Japanese Luxury Stock News

Sekisui Chemical (TSE:4204) just rolled out a sizeable share buyback plan along with a bump in its quarterly dividend. These moves come right after the company lowered its earnings guidance for the year. See our latest analysis for Sekisui Chemical. Sekisui Chemical’s latest dividend hike and buyback plan landed just as the stock has lost momentum, with a 1-month share price return of -9.6%. Still, long-term investors have enjoyed a robust 14.1% total shareholder return over the past year...

Terumo (TSE:4543) continues to attract attention as investors assess its current valuation and long-term prospects. With muted short-term performance, many are curious how recent business developments could shape its outlook in the future. See our latest analysis for Terumo. Terumo’s share price has been under pressure this year, with a 16.8% year-to-date share price decline. This hints at some cooling of market momentum despite steady growth in core financials. However, looking further out,...

Keihan Holdings (TSE:9045) announced interim results that surpassed expectations, thanks in part to brisk real estate sales and Expo 2025 demand. Alongside the earnings, management raised annual forecasts and upgraded the dividend outlook. See our latest analysis for Keihan Holdings. Keihan Holdings’ upbeat earnings and new dividend outlook have helped revive momentum, even after a muted few months. The stock's share price is still down year-to-date, but patient shareholders have enjoyed an...

Kao (TSE:4452) has seen shares move modestly over the past month, returning 3%. For investors tracking the stock, recent performance invites a closer look at how the company’s fundamentals could shape its next steps. See our latest analysis for Kao. While Kao’s 3% one-month share price return suggests some renewed investor optimism, the stock’s momentum is still catching up after a patchy period. The company has posted a 6% total shareholder return over the past year and a nearly 30% total...

JTEKT (TSE:6473) shares have caught the attention of investors lately, riding a steady wave of gains over the past month. With this upward movement, many are now re-examining how the stock could be valued going forward. See our latest analysis for JTEKT. JTEKT’s momentum has been impressive lately, with a 10.1% one-month share price return adding to the year-to-date rise. As the market’s focus shifts from short-term volatility to longer-term growth potential, solid 1-year total shareholder...

KDDI Corporation announced in early November 2025 a JPY 40.00 per share dividend for the second quarter of its 2026 fiscal year, payable on December 8, following strong first-half financial results and upgrades to its AI and data center investments. A key takeaway from this announcement is KDDI's confident outlook on continued profit growth, highlighted by increased shareholder returns and ambitious infrastructure initiatives. Let's explore how KDDI's dividend increase and commitment to AI...

Pilot Corporation recently reported a slight decline in net sales and profits for the nine months ending September 30, 2025, compared to the previous year. Despite a challenging market, the company maintained steady operating profits, enhanced its equity ratio, and deepened its presence in India through a new subsidiary. We’ll explore how Pilot’s combination of stable operating results and equity ratio improvement shapes its overall investment narrative. Trump's oil boom is here - pipelines...

Bridgestone recently announced the upcoming launch of its premium BATTLAX Racing Street RS12 motorcycle tire in North America and Europe from January 2026, featuring advanced race-derived technology aimed at delivering top-tier dry grip and circuit performance to road riders. This innovation highlights Bridgestone’s commitment to blending motorsport technology with consumer products, reinforcing its focus on premiumization and supporting its broader strategy for leadership in high-value tire...

Bandai Namco Holdings recently raised its full-year earnings guidance for fiscal 2026 and more than doubled its interim dividend, highlighting improved business momentum in its core segments such as Toys and Hobby and Amusement. This move follows a 5.3% net sales increase in the second quarter, underpinned by notable growth in the Gundam series and the company’s effective IP strategy. We’ll explore how Bandai Namco’s focus on leveraging its popular intellectual properties could shape its...

West Japan Railway Company recently announced an interim dividend increase for the second quarter of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, alongside raised annual dividend guidance and upgraded earnings forecasts on both a consolidated and non-consolidated basis. These developments signal improved management confidence in future performance, with the company highlighting higher projected revenues, profits, and per-share earnings compared to its previous guidance. We’ll explore how the...

SCSK (TSE:9719) shares have held steady in recent trading, catching the eye of investors interested in stable tech sector performers. Its year-to-date returns offer plenty for long-term shareholders to consider, especially in the context of broader market shifts. See our latest analysis for SCSK. SCSK’s share price has made a remarkable leap recently, with a 28.6% jump over the past month powering its year-to-date gain to an impressive 73.5%. Momentum is clearly building, and the company’s...

Ricoh and Neat recently announced a global partnership to integrate Neat's AI-driven audiovisual technologies with Ricoh's AV Managed Services, aiming to enhance meeting room solutions for workplaces worldwide. This marks Ricoh's highest-tier collaboration in the AV space to date, broadening its portfolio in the rapidly evolving workplace experience market. We'll explore how Ricoh's focus on expanding its advanced AV offerings with Neat could shape its investment story moving forward. Rare...

In recent weeks, Trend Micro and Cifas launched JustMe, a new mobile app designed to help UK consumers prevent identity fraud and online scams, while Trend Micro also announced an expanded AI security integration with NVIDIA’s BlueField and RTX PRO platforms for enterprise and government clients. These initiatives address rising demand for advanced AI security solutions and tools to counter the high cost of fraud facing UK consumers and organizations. We'll consider how Trend Micro's push...

NH Foods (TSE:2282) shares surged after the company announced a joint venture with Charoen Pokphand Foods to produce and distribute processed pork products across Thailand and other Asian markets, including Japan and Singapore. See our latest analysis for NH Foods. The joint venture announcement comes on the back of accelerating momentum for NH Foods, as the stock notched a five-year high after climbing over 13% in a single session. This is an impressive move, especially given the broader...

Kokuyo (TSE:7984) has announced the acquisition of more than 2.7 million shares via a recent buyback on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, following the completion of a stock split and continuing previous buyback activity. See our latest analysis for Kokuyo. Kokuyo’s share price momentum remains strong after the recent buyback, with a year-to-date share price return of 32.04% and a 1-year total shareholder return of 32.59%. That momentum caps off a significant three-year total return of 110% and an...

Investors are taking a close look at Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company (TSE:4182) after it announced a major long-term deal with Transition Industries LLC to supply ultra-low carbon methanol. This move highlights the company’s growing focus on sustainable chemicals. See our latest analysis for Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company. The momentum around Mitsubishi Gas Chemical’s big sustainability push is showing up in the numbers. The share price has climbed 19.6% over the past 90 days, with the total...

Seria (TSE:2782) released full-year earnings guidance and affirmed its second-quarter dividend, offering investors a view into its outlook for the period ending March 2026. These moves indicate steady business fundamentals and consistent shareholder returns. See our latest analysis for Seria. Seria’s release of full-year earnings guidance and a steady dividend seems to have caught investors’ attention, with the share price jumping 3.3% in a day and a 12.7% total return over the past year...

Metaplanet (TSE:3350) has drawn fresh attention following recent moves in its stock price. Investors are watching to see whether current valuation levels reflect the company’s underlying fundamentals or short-term market shifts. See our latest analysis for Metaplanet. After an impressive run earlier this year, Metaplanet’s recent 1-month share price return of -27.7%, along with even sharper pullbacks over 7 and 90 days, shows momentum is cooling in the short term. Still, investors who held...

Tokuyama Corporation recently declared a JPY 60.00 per share dividend for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025, up from JPY 50.00 per share a year earlier, with payment scheduled for December 1, 2025. The updated dividend guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, reflects Tokuyama's commitment to enhancing shareholder returns compared to the previous year. We'll explore how Tokuyama's increased dividend payout signals confidence in financial stability and shapes its evolving...

ORIX (TSE:8591) shares are drawing attention as investors look at the company’s recent performance and fundamentals. With shares up 13% over the past year and steady growth in both revenue and net income, some are revisiting its long-term potential. See our latest analysis for ORIX. ORIX’s recent momentum is catching the market’s eye, with a 13% year-to-date share price return and a three-year total shareholder return of 97%. This reflects both solid execution and investor confidence...

On October 27, 2025, Toagosei Co., Ltd. held a board meeting to approve the introduction of a new shareholder benefit program. By launching this initiative, Toagosei aims to enhance shareholder engagement and potentially reinforce loyalty within its investor base. We'll explore how the introduction of a shareholder benefit program supports Toagosei's broader investment narrative and potential for deeper investor ties. The end of cancer? These 29 emerging AI stocks are developing tech that...

Rengo (TSE:3941) caught investor attention this week by boosting both its interim and annual dividend forecasts and revealing plans to relocate operations after part of its Shonan Plant was expropriated. The company has secured compensation for the expropriated property. See our latest analysis for Rengo. After a few months of steady gains, Rengo’s 12.75% 3-month share price return and 13.82% total shareholder return over the past year show momentum is quietly building. With dividend hikes...

Nojima (TSE:7419) unveiled a higher interim dividend and shared new financial guidance for the coming fiscal year. This gives investors fresh insight into the company’s performance expectations and cash return plans for the months ahead. See our latest analysis for Nojima. Nojima’s 1-year total shareholder return of 52.5% stands out, reflecting strong momentum and positive sentiment around recent moves such as the upgraded dividend and new earnings guidance. The 3-year total return of 168%...

Food & Life Companies recently held its 2025 earnings call on November 7, 2025, providing investors with updates on its financial and operational performance. This regular event serves as a key opportunity for stakeholders to assess the company's progress and reassess expectations going forward. With the earnings call drawing attention, we'll explore how updated financial insights may influence Food & Life Companies’ investment narrative. We've found 16 US stocks that are forecast to pay a...