Nintendo and Illumination revealed the first look at Yoshi in the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie during a Nintendo Direct presentation.
The film is scheduled for a global theatrical release in April 2026, in partnership with Universal Pictures.
Nintendo, listed as TSE:7974, is leaning further into its entertainment IP with the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, following its earlier success in film. The current share price sits at ¥9,931.0, with a 3 year return of 90.4% and a 5 year return of...
Nissan Motor (TSE:7201) agreed to sell certain assets in South Africa, signaling a potential shift in its regional operations.
The company announced a safety recall of selected 2025 and 2026 model year vehicles, affecting upcoming production and deliveries.
Both developments relate to Nissan's global footprint and its approach to product safety and risk management.
Nissan Motor, listed as TSE:7201, is a global automaker with exposure across passenger vehicles, commercial models and related...
On January 29, 2026, Canon Inc. announced a share repurchase program of up to 54,000,000 shares for ¥200,000 million, reaffirmed its dividend plans, issued earnings guidance for 2026, and confirmed upcoming leadership changes including the appointment of Kazuto Ogawa as Representative Director, President & COO.
Together, the sizable buyback authorization, stable dividend outlook, and refreshed top management highlight Canon’s focus on capital efficiency and corporate value enhancement.
We’ll...
Why Fuji Electric’s revised guidance matters now
Fuji Electric (TSE:6504) has updated its earnings outlook for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, projecting net sales of ¥1.185t, operating profit of ¥128.5b, and profit attributable to owners of parent of ¥89.0b.
The company also guided for profit per share of ¥603.81, giving investors a fresh reference point for assessing how the current share price around ¥11,700 lines up with its latest expectations.
See our latest analysis for Fuji...
Shin-Etsu Chemical Q3 2026 earnings snapshot
Shin-Etsu Chemical (TSE:4063) has just posted its Q3 2026 numbers, with revenue at ¥649.5 billion, basic EPS of ¥67.51 and net income of ¥126.5 billion, giving investors a fresh read on how the business is tracking this year. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥663.2 billion in Q3 2025 to ¥649.5 billion in Q3 2026, while basic EPS shifted from ¥69.92 to ¥67.51 and trailing twelve month EPS came in at ¥255.18, providing a view of...
Context for ORIX after recent performance
ORIX (TSE:8591) has drawn fresh attention after a year where its total return is reported at 47.09%, alongside past 3 months and month returns of 23.51% and 1.98% respectively. This has prompted closer scrutiny of its fundamentals.
See our latest analysis for ORIX.
At a share price of ¥4,644.0, ORIX has delivered a 1 year total shareholder return of 47.09%, while the 90 day share price return of 23.51% suggests recent momentum has picked up after a...
JAFCO Group (TSE:8595) has just posted its Q3 2026 numbers, reporting revenue of ¥5,789 million and basic EPS of ¥70.01, alongside trailing 12 month net profit margins that have eased to 29.4% from 33.6% a year earlier. Over recent quarters, revenue has moved between ¥4,331 million and ¥10,917 million while quarterly basic EPS has ranged from a loss of ¥3.31 to a gain of ¥73.63. This gives investors a wide set of outcomes to weigh against a backdrop of forecast earnings growth of about 15.4%...
If you are wondering whether Sumitomo Metal Mining’s recent share price strength still leaves room for value, you are not alone. This article is set up to help you frame that question clearly.
The stock last closed at ¥9,845, with returns of 20.4% over 7 days, 54.9% over 30 days, 48.3% year to date, 183.5% over 1 year, 106.1% over 3 years and 146.6% over 5 years. These figures put recent price moves front and center in any assessment of risk and opportunity.
Recent coverage has focused on...
Nippon SeisenLtd (TSE:5659) has just posted its Q3 2026 numbers, reporting revenue of ¥12.2b and basic EPS of ¥21.20, backed by net income of ¥651m. The company has reported revenue in the range of ¥11.2b to ¥12.2b across the last three quarters, while quarterly EPS moved from ¥10.27 in Q1 2026 to ¥19.11 in Q2 and ¥21.20 in Q3. This provides investors with a clearer view of how earnings are tracking through the fiscal year. With trailing net margin softer than a year ago, this set of results...
In the midst of a volatile week in global markets, where major U.S. indices like the S&P MidCap 400 and Dow Jones Industrial Average experienced declines amid geopolitical tensions and economic updates, investors are keenly observing high growth sectors for opportunities. As we explore three high growth tech stocks in this dynamic environment, it's crucial to consider companies that demonstrate strong innovation potential and resilience against market fluctuations, aligning with broader...
If you are wondering whether Yamaha Motor's current share price lines up with its underlying worth, this article walks through the key numbers that matter for value focused investors.
The stock recently closed at ¥1,150, with returns of a 6.0% decline over 7 days, 0.8% decline over 30 days, 2.2% decline year to date, 7.7% decline over 1 year, 21.4% gain over 3 years and 72.0% gain over 5 years. These figures can change how investors think about both risk and opportunity.
Recent news coverage...
On January 26, 2026, the Japanese government approved Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings’ new turnaround plan, targeting ¥3.10 trillion in cost cuts over fiscal 2025–2034 through business streamlining, reduced investment, and about ¥200 billion of share and real estate sales within three years.
The plan underscores TEPCO’s effort to rebuild its financial base while funding Fukushima-related compensation and decommissioning and preparing for rising power demand from data centers.
Next,...
Kawasaki Heavy Industries Chairman Yoshinori Kanehana recently highlighted how a strong yen affects the company’s operations while outlining growth plans in hydrogen energy, robotics, and Indian infrastructure, including a high-speed rail project.
By commissioning the world’s largest liquefied hydrogen carrier and planning larger ships and receiving terminals, Kawasaki is positioning itself as a key player in emerging green hydrogen supply chains.
Against this backdrop, we’ll examine how...
In January 2026, Disco Corporation reported nine-month results to December 31, 2025, with sales rising to ¥303,828 million and net income to ¥92,639 million, and issued full-year guidance including expected net sales of ¥419,000 million and net income of ¥126,400 million.
The company also projected an annual dividend of ¥308.00 per share, up from ¥289.00, underlining its focus on returning cash to shareholders alongside earnings growth.
We’ll now explore how Disco’s higher dividend outlook...
If you are wondering whether Nippon Steel is attractively priced or starting to look stretched, this article walks through what the current numbers really suggest about value.
The share price closed at ¥639.5, with returns showing a 4.5% decline over the last 7 days, a 0.7% decline over 30 days, a 1.7% decline year to date, but a 4.7% gain over 1 year, 35.4% over 3 years and a very large 223.7% over 5 years.
These mixed shorter term and longer term returns have kept Nippon Steel on the radar...
ROHM (TSE:6963) is back on investors’ radar after announcing mass production of its BD9xxN5 Series LDO regulator ICs, using Nano Cap control technology to deliver 500mA output for 12V and 24V power systems.
See our latest analysis for ROHM.
The new LDO launch comes after a series of product releases in power devices and AI server components, and the share price has responded with a 22.88% 30 day share price return and an 87.83% 1 year total shareholder return. This suggests that recent...