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Wondering whether Fanuc’s current share price really reflects its underlying value, or if the market is mis-pricing it? This article breaks that question down in plain terms. Fanuc’s stock has recently seen a 25.5% decline over 30 days and is down 15.9% year to date, even though the 1 year return sits at 32.4% and the 3 year return at 19.3%. Recent headlines around the automation and robotics space, as well as attention on industrial exporters in Japan, have kept Fanuc on many investors’...

In March 2026, Trend Micro’s TrendAI unit launched the Agentic Governance Gateway via its Vision One platform, a security solution designed to monitor, control, and govern autonomous AI agent interactions across enterprise systems, addressing emerging risks such as intent hijacking and cascading hallucinations highlighted at NVIDIA GTC. The product directly targets a newly exposed AI attack surface that traditional tools struggle to cover, positioning Trend Micro at the center of securing...

Toyota Motor stock moves after recent performance Toyota Motor (TSE:7203) has drawn investor attention after recent share price weakness, with the stock down around 17% over the past month and about 6% over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Toyota Motor. That recent 17% 1 month share price return decline comes after a strong run, with the 1 year total shareholder return of 23.9% and 5 year total shareholder return of 117.7% indicating longer term holders have still seen...

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and higher oil prices have quickly fed through to sentiment around Japanese automakers, with Mitsubishi Motors (TSE:7211) coming under pressure as investors reassess energy and supply chain risks. See our latest analysis for Mitsubishi Motors. The latest 1 month share price return of a 28.41% decline and year to date share price return of a 17.49% decline suggest momentum has weakened. At the same time, the 1 year and 3 year total shareholder returns...

Asahi Group Holdings, Ltd. recently approved a year-end dividend of ¥26.00 per share for fiscal 2025, down from ¥27.00 a year earlier, while also delaying the release of its first-quarter 2026 results due to lingering accounting system disruptions from a September 2025 cyberattack. By tying its dividend decision to pre-attack 2024 financials and reaffirming long-term capital allocation guidelines, Asahi is signaling a cautious but ongoing commitment to shareholder returns amid operational...

As Asian markets navigate the complexities of rising global energy prices and geopolitical tensions, investors are increasingly focused on strategies that can offer stability amid volatility. In this environment, dividend stocks stand out for their potential to provide consistent income streams, making them a compelling choice for those seeking to balance risk and reward.

A lackluster earnings announcement from GungHo Online Entertainment, Inc. ( TSE:3765 ) last week didn't sink the stock...

DENSO Corporation held a Board meeting on March 31, 2026, to adopt its mid-term management plan CORE 2030, covering fiscal years 2027 to 2031. The CORE 2030 plan marks a pivotal moment as DENSO formally sets out its multi-year priorities, giving investors clearer visibility on its long-term direction. We will now examine how the newly adopted CORE 2030 mid-term management plan may reshape DENSO’s broader investment narrative. The future of work is here. Discover the 33 top robotics and...

Kao (TSE:4452) is back in focus after its board opposed a shareholder proposal to appoint an external investigator into the company’s business and assets, putting governance and oversight questions on investors’ radar. See our latest analysis for Kao. The governance dispute has emerged following a recent share price pullback, with a 30 day share price return showing a 7.12% decline and a 1 year total shareholder return showing a 3.48% decline, compared with a 27.01% gain over three years...

Rakuten Mobile expanded its partnership with Netcracker Technology to advance its AI enabled, cloud native BSS platform and managed services. The collaboration supports nationwide 4G and 5G coverage in Japan and aims to improve digital customer experiences and operational efficiency. This development is material for Rakuten Group (TSE:4755), as Rakuten Mobile is a major growth driver within the broader group. For you as an investor looking at Rakuten Group, the focus here is on core telecom...

As global markets navigate the complexities of geopolitical tensions and fluctuating energy prices, investors are keenly observing how these factors influence economic growth and inflationary pressures. Amidst this backdrop, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential, making them an attractive consideration for those looking to weather market volatility.

Tokyo Electron (TSE:8035) has completed a previously announced share buyback program. The board is scheduled to consider a resolution on the cancellation of the repurchased treasury stock. The outcome may affect the company’s capital allocation approach and future share count. Tokyo Electron, a major supplier of semiconductor production equipment, sits at the center of chip manufacturing capacity decisions worldwide. As chipmakers adjust spending plans and process technology roadmaps,...

If you are wondering whether Fujitsu's current share price reflects its true worth, it helps to step back and look at both recent returns and what the underlying valuation signals are saying. The stock last closed at ¥3,112, with returns of 5.9% over 1 year, 75.0% over 3 years, and 100.0% over 5 years. The year-to-date move of 27.8% and recent 7-day and 30-day declines of 4.8% and 13.3% highlight that sentiment can shift quickly. Recent headlines around Fujitsu have focused on its position...

Board meeting puts Kyushu Electric Power Company in focus Kyushu Electric Power Company (TSE:9508) has called a board meeting for March 26, 2026, to review a possible move to a holding company structure and potential changes to its Representative Director, drawing fresh attention to the stock. See our latest analysis for Kyushu Electric Power Company. The upcoming board meeting comes after a mixed stretch for the shares, with a 5.76% 7 day share price return but a 9.81% 30 day decline. The 1...

Japan Post Insurance has now completed the share repurchase program announced on November 14, 2025, buying back 10,216,800 shares, or 2.77% of its outstanding stock, for ¥44,999.71 million by March 24, 2026. This completed buyback meaningfully reduces the share count and highlights the company’s recent focus on returning surplus capital to shareholders. We’ll now examine how the completed buyback program, and its impact on share count, may influence Japan Post Insurance’s investment...

If you are wondering whether Kioxia Holdings is priced for perfection or still offers value, the recent share price is giving plenty to think about. The stock closed at ¥19,965 after a very large 1 year return of around 7x, even though the last 7 days and 30 days show 7.0% and 5.9% declines and the year to date gain sits at 75.9%. Recent coverage has circled around Kioxia's position in the semiconductor supply chain and its exposure to memory demand, with investors weighing how those themes...

If you are wondering whether Fuji Electric's current share price really reflects the underlying business, the next sections break down what the numbers are actually saying about value. The stock last closed at ¥10,810, with returns of 2.9% over 7 days, a 22.3% decline over 30 days, a 10.6% decline year to date, and gains of 73.3% over 1 year, 113.7% over 3 years, and 151.7% over 5 years. This gives plenty for valuation minded investors to think about. Recent coverage has focused on Fuji...

Board meeting focus and why it matters for Ito En shareholders Ito En (TSE:2593) has called a board meeting for March 27, 2026 to review the establishment of a new subsidiary via a company split, a structural move that naturally puts the share price under the microscope for investors. See our latest analysis for Ito En. The upcoming company split decision comes after a mixed price pattern, with a 6.44% 7 day share price return contrasting with a 2.62% 30 day decline and a 53.29% 5 year total...

As global markets navigate the complexities of Middle East conflicts and energy price volatility, investor sentiment remains cautious amid mixed performances across major indices. In this environment, identifying undervalued stocks—those trading below their intrinsic value—can offer potential opportunities for investors seeking resilience against geopolitical and economic uncertainties.

Nintendo recently showcased hands-on experiences for Super Mario Bros. Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park, Pokémon Pokopia, and Pokémon Champions at PAX East 2026 in Boston, highlighting new co‑op modes, crafting features, and online battle options for Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch players. This event underlines how Nintendo is using major conventions as a stage to highlight exclusive Nintendo Switch 2 content and deepen engagement across its core Super...

Eisai and its partners recently reported real-world data at the AD/PD 2026 conference showing that most early Alzheimer’s patients in the U.S. remained on intravenous lecanemab beyond 18 months, with persistence still above two-thirds at 24 months, broadly aligning with outcomes seen in the Phase 3 Clarity AD trial and its long-term extension. The new findings, alongside expanding approvals and filings for more convenient maintenance and subcutaneous lecanemab dosing, reinforce the therapy’s...

The Asian markets have been navigating a complex landscape marked by energy price volatility and geopolitical tensions, with these factors significantly influencing investor sentiment and economic outlooks across the region. Amidst this backdrop, high growth tech stocks in Asia are drawing attention for their potential to offer robust returns despite broader market uncertainties. In such an environment, a good stock is often characterized by strong fundamentals, resilience to external shocks...

In March 2026, J. Front Retailing Co., Ltd. reported that its consolidated sales for February rose 13.2%, with year‑to‑date sales up 3.2%. This acceleration in monthly and year‑to‑date sales offers a fresh data point on how the group’s renovation, inbound and content initiatives may be resonating with customers. With February’s strong 13.2% consolidated sales growth as a backdrop, we’ll now examine how this update influences J. Front Retailing’s investment narrative. Invest in the nuclear...

In March 2026, T&D Holdings, Inc. raised its fiscal 2026 ordinary revenue forecast to ¥3.42 trillion and lifted expected earnings per share to ¥237.45, citing stronger-than-anticipated insurance premium income from higher sales of single premium products, while leaving profit guidance unchanged. The company also increased its year-end dividend guidance to ¥68 per share and introduced a new policy targeting cash dividends of about 60% of five-year average Group adjusted profit, signaling a...