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Why Tokai Rika’s delayed earnings matter for shareholders Tokai Rika (TSE:6995) recently postponed its fiscal 2026 earnings release after identifying an error in the accounting treatment of tax effects tied to defined benefit obligations, prompting a multi year revision of past financial statements. See our latest analysis for Tokai Rika. The postponed earnings have landed at a time when the share price, now at ¥2,887, has seen weaker short term momentum, with a 1 month share price return...

OBICLtd (TSE:4684) has drawn investor attention after unveiling a share repurchase program of up to 10,000,000 shares, along with higher dividends and fresh earnings guidance, all released with its latest annual results. See our latest analysis for OBICLtd. The latest package of earnings, dividend increases and the new share repurchase plan appears to have shifted sentiment, with a 9.60% 1 month share price return contrasting with a 12.33% decline year to date and a 12.30% fall in 1 year...

Wondering whether Nintendo’s share price reflects its true worth, or if the market is mispricing a global gaming giant? This article focuses squarely on what you are getting for the price you pay. Nintendo’s stock has recently faced pressure, with a 6.0% decline over the last 7 days, a 14.0% decline over 30 days, and returns of 25.6% lower year to date and 29.4% lower over the last year, even though the 3 year and 5 year returns sit at 47.6% and 43.4% respectively. These moves are occurring...

Hokkaido Electric Power Company (TSE:9509) has called an April 28, 2026 board meeting to consider a notice regarding a potential increase in its year end dividend from surplus, a move income focused investors will watch closely. See our latest analysis for Hokkaido Electric Power Company. At a share price of ¥1,037.0, Hokkaido Electric Power Company's recent 1 day share price return of 2.88% and 7 day share price return of 2.07% stand against a 1 year total shareholder return of 55.00%,...

Recent share performance context OSG (TSE:6136) has attracted fresh attention after a strong run in recent months, with the share price up around 27% over the past month and 25% over the past three months. See our latest analysis for OSG. That recent surge sits on top of a longer stretch of strength, with a 40.25% year to date share price return and a 99.92% 1 year total shareholder return suggesting that momentum has been building rather than fading. If you are looking beyond OSG for other...

If you are wondering whether ARCHION at ¥326 is starting to look like value or still too risky for your portfolio, this article walks through what the current share price may imply. The stock has seen sharp moves recently, with returns of an 11.7% decline over 7 days, a 15.8% decline over 30 days and an 18.1% decline year to date, adding to a 26.7% decline over 1 year, a 39.6% decline over 3 years and a 64.0% decline over 5 years. These price moves sit against a backdrop of continuing...

Fanuc stock overview after recent performance swing Fanuc (TSE:6954) has attracted investor attention after a recent share price move, with a 4.1% decline over the past day contrasting with gains over the past week, month, and past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Fanuc. That sharp 4.1% one day share price pullback comes after a strong run, with a 21.53% 1 month share price return and a 91.97% 1 year total shareholder return. This suggests momentum has been positive even as shorter term...

As global markets navigate geopolitical uncertainties and inflationary pressures, investors are increasingly turning their attention to stable income-generating opportunities. In this environment, dividend stocks in Asia offer a compelling option for those seeking consistent returns, as they combine the potential for capital appreciation with regular income streams.

Recent share performance and business mix Rakuten Group (TSE:4755) has drawn investor attention after a mixed stretch in its share performance, with a gain over the past month but a decline over the past 3 months and year to date. At a last close of ¥775 and a market value of about ¥1.68t, the company sits at the intersection of e-commerce, fintech and mobile services, with operations centered in Japan but extending to the Americas, Europe and other Asian markets. Revenue of ¥2.50b is spread...

Takeda Pharmaceutical (TSE:4502) has secured exclusive U.S. development and commercialization rights to rusfertide. The change follows Protagonist Therapeutics' decision to opt out of the collaboration. Rusfertide is currently under FDA Priority Review in the U.S. For investors watching Takeda, this move centers attention on its rare disease pipeline and its broader focus on specialty medicines. By taking full U.S. control of rusfertide, Takeda aligns the asset with its existing...

Why the Oracle Ridge agreement matters for Nittetsu Mining Nittetsu Mining (TSE:1515) has agreed to invest up to US$20 million over four years in the Oracle Ridge copper exploration project in Arizona, securing 100% offtake rights and an 80% joint venture stake. See our latest analysis for Nittetsu Mining. The Oracle Ridge agreement comes at a time when Nittetsu Mining's share price has shown mixed momentum, with a 1-day share price return of 5.99% compared to a 90-day share price return...

EXEDY (TSE:7278) has released its FY 2026 results with fourth quarter revenue of ¥77,485 million and basic EPS of ¥70.91, while trailing twelve month revenue came in at ¥303.9 billion with basic EPS of ¥374.31. Over recent periods, revenue has moved between ¥76,181 million in FY 2025 Q4 and ¥78,299 million in FY 2026 Q3, with quarterly EPS ranging from ¥67.81 to ¥131.69. This provides a clear view of how the top line and EPS have shifted through the year. With net profit margins edging higher...

Electric Power Development (TSE:9513) has announced new unsecured fixed income offerings, including ¥7.7 billion of 3.709% bonds due April 20, 2046, alongside additional unsecured bonds maturing April 18, 2036. See our latest analysis for Electric Power Development. The share price, which last closed at ¥3,883, has had a 19.29% year-to-date share price return and a 59.24% total shareholder return over one year, with recent bond issuance potentially influencing how investors view future...

Last week, you might have seen that METAWATER Co., Ltd. ( TSE:9551 ) released its full-year result to the market. The...

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Sanyo Denki (TSE:6516) has capped FY 2026 with fourth quarter revenue of ¥29.2b and basic EPS of ¥81.82, while trailing twelve month revenue sits at ¥107.3b with basic EPS of ¥243.89, alongside earnings growth of 53.6% over the last year. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥26.1b in Q4 FY 2025 to ¥29.2b in Q4 FY 2026, with basic EPS shifting from ¥45.73 to ¥81.82 over the same period. This sets up a results set where improved net profit margins are front and center for investors...

Last week's earnings announcement from Yoshimura Food Holdings K.K. ( TSE:2884 ) was disappointing to investors, with a...

Investors may be wondering whether Terumo's current share price still reflects its true worth, or if the recent weakness has opened up a potential opportunity. The stock last closed at ¥2,055.5, with returns of a 4.2% decline over 7 days, a 3.6% decline over 30 days, a 9.1% decline year to date, and a 24.3% decline over the past year, set against modest gains over 3 and 5 years of 3.7% and 4.6% respectively. Recent coverage has focused on Terumo's role within the medical equipment space and...

As you might know, Keyence Corporation ( TSE:6861 ) just kicked off its latest yearly results with some very strong...

If you are wondering whether Daiichi Sankyo Company is priced attractively right now, it helps to separate short term share price swings from a clearer view of underlying value. The stock last closed at ¥2,650.5, with a 9.1% decline over 7 days, a 9.5% decline over 30 days, a 24.9% decline year to date and a 22.6% decline over the past year. These moves may have changed how the market views its risk and reward profile. Recent news coverage has focused on Daiichi Sankyo Company in the context...

The full-year results for Kikkoman Corporation ( TSE:2801 ) were released last week, making it a good time to revisit...

As you might know, Chugai Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. ( TSE:4519 ) just kicked off its latest first-quarter results with...

If you are wondering whether NTT’s current share price offers fair value or not, the key is to separate the recent noise from what the numbers actually say about the business. The stock last closed at ¥151.1, with returns of 4.9% over 1 year and 61.0% over 5 years. Over the past 30 days the share price shows a 5.0% decline, and the year-to-date return sits at a 5.3% decline. Recent coverage has focused on NTT’s position as a major telecom player in Japan and how it fits into ongoing sector...

FUJIFILM Holdings Corporation announced that it has begun offsetting 100% of its group companies’ electricity usage in the United States and Canada through renewable energy certificates tied to a Texas-based solar project, under a Virtual Power Purchase Agreement with Geronimo Power. This arrangement supports generation of 300,000 MWh annually, corresponding to about 90,000 metric tons of CO2 emissions per year, covering roughly 10% of the Fujifilm Group’s global annual CO2 emissions as of...