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As global markets grapple with the disruptive potential of artificial intelligence and fluctuating economic indicators, investors are seeking opportunities amidst volatility. In this environment, identifying stocks that may be undervalued could offer a strategic advantage, as they might possess strong fundamentals yet remain overlooked due to broader market concerns.

In the current global market landscape, concerns over AI disruption have led to a decline in major U.S. stock indexes, with the Nasdaq Composite experiencing a notable drop. Despite these fluctuations, strong job gains in the U.S. and easing inflation rates globally are key factors influencing investor sentiment and expectations for monetary policy adjustments. In such an environment, growth companies with high insider ownership can be appealing as they often signal confidence from those...

In the current global market landscape, U.S. stocks have faced declines due to AI disruption concerns, while European markets remain volatile and Japan's stock markets have surged following political developments. Amid these fluctuating conditions, dividend stocks can offer a source of steady income and potential stability for investors seeking reliable returns in an uncertain environment.

Earnings event puts Eisai in focus Eisai (TSE:4523) is back in the spotlight after reporting nine month earnings to December 31, 2025, with higher sales but softer net income and earnings per share catching investor attention. See our latest analysis for Eisai. The mixed earnings update and the recent board meeting appear to sit against a backdrop where momentum has picked up in the short term. The 7 day share price return is 9.40% and the 1 year total shareholder return is 18.49%, even...

What Toyota Industries stock’s recent move means for investors Toyota Industries (TSE:6201) has drawn attention after recent share price gains over the past month and past 3 months, prompting investors to reassess how its current valuation lines up with its fundamentals. See our latest analysis for Toyota Industries. While the latest 1-day share price return shows a 1.1% decline to ¥20,220, the 90-day share price return of 17.8% and 1-year total shareholder return of 63.1% point to momentum...

ASICS Corporation recently reported full-year 2025 results showing sales of ¥810,916 million and net income of ¥98,719 million, alongside a higher annual dividend of ¥16.00 per share and new 2026 earnings guidance. The company also approved the disposal of treasury shares as performance-linked restricted share compensation and signaled larger dividends for 2026, highlighting a stronger focus on aligning management incentives with shareholder returns. We will now examine how ASICS’ upgraded...

Kaga Electronics Co., Ltd. previously held a board meeting on February 12, 2026, to announce upcoming organizational and personnel changes within the company. On the same day, the company reported nine‑month results to December 31, 2025, with higher sales of ¥445,475 million and net income of ¥24,308 million, leading to a sharp rise in basic earnings per share to ¥485.11 from ¥241.97 a year earlier. Next, we will examine how this strong uplift in earnings and profitability shapes Kaga...

Hard Off Corporation Co.,Ltd.'s ( TSE:2674 ) investors are due to receive a payment of ¥78.00 per share on 25th of...

Nippon Air conditioning Services Co., Ltd.'s ( TSE:4658 ) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the...

CKD (TSE:6407) is back on investors’ radar after reporting weaker nine-month sales and profits, cutting its planned annual dividend, yet still keeping its full-year forecast and cautious guidance intact. See our latest analysis for CKD. The recent earnings update and dividend cut appear to have reset expectations, yet the share price has still delivered a 15.56% 30 day share price return and a 96.92% 1 year total shareholder return, pointing to strong momentum rather than fading...

Traders Holdings Co.,Ltd.'s ( TSE:8704 ) dividend will be increasing from last year's payment of the same period to...

MITSUI E&S Co., Ltd. reported past nine-month results to December 31, 2025, with sales rising to JPY 253,183 million while net income and earnings per share from continuing operations decreased versus the prior-year period. On the same day, the board moved to dispose of treasury shares as restricted shares to the MITSUI E&S Employee Shareholding Association, highlighting a focus on employee ownership and capital structure management. With recent returns in focus, we’ll examine how weaker...

In February 2026, Shiseido Company reported that full-year 2025 sales slipped to ¥969,992 million while net loss widened to ¥40,680 million, even as it guided for 2026 net sales of ¥990,000 million, operating profit of ¥59,000 million and profit attributable to owners of parent of ¥42,000 million. Despite the 2025 loss, management raised its annual dividend guidance to ¥30 per share and outlined earnings guidance implying a return to profitability, underscoring confidence in cash generation...

With a price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 22.3x Nihon Kohden Corporation ( TSE:6849 ) may be sending bearish signals...

Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...

Nissin Foods Holdings Co., Ltd. has reported past nine‑month results to December 31, 2025, with sales rising to ¥586,555 million while net income and earnings per share from continuing operations fell compared with the previous year. The combination of higher revenue but weaker profitability underscores how cost pressures or mix effects can weigh on earnings even when top-line growth continues. Next, we’ll examine how this contrast between growing sales and softer earnings shapes Nissin...

Guidance update and dividend plans draw fresh attention to MTG MTG (TSE:7806) has come into focus after revising its earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, along with plans for a higher annual dividend tied to recent quarterly results. The company now expects net sales of ¥128,000 million, operating profit of ¥14,000 million, and profit attributable to owners of parent of ¥9,500 million, or ¥241.82 per basic share. See our latest analysis for MTG. MTG’s guidance...

Nintendo stock performance snapshot Nintendo (TSE:7974) has recently drawn investor attention after a stretch of weaker share performance. The stock is down about 21% year to date and 25% over the past year. See our latest analysis for Nintendo. The recent 30 day share price return of 20.63% and 90 day share price return of 37.83% show momentum has been fading, even though the 3 year total shareholder return of 63.82% is still positive. If Nintendo’s recent pullback has you rethinking where...

Why the latest governance proposals matter for shareholders A shareholder proposal targeting governance reforms at Kobayashi Pharmaceutical (TSE:4967) has put the upcoming March 27 AGM in focus, as the Board opposes all four Oasis Japan Strategic Fund items. See our latest analysis for Kobayashi Pharmaceutical. The shareholder proposals appear to have sharpened interest in Kobayashi Pharmaceutical, with the share price at ¥5,506 and a 7 day share price return of 3.95%. This comes even as the...

Nissan Motor (TSE:7201) has come back into focus after revising its earnings guidance, pairing a forecast net loss of ¥650b with a sharply lower operating loss outlook under its Re:Nissan recovery plan. See our latest analysis for Nissan Motor. The guidance revision and latest quarterly results appear to have caught investors’ attention, with an 8.76% 1 day share price return and a 22.43% 90 day share price return at ¥447.0. However, the 5 year total shareholder return of 19.18% highlights...

Morinaga Milk Industry Co., Ltd. held a board meeting on February 12, 2026 to consider changes to its Representative Director and, on the same day, reported earnings for the nine months ended December 31, 2025. The company’s nine-month performance showed higher sales of ¥437,822 million and net income of ¥21,936 million, with earnings per share rising meaningfully year on year. We will now examine how this strong earnings growth, especially the jump in net income and earnings per share,...

Broad Enterprise Co.,Ltd. ( TSE:4415 ) just released a solid earnings report, and the stock displayed some strength...

Suntory Beverage & Food (TSE:2587) shares were in focus after the company released full year 2025 results, issued 2026 earnings guidance, and affirmed dividends. This gave investors fresh numbers to reassess the stock. See our latest analysis for Suntory Beverage & Food. At a share price of ¥4,847, Suntory Beverage & Food has had a mixed few months, with a 7 day share price return of 7.59% decline and a 90 day share price return of 3.56% decline. However, its 1 year total shareholder return...

Daio Paper (TSE:3880) is back in focus after reporting a shift to positive earnings with forecasts for higher operating and ordinary profits, along with a broad leadership reshuffle approved at its February 13 board meeting. See our latest analysis for Daio Paper. The share price has reacted quickly to the earnings recovery story, with a 1-day share price return of 6.14% and a 7-day move of 10.82%, contributing to a 90-day share price return of 23.58%. Over a longer horizon, total shareholder...