TSE:9861
TSE:9861Hospitality

Will Double-Digit Earnings and Higher Dividends Change Yoshinoya Holdings' (TSE:9861) Narrative?

Yoshinoya Holdings announced an increase in its interim dividend to ¥11 per share and raised its annual dividend forecast to ¥22 following a board meeting held on October 9, 2025. This move coincided with a strong financial performance in the first half of 2025, highlighted by double-digit growth in net sales and operating profit, and an upward revision of full-year earnings projections. We'll explore how Yoshinoya Holdings' increased commitment to shareholder returns shapes its investment...
TSE:4443
TSE:4443Software

Regulatory Momentum and Profit Surge Might Change the Case For Investing In Sansan (TSE:4443)

Sansan Inc recently released its Q1 FY2025 financial results, reporting accelerated growth across all business segments and a very large 178.8% increase in adjusted operating profit. The company highlighted strong expansion potential for its Bill One invoice management solution, supported by favorable regulatory changes in Japan. We'll examine how supportive regulatory trends for Bill One are shaping Sansan's investment narrative following these results. The end of cancer? These 28 emerging...
TSE:6814
TSE:6814Electronic

Furuno Electric (TSE:6814) Is Up 9.2% After Raising FY26 Q2 Forecasts on Strong Marine Sales – Has The Bull Case Changed?

Furuno Electric recently announced a substantial upward revision to its fiscal 2026 second quarter earnings and dividend forecasts, attributing the change to strong marine business sales, especially from higher merchant vessel deliveries and successful new products in the pleasure boat segment, alongside lower interim tax expenses. This adjustment follows positive momentum from both international market dynamics, such as increased demand influenced by U.S. tariff changes, and favorable tax...
TSE:7701
TSE:7701Electronic

Shimadzu (TSE:7701): Reviewing Valuation After Optimistic UBS Outlook on China Growth and New Launches

Shimadzu (TSE:7701) recently grabbed investors’ attention after UBS shared a positive view on the company’s outlook. The optimism centers on anticipated new product launches and strengthening private-sector demand in China, which are key themes for potential growth. See our latest analysis for Shimadzu. Shimadzu’s share price has gained strong momentum recently, climbing 7% over the past month and 13.7% over 90 days. This likely reflects renewed optimism about growth opportunities in China...
TSE:8282
TSE:8282Specialty Retail

K's Holdings (TSE:8282): Exploring Valuation Following Completion of Major Share Buyback Program

K's Holdings (TSE:8282) has wrapped up its previously announced share repurchase, buying back 5,437,100 shares, or about 3.4% of the company. This move often catches investor attention because of its impact on value and future earnings. See our latest analysis for K's Holdings. The recent completion of K's Holdings' buyback program comes with the share price now at ¥1,547.5, capping off a year in which short-term momentum has softened. The company’s total return over three years sits at an...
TSE:8015
TSE:8015Trade Distributors

Is Toyota Tsusho’s Rally Sustainable After 58% Surge and New Battery Recycling Venture?

Thinking about what to do with Toyota Tsusho stock? You’re definitely not alone. With a 427.4% gain over five years and a 58.0% jump just since the start of this year, Toyota Tsusho’s latest moves are catching the eye of investors everywhere. Whether you’ve been holding on for years or are wondering if it’s worth jumping in, the bigger question right now is valuation. The stock has enjoyed a 2.7% bump over the last week and a 9.4% move in the past month, reflecting growing confidence in the...