FDA clearance puts HOYA (TSE:7741) endoscopy devices in focus
HOYA (TSE:7741) has secured US FDA clearance for new PENTAX Medical i20c Video Endoscope models, giving the company a green light to broaden its gastrointestinal endoscopy offering in US hospitals.
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The recent FDA clearance arrives after a mixed patch for the stock, with the share price up 9.54% year to date but seeing a 1 month share price return that declined 4.52%, while the 1 year total...
In June 2026, Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd. issued consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027, forecasting net sales of ¥1,460.00 billion, operating profit of ¥95.00 billion, and profit attributable to owners of parent of ¥82.00 billion.
This fresh forecast gives investors a clearer view of management’s expectations for profitability, highlighting how Furukawa Electric sees its earnings mix developing over the coming year.
Next, we’ll examine how Furukawa...
Recent share performance and context
SMC (TSE:6273) has drawn attention after recent price swings, with the stock up 5.8% on the day, roughly flat over the past week, but down 17.6% over the past month.
See our latest analysis for SMC.
The recent 1 month share price return, down 17.6%, contrasts with a 1 year total shareholder return of 27.1%. This suggests that momentum has cooled after a stronger run for longer term holders.
If you are comparing SMC with other industrial automation and...
MITSUI-SOKO HOLDINGS (TSE:9302) is back in focus after reporting FY2026 revenue and profit growth, with better margins and a stronger balance sheet. The results were supported by steady dividends and a positive management outlook.
See our latest analysis for MITSUI-SOKO HOLDINGS.
At a share price of ¥3,878, MITSUI-SOKO HOLDINGS has had a fairly steady year overall, with modest short term share price gains and a very strong multi year total shareholder return that suggests earlier momentum has...
ITOCHU (TSE:8001) has wrapped up FY 2026 with fourth quarter revenue of ¥3,836,836 million (about ¥3.8 trillion) and net income excluding extra items of ¥194,986 million, translating to basic EPS of ¥27.86. Trailing twelve month revenue is ¥14,823,087 million and EPS is ¥128.00. Over recent periods, revenue has ranged from ¥3,558,933 million to ¥3,836,836 million per quarter, while EPS has moved between ¥27.86 and ¥40.10. This gives investors a clearer view of how the earnings power feeding...
Sekisui House (TSE:1928) is back in the spotlight after reporting first quarter sales of ¥908,878 million and net income of ¥58,479 million, along with higher earnings per share than a year earlier.
See our latest analysis for Sekisui House.
Alongside the stronger first quarter, Sekisui House’s share price is now ¥3,289, with a 7 day share price return of 2.69% but a 90 day share price return that is down 7.17%. The 5 year total shareholder return of 84.95% points to solid long term gains and...
Wondering whether Capcom's current share price truly reflects its potential value or if the market is being too harsh on the stock.
Capcom shares last closed at ¥2,787, with the stock down 3.4% over the past week, 15.4% over the past month, 24.0% year to date, and 38.7% over the last year, even though the 3 year and 5 year returns sit at 2.4% and 82.4% respectively.
This pullback comes as investors reassess expectations for major game publishers and pay closer attention to how consistently...
LY Corporation (TSE:4689) has scheduled a board meeting to consider an acquisition of shares in T&D Financial Life Insurance Company by one of its consolidated subsidiaries.
If approved, the transaction would make T&D Financial Life Insurance Company a subsidiary of LY.
The potential deal would represent a move by LY to broaden its footing in the financial services sector.
LY’s share price stands at ¥402.3, with the stock down 20.0% over the past year and 19.0% over the past five years,...
If you are wondering whether Sumitomo Electric Industries at ¥10,970 is still offering value after a strong run, this article explains what the current price might be implying.
The stock has pulled back recently, with the share price down 15.7% over the past week and 14.1% over the past month, even though it is still up 63.5% year to date and has delivered 300.1% over the past year and a very large return over five years.
Recent coverage has focused on Sumitomo Electric Industries as an...
This article focuses squarely on valuation to help you assess whether Nintendo's share price still reflects what the company is really worth, or if sentiment has swung too far in one direction.
The stock last closed at ¥7,174, after a decline of 4.7% over the past week, a modest 0.5% gain over the past month, and declines of 32.6% year to date and 37.9% over the last year, while still showing gains of 22.0% and 25.2% over the past 3 and 5 years respectively.
Recent headlines around Nintendo...
Timee (TSE:215A) has put out a clean Q2 2026 print, with revenue of ¥10.1b and basic EPS of ¥9.95, set against a trailing twelve month picture that shows revenue of ¥38.8b and EPS of ¥51.69. Over the past six reported quarters, the company has seen revenue move from ¥7.8b and EPS of ¥12.65 in Q2 2025 to ¥9.5b and EPS of ¥14.85 in Q4 2025, then to ¥10.9b and EPS of ¥14.30 in Q1 2026, before landing at the latest Q2 figures. This gives investors a clear view of how sales and earnings have...
As the Asian markets navigate the complexities of economic recovery and inflationary pressures, investors are increasingly looking for stable income sources amidst global uncertainties. In this context, dividend stocks stand out as a potentially attractive option, offering regular income and potential capital appreciation while aligning with current market dynamics.
Pan Pacific International Holdings (TSE:7532) released its May 2026 sales update, highlighting year over year gains in both comparable and all store sales across its domestic retail and discount store operations.
See our latest analysis for Pan Pacific International Holdings.
At a share price of ¥867.8, the stock has risen 2.21% over the last day and 5.05% over the past week, but is still down 14.08% over 90 days. The 3 year total shareholder return of 76.66% and 5 year total shareholder...
Recent performance snapshot
Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company (TSE:4182) has seen mixed share price moves, with the stock roughly flat over the past day, down about 16% over the past week, down 8% over the past month, but up over the past 3 months.
Over longer periods, total return figures show gains over the past year, past 3 years, and past 5 years. The stock currently trades at ¥4,445 with a market value of about ¥861.9b.
See our latest analysis for Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company.
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Mitsubishi, ticker TSE:8058, has introduced the 2027 Eclipse Sportback, its first fully electric crossover for the North American market.
The new model is part of the broader Momentum 2030 plan, which targets regular new model launches and a faster push into EVs.
The announcement highlights Mitsubishi's focus on electrification and sustainability in a major global auto market.
For readers watching the auto sector, the 2027 Eclipse Sportback positions Mitsubishi in the North American EV...
If you are wondering whether SoftBank Group's recent share price run still leaves room for value, the next sections break down what the current market price may be implying.
The stock closed at ¥6,373, with the share price down 13.6% over the last week, up 6.4% over the last month, up 38.1% year to date, and up 217.1% over the past year. This suggests that sentiment and risk perceptions have been shifting quickly.
Recent headlines around SoftBank Group have focused on its role as a global...