-term share price has not shown explosive gains, its...

Thinking about what to do with Idemitsu KosanLtd stock? You’re definitely not alone. Over the last five years, this energy and chemicals giant has delivered an impressive 174.7% return that has caught the attention of everyone from cautious optimists to growth chasers. Yet, the last year paints a different picture, with shares sliding by 6.0%. Short-term shifts have been more muted: the stock dipped by 1.8% in the past week but has stayed almost flat for the last month, up just 0.9%. Despite...

Cerence AI announced a global collaboration with Suzuki Motor Corporation to bring a conversational AI-powered in-car assistant to Suzuki’s first battery electric vehicle, the e VITARA. This move underscores Suzuki’s push to enhance technology and user experience as it ramps up its electric vehicle offerings worldwide. We’ll explore how Suzuki’s focus on intelligent in-car technology shapes its investment narrative amid the shift to electric vehicles. Uncover the next big thing with...

Rakuten Group (TSE:4755) announced it expects to record an impairment loss of about JPY 27 billion in its third quarter results, putting a spotlight on how this move could impact short-term financials. See our latest analysis for Rakuten Group. This latest impairment announcement follows a stretch where Rakuten’s share price has shown modest movement, with 90-day and year-to-date share price returns both positive. This signals that momentum is building despite some ongoing business...

If you are on the fence about Daiwa Securities Group, you are not alone. A quick glance at its recent share price action hints that something is brewing. In the last week alone, the stock has nudged up 1.6%, and over the past month, it has gained 4.1%. Year to date, Daiwa is up an impressive 15.4%. If you have held on over the last three years, you are looking at a stunning 138.4% return. Stretch that to five years and the gain jumps to a remarkable 241.5%. What has been fueling this steady...

If you’re keeping an eye on the Japanese tech sector, SCREEN Holdings is probably hard to ignore. Investors who jumped in over the past five years have seen the stock climb an astonishing 437.2%, and the numbers from just the past month alone are eye-catching, with a 39.4% jump. Even in the last week, SCREEN Holdings delivered a robust 12.1% return, a pace that would perk up anyone’s ears. Clearly, this isn’t your average market mover. Much of the momentum traces back to evolving demand...

Yokogawa Electric (TSE:6841) has entered into strategic agreements with Toyota to collaborate on developing prototype measurement and control equipment for a manned lunar rover in partnership with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency. This step signals a push into the growing space technology sector. See our latest analysis for Yokogawa Electric. Yokogawa Electric’s collaboration with Toyota has added a fresh spark to investor sentiment, especially as the company continues to push into...

Earlier in 2025, Japan experienced a major influenza outbreak, which led to heightened demand for flu vaccines and increased government collaboration with pharmaceutical companies. This surge in demand placed companies like Chugai Pharmaceutical in a central role, highlighting the importance of rapid pharmaceutical innovation and supply chain responsiveness during public health emergencies. We'll explore how the elevated demand from the influenza outbreak could reshape Chugai...

Recruit Holdings (TSE:6098) just wrapped up an ambitious share repurchase, buying back nearly 10 million shares for over ¥79 billion. The move is intended to maximize shareholder returns and support future growth strategies. See our latest analysis for Recruit Holdings. Following the announcement and swift completion of its buyback program, Recruit Holdings has seen its share price remain steady near ¥7,961. While recent share price action has lacked momentum, the company’s 1-year total...

Okuma (TSE:6103) shares edged up 0.04% today, continuing a slight upward move over the past week. Investors are watching closely to see if recent momentum can meaningfully impact the company’s performance over the coming months. See our latest analysis for Okuma. Despite mild share price gains today, Okuma’s momentum has been mixed within the broader year. While the stock has posted a steady 1-year total shareholder return of 0.11%, recent months have seen performance plateau. This suggests...

If you are wondering what to do with KOSÉ stock right now, you are not alone. After all, it is tough to ignore a company that has seen its share price fall by more than 35.6% in the past year and a staggering 61.4% over the last three years. Even so, stocks that have been beaten down this far sometimes emerge as diamonds in the rough, reviving interest among value-seekers who believe the declines have outpaced fundamentals. Looking at shorter-term moves, KOSÉ's stock has shown only a modest...

Olympus (TSE:7733) has just signed an exclusive international distribution deal with W. L. Gore & Associates, positioning itself to broaden commercialization of GI devices, starting in Europe and expanding into new markets. See our latest analysis for Olympus. Olympus’s move to expand its GI device distribution comes shortly after a recently completed share buyback and has caught investor attention as the company continues to build its medical device reach internationally. While the past year...

If you have Mitsubishi Chemical Group in your sights, you are not alone. Plenty of investors are wrestling with the question of what to do next with this stock. After all, Mitsubishi Chemical Group has taken some dramatic turns over the past few years, handing long-term shareholders a return of nearly 64% over the last five years and almost 39% over three years. Yet, zooming in to the shorter term, things have been a bit rockier, with a decline of about 3.6% over the last year and a drop of...

Between July and September 2025, Komatsu repurchased 7,968,200 shares for ¥39.76 billion under its ongoing buyback program, completing a total of 14,962,300 shares repurchased since April 2025. This substantial buyback activity not only signals the company’s commitment to returning capital to shareholders but also highlights its broader aim to reinforce shareholder value as part of its capital allocation strategy. We'll explore how these shareholder-focused buybacks influence Komatsu's...

SHIFT (TSE:3697) has just been added to the Nikkei 225 Index, drawing the spotlight from both institutional investors and funds that track the benchmark. Index changes such as this can often influence trading volumes and investor interest. See our latest analysis for SHIFT. Following the Nikkei 225 inclusion, SHIFT’s share price has shown only minor gains. Its one-year total shareholder return stands at 0.24%. While momentum has cooled lately, the company remains in focus as institutional...

Trend Micro (TSE:4704) grabbed attention after being named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape Worldwide Extended Detection and Response Software assessment. This recognition highlights its AI-powered platform and pricing approach, both of which help it stand out in the cybersecurity sector. See our latest analysis for Trend Micro. Following the IDC MarketScape recognition, Trend Micro’s share price has remained steady in the short term. Its strong three- and five-year total shareholder returns...

If you are thinking about what to do with Zeon stock right now, you are far from alone. Zeon has recently been grabbing attention with its steady performance, despite a few short-term bumps. Over the last week, the price dipped by 1.5%, and it has slipped 4.9% in the past month. But step back, and the broader picture tells a more interesting story: the stock is still up 11.2% year-to-date, and over the last five years, it has delivered an impressive return of 59.2%. This combination of modest...

Electric Power Development (TSE:9513) recently completed a significant phase of its share buyback program. The company repurchased nearly 2% of outstanding shares for over ¥10 billion. This move is catching investor attention as it relates to capital strategy. See our latest analysis for Electric Power Development. Electric Power Development’s recent share buyback comes after fresh investment in battery storage projects, sharpening its focus on both capital efficiency and the future of the...

Sojitz (TSE:2768) shares have seen some interesting movement lately, with the stock finishing at ¥3,940 and minor gains over the past week. Investors might be weighing recent company performance in relation to longer-term growth trends. See our latest analysis for Sojitz. Sojitz has been quietly gaining momentum, with the share price seeing steady growth throughout the year and supported by improving total shareholder returns. The returns are up 18% over the past twelve months and have topped...

If you have been tracking Marubeni’s stock recently, chances are you have asked yourself if now is the right time to buy in or cash out. With a last close at 3,866, and a jaw-dropping 691.7% return over five years, it is hard not to be impressed, even for seasoned investors. Just in the last week, shares jumped 6.7%, building on a month-long rally of 11.5%. Year-to-date, the surge is a stunning 63% and, over the past year, 58.7%. These numbers are not just eye-catching; they continue to spark...

If you are considering what to do with your Iwatani shares right now, you are not alone. Investors all over are weighing their next steps amid a year that has seen the stock struggle to find momentum. After closing at 1625.0, Iwatani is down 2.0% over the last week, a mild slip that fits a longer-term slide, with the stock off 8.3% for the year to date and 19.7% over the past twelve months. At first glance, that could raise concerns about whether the company's growth prospects are fading or...

JTEKT (TSE:6473) shares closed up slightly in Tokyo, drawing attention from investors sizing up the stock’s performance over the past month and longer term. There has been steady interest as shares show a positive trajectory over the past year. See our latest analysis for JTEKT. JTEKT’s share price has quietly gained momentum over the past year, with a 12-month total shareholder return of nearly 45%. This reflects renewed confidence and stronger fundamentals. The stock’s recent upward trend...

Thinking about what to do with Sony Financial Group stock? You are definitely not alone. Whether you have been holding on through thick and thin or are just now sizing up the opportunity, there is one thing that stands out about this stock right now: it is in the middle of a story most investors are just starting to notice. Sony Financial Group’s share price recently closed at 161.0, down 7.4% over the past week and, more strikingly, a massive 93.8% over the last five years. Market watchers...

If you have been keeping an eye on YONEX, you are not alone. After all, in a year that has seen many stocks simply treading water, YONEX has delivered jaw-dropping returns. The stock is up 83.7% since January and an incredible 584.8% over the last five years. Even just this past week, it edged up another 2.0%, showing that investor interest is still running hot. On the flip side, it did slip a touch over the last 30 days, but considering its tremendous long-term run, most shareholders are...