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Shareholders in Olympus Corporation ( TSE:7733 ) had a terrible week, as shares crashed 21% to JP¥1,563 in the week...

Shareholders of Mitsui Kinzoku Company, Limited ( TSE:5706 ) will be pleased this week, given that the stock price is...

Eisai Co., Ltd.'s ( TSE:4523 ) stock showed strength, with investors undeterred by its weak earnings report. We think...

Shareholders of MTG Co., Ltd. ( TSE:7806 ) will be pleased this week, given that the stock price is up 20% to JP¥5,270...

There's been a major selloff in Appier Group, Inc. ( TSE:4180 ) shares in the week since it released its annual report...

Shareholders of Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. ( TSE:7272 ) will be pleased this week, given that the stock price is up 15% to...

Shareholders of ASICS Corporation ( TSE:7936 ) will be pleased this week, given that the stock price is up 16% to...

In recent weeks, Efficient Power Conversion announced a licensing deal giving Renesas Electronics access to its low-voltage eGaN power technology, while Renesas also expanded a multi‑billion‑dollar manufacturing collaboration with GlobalFoundries to support advanced automotive and industrial chips. Together, these agreements deepen Renesas’ capabilities in next‑generation power and automotive semiconductors while bolstering supply resilience through both second‑sourced GaN devices and...

In February 2026, Toray Industries reported nine‑month results showing broadly flat sales at ¥1,919,493 million but lower net income of ¥40,164 million year on year, and also updated full‑year guidance with revenue trimmed to ¥2,600,000 million while core operating income and profit forecasts were maintained. At the same time, Toray joined a 14‑company, five‑country renewable plastics supply chain for Sony’s audio‑visual products and reshaped its senior leadership, signaling a focus on...

Asahi Kasei Corporation recently reported nine‑month results to December 31, 2025, with sales of ¥2,261,263 million and net income rising to ¥120,607 million, alongside basic earnings per share of ¥88.82 from continuing operations. At the same time, the company revised its full-year guidance to forecast net sales of ¥3.07 trillion, operating income of ¥225,000 million, and net income attributable to owners of the parent of ¥145,000 million, implying full-year earnings per share of...

In February 2026, Sanrio Company, Ltd. raised its full-year guidance for the year ending March 31, 2026, lifting net sales expectations to JPY 190,600 million, operating profit to JPY 75,100 million, profit attributable to owners of parent to JPY 52,000 million (JPY 215.84 EPS), and increasing its planned year-end dividend to JPY 35.00 per share while approving a stock split and related amendments to its Articles of Incorporation effective April 1, 2026. The company linked these upgrades and...

Guidance cut and nine month earnings set the context for Iwatani shares Iwatani (TSE:8088) recently reduced its full year earnings guidance while also reporting steady nine month results. This combination puts the stock in focus for how investors weigh risk in its core businesses. See our latest analysis for Iwatani. Iwatani's share price is at ¥1,887.5, with a 1 day share price return of 1.72% but a 7 day share price return showing a 4.62% decline. Its 1 year total shareholder return of...

What THK’s recent performance could mean for investors THK (TSE:6481) has drawn fresh attention after a recent move in its share price, with the stock showing mixed short term swings but positive returns over the month and past 3 months. See our latest analysis for THK. At the current share price of ¥4,768, THK’s recent 9.5% 1 month share price return and 26.2% 3 month share price return sit alongside a 36.0% 1 year total shareholder return. This suggests that momentum has been building over...

Toyo Tanso (TSE:5310) has wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of ¥12.1b and basic EPS of ¥44.49, capping a year in which trailing twelve month revenue came in at ¥46.2b and EPS at ¥260.53. Over the past few quarters, the company has seen revenue move from ¥14.0b and EPS of ¥132.13 in Q4 FY 2024 to ¥11.1b and EPS of ¥88.21 in Q3 FY 2025, before landing at the latest Q4 figures. This sets up a results season in which investors are closely watching how margins are holding up against...

Metaplanet (TSE:3350) closed FY 2025 with Q4 revenue of ¥4.4 billion and a basic EPS loss of ¥94.68, alongside trailing twelve month revenue of ¥8.9 billion and a basic EPS loss of ¥131.34. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move from ¥877.24 million in Q1 2025 to ¥1.24 billion in Q2, ¥2.4 billion in Q3 and ¥4.4 billion in Q4. Quarterly EPS moved from a loss of ¥12.35 in Q1 to profits of ¥19.91 in Q2 and ¥9.56 in Q3, before dropping back into a deeper loss in Q4. This keeps the...

Bridgestone (TSE:5108) has wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of ¥1.19t and basic EPS of ¥88.55, setting the tone for a year in which trailing twelve month revenue came in at ¥4.43t and EPS reached ¥238.37. Over recent quarters, revenue has moved from ¥1.05t in Q1 2025 to ¥1.19t in Q4 2025, while quarterly EPS has ranged from ¥29.27 in Q2 to ¥88.55 in Q4. This gives investors a clearer view of how earnings have tracked alongside a larger sales base. With trailing net margins...

In recent weeks, global markets have experienced a mix of volatility and cautious optimism, with U.S. stocks declining amid concerns over AI disruptions and stronger-than-expected job gains dampening hopes for near-term rate cuts. Amid these fluctuating conditions, investors are increasingly on the lookout for undervalued stocks that may offer potential value in a market where indices like the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 have faced downward pressure. Identifying such opportunities often...

As global markets navigate the complexities of AI disruption and fluctuating economic indicators, investors are increasingly seeking stability amidst volatility. Dividend stocks, known for their potential to provide consistent income and mitigate risk, have become an attractive option in such uncertain times.

In February 2026, Yokogawa Electric reported that nine-month sales rose to ¥434,315 million and net income increased to ¥44,838 million, while also raising its full-year guidance for net sales, operating profit, and earnings per share through March 31, 2026. The company coupled these stronger results and upgraded outlook with a sizeable planned dividend increase to ¥46.00 per share and a broad reshaping of its executive structure effective April 1, 2026, signalling a refreshed approach to...

Japan Airlines Co., Ltd. recently completed a share repurchase program announced in October 2025, buying back 6,839,400 shares, or 1.57% of its stock, for ¥19,999.74 million by February 5, 2026, while also reporting net income of ¥113,742 million for the nine months ended December 31, 2025. The combination of higher net income and earnings per share alongside a completed buyback program highlights management’s focus on both profitability and capital returns to shareholders. We will now...

CKD Corporation ( TSE:6407 ) investors will be delighted, with the company turning in some strong numbers with its...

It's been a good week for Rakus Co., Ltd. ( TSE:3923 ) shareholders, because the company has just released its latest...

As global markets grapple with concerns over AI disruptions and economic shifts, Asian stock markets have shown resilience, with Japan's indices experiencing notable gains and China's benchmarks inching higher. In this environment, dividend stocks in Asia can offer a compelling opportunity for investors seeking steady income streams amidst market volatility.

Amidst a backdrop of fluctuating global markets, Asian stocks have shown resilience with Japan's indices surging and China's benchmarks modestly rising ahead of the Lunar New Year holidays. As investors navigate these dynamic conditions, identifying promising small-cap stocks in Asia can offer unique opportunities for growth, particularly those that demonstrate strong fundamentals and adaptability in a shifting economic landscape.