Japanese Metals and Mining Stock News

Mitsui Chemicals (TSE:4183) just updated its outlook for the full year, lowering its operating income forecast and indicating that sales revenue will fall short of earlier estimates. The company attributes this shift mainly to declining selling prices and the impact of business restructuring. See our latest analysis for Mitsui Chemicals. While Mitsui Chemicals’ updated outlook weighed on sentiment, the company’s recent stock split and steady dividend helped steady the mood. The share price...

Ono Pharmaceutical recently received supplemental approval in Japan for Braftovi (encorafenib) capsule in combination with cetuximab and chemotherapy for treating unresectable, advanced, or recurrent colorectal cancer with BRAF mutation, following positive Phase III trial results. This milestone reflects Ono's ongoing progress in advancing new cancer therapies, supported by rigorous global clinical study data and regulatory recognition. We'll explore how regulatory progress in oncology,...

Seiko Group (TSE:8050) just announced higher dividends for both the quarter and the full year, as well as updated earnings guidance for fiscal 2026. This signals stronger confidence from management in future performance. See our latest analysis for Seiko Group. Seiko Group’s steady confidence has clearly resonated with investors, as the share price has climbed 41.3% year-to-date and the one-year total shareholder return stands at a robust 67.8%. The company’s multi-year track record is even...

SCSK (TSE:9719) has caught the attention of investors following recent market activity. Over the past month, shares have climbed 32%. This has prompted questions about what may be behind the strong performance and how the stock is currently valued. See our latest analysis for SCSK. SCSK’s share price has climbed with a 31.8% gain over the past month and has more than doubled for shareholders in the past year. This suggests that momentum is building quickly as market optimism grows around the...

Dai-ichi Life Holdings recently raised its consolidated earnings guidance and increased the year-end dividend forecast, citing stronger gains on securities sales due to robust stock prices and overall improved profitability for the period ending March 31, 2026. An important aspect is the company's expectation for higher net income and ordinary revenues, set against a backdrop of new share issuances and upcoming dividend payments, which signal changing priorities in capital management and...

United Urban Investment (TSE:8960) just announced a substantial follow-on equity offering, setting the stage for ¥22.9 billion in new common stock units. This move raises questions about capital allocation and its impact on existing shareholders. See our latest analysis for United Urban Investment. United Urban Investment’s follow-on equity offering comes after a robust run, with the 1-year total shareholder return at an impressive 39.2% and the share price up more than 30% year-to-date...

Konica Minolta (TSE:4902) shares have seen quiet trading recently, with a small rise over the past month despite mild volatility earlier this year. Investors and market watchers are keeping an eye on valuation trends as results unfold. See our latest analysis for Konica Minolta. Momentum has started to build again for Konica Minolta, with a 13.6% gain in its 1-month share price, adding to a robust 20.4% jump over the past three months. Despite the recent upswing, the company’s 1-year total...

Yokohama Financial Group (TSE:7186) just raised its earnings forecast for the year, citing gains in both net interest income and commissions. At the same time, it introduced a new share buyback plan and increased dividends. See our latest analysis for Yokohama Financial Group. Shares of Yokohama Financial Group have seen a notable boost this year, with the stock delivering a year-to-date share price return of 40.8% and an impressive one-year total shareholder return of nearly 43%. Momentum...

JVCKENWOOD Corporation announced and swiftly completed a repurchase of 3,513,700 shares for ¥5,000 million, representing 2.39% of its issued share capital, following board authorization on November 13, 2025. This buyback was designed to improve return on equity and earnings per share, as well as to mitigate the anticipated impact from a recent issuance of zero coupon convertible bonds. We'll examine how this rapid share buyback, aimed at boosting key financial metrics, contributes to...

Nichirei Corporation recently announced a capital increase in its logistics subsidiary Nichirei Logistics Group Inc. to boost its temperature-controlled logistics network in the ASEAN region, while also confirming dividend payments and releasing new earnings forecasts for the fiscal year ending March 2026. This move highlights Nichirei's focus on expanding cross-border transportation capabilities and signals a strong commitment to growing its presence in the fast-developing Southeast Asian...

Mitsubishi HC Capital Inc. recently announced its half-year earnings for the period ended September 30, 2025, reporting sales of JPY 1.13 trillion and net income of JPY 88.79 billion, along with an increased interim dividend of JPY 22.00 per share payable December 5, 2025. The company also provided guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, projecting net income of JPY 160 billion and earnings per share of JPY 111.44, reflecting management’s forward-looking expectations. We’ll now...

On November 11, 2025, Hikari Tsushin, Inc. announced a share repurchase program of up to 350,000 shares for ¥10,000 million, increased its dividend guidance, and raised its profit forecast for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. This combination highlights the company's intention to enhance shareholder returns through both direct capital distribution and a strengthened earnings outlook. We'll examine how Hikari Tsushin's new buyback program influences its investment narrative and...

Isuzu Motors (TSE:7202) released its second quarter 2026 earnings, confirmed dividends for the quarter and fiscal year, and shared new guidance for the year ending March 2026. These updates shaped investor expectations today. See our latest analysis for Isuzu Motors. Isuzu Motors’ shares have picked up noticeable momentum lately, jumping 22.2% in the past 30 days due to steady earnings updates and confirmed dividends. This boost adds to a solid 1-year total shareholder return of 23.7%, with...

Sysmex Corporation recently announced it will absorb its wholly owned subsidiary, Sysmex Medica Co., Ltd., through an absorption-type merger effective April 1, 2026, to streamline equipment production and enhance efficiency. This move comes as the company adjusts its full-year sales forecast downward due to ongoing currency pressures and challenging market conditions in China. With the absorption merger aiming to improve productivity, we'll explore how these structural changes impact...

Fuluhashi EPO Corporation's ( TSE:9221 ) stock was strong after they recently reported robust earnings. However, our...

Mitsubishi Paper Mills Limited's ( TSE:3864 ) investors are due to receive a payment of ¥15.00 per share on 9th of...

SoftBank Group Corp. ( TSE:9984 ) shares have retraced a considerable 28% in the last month, reversing a fair amount of...

Intertrade Co.,Ltd. ( TSE:3747 ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow with a...

Investors were disappointed with Oriental Consultants Holdings Company Limited's ( TSE:2498 ) earnings, despite the...

Furukawa Electric Co., Ltd.'s ( TSE:5801 ) stock was strong after they recently reported robust earnings. However, we...

Investors were underwhelmed by the solid earnings posted by Howa Machinery, Ltd. ( TSE:6203 ) recently. We have done...

Tokio Marine Holdings, Inc. recently announced board approval for a sizeable share repurchase program of up to 80 million shares, representing 4.2% of issued share capital, for ¥130.00 billion, alongside an upward revision to its annual dividend forecast to ¥211 per share for the year ending March 31, 2026. This combination of enhanced shareholder return initiatives reflects the company’s ongoing emphasis on capital flexibility and commitment to aligning dividends with profit growth. We'll...

Despite posting healthy earnings, Nihon Falcom Corporation's ( TSE:3723 ) stock has been quite weak. Along with the...

Kansai Paint Co., Ltd.'s ( TSE:4613 ) healthy profit numbers didn't contain any surprises for investors. We believe...