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TOTO (TSE:5332) posted a one-off loss of ¥38.8 billion for the twelve months ending September 30, 2025, driving its net profit margin down to 0.6% from last year’s 5.2%. Over the last five years, the company’s earnings have declined by an average of 5.5% per year. Looking ahead, forecasts point to revenue growth of 2.6% each year, which trails the broader Japanese market, while consensus estimates signal robust annual earnings growth of 30.9%. With a recent dip in margins and questions about...

Sumitomo (TSE:8053) reported net profit margins of 8.3%, up from 5% a year earlier, with EPS rising sharply as earnings surged 71.4% year-over-year, which is more than double the company’s five-year average annual earnings growth of 30.1%. While the company’s profitability and high-quality earnings have drawn attention, management is signaling caution, as revenue is forecast to rise 4.5% annually in line with the broader Japanese market but earnings are expected to edge down slightly at...

F&MLtd (TSE:4771) delivered a net profit margin of 10.9% this year, up from 9% last year, with annual earnings surging 49.2%. This growth rate is well ahead of its five-year compound annual rate of 13.3%. Over the past five years, earnings have grown at 13.3% per year, with the latest results highlighting a track record of high-quality profitability. See our full analysis for F&MLtd. Next, we will measure these headline numbers against the prevailing narratives for F&MLtd. Some expectations...

Last week, you might have seen that Disco Corporation ( TSE:6146 ) released its interim result to the market. The early...

Daito Pharmaceutical Co.,Ltd.'s ( TSE:4577 ) investors are due to receive a payment of ¥20.00 per share on 3rd of...

Kamakura Shinsho, Ltd. ( TSE:6184 ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of ¥20.00 per share on the 21st of April...

Feed One Ltd. (TSE:2060) posted steady earnings growth at an annual rate of 8.5% over the past five years; however, the latest filing reveals recent momentum has slowed, with earnings growth declining over the past year and net profit margin contracting to 1.8% from 2% a year ago. Against this softer near-term result, the market sees a valuation opportunity: shares trade at just 7.5 times earnings, well below the Japanese food industry average of 16.3 times and a peer group average of 25.7...

LIXIL (TSE:5938) has swung to profitability over the past year, now forecasting earnings growth of 30.7% per year, significantly outpacing the Japanese market's 7.8% annual forecast. Revenue growth, however, is expected to lag at just 2.5% per year compared to the market average of 4.5%. With earnings having declined by 37.6% annually over the past five years, these new growth projections mark a major shift for the business. This sets the stage for a sharply improved net profit margin and...

Last week saw the newest half-yearly earnings release from SAKURA Internet Inc. ( TSE:3778 ), an important milestone in...

Ryoyu Systems Co., Ltd. ( TSE:4685 ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 25% after a shaky period...

It's been a mediocre week for Japan Aviation Electronics Industry, Limited ( TSE:6807 ) shareholders, with the stock...

Yamato Holdings Co., Ltd. ( TSE:9064 ) shareholders are probably feeling a little disappointed, since its shares fell...

Mitsubishi Chemical Group (TSE:4188) reported a revenue growth forecast of just 0.04% per year, far lower than the broader Japanese market’s 4.5% expectation. Net profit margin has narrowed to 0.9% from last year’s 2.1%, yet over the past five years, the company has managed to return to profitability and has grown earnings at a healthy 10.7% annually. Looking ahead, earnings are projected to jump 21.9% per year, nearly triple the Japanese market average of 7.8%, with shares trading at ¥806.1,...

As you might know, Takeda Pharmaceutical Company Limited ( TSE:4502 ) last week released its latest interim, and things...

Fuji Nihon (TSE:2114) reported EPS growth of 6.7% over the past year, a pace slower than its five-year annual average of 19%. The company maintained a net profit margin of 9.5%, matching last year's level, with high-quality earnings reported once again. While earnings growth moderated this time around, investors will note that Fuji Nihon's shares trade at ¥1,051, which is well below an estimated fair value, supported by strong historical earnings consistency and attractive valuation metrics...

DENSO (TSE:6902) posted a net profit margin of 4.9%, edging above last year’s 4.7% and signaling solid profitability for the quarter. EPS is forecast to grow at 12.11% per year, outpacing the Japanese market average of 7.8%. This is despite a more subdued revenue growth outlook of 2.8% yearly, compared to the market’s 4.5%. While the company’s average annual earnings growth was a robust 23.3% over the past five years, the most recent year came in at 7.4%, representing a step down from its...

Despite an already strong run, Penta-Ocean Construction Co., Ltd. ( TSE:1893 ) shares have been powering on, with a...

Key Insights Brother Industries' estimated fair value is JP¥5,046 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Brother...

Kokusai Electric (TSE:6525) has had a great run on the share market with its stock up by a significant 81% over the...

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

Investors in Dentsu Soken Inc. ( TSE:4812 ) had a good week, as its shares rose 9.8% to close at JP¥7,640 following the...

Mitsubishi Electric (TSE:6503) posted standout annual earnings, with EPS up 39.3% over the last year, outpacing its five-year average growth of 14.4%. Margins improved as net profit margin advanced to 7% from 5.3% the previous year. With a forecasted earnings growth of 5.64% and revenue expected to climb by 3.4% each year, investors see a mix of high-quality recent performance and steadier growth ahead. The share price is trading above discounted cash flow estimates. See our full analysis for...

B&H recently announced the launch of the Fujifilm X-T30 III camera, the latest generation of one of the brand’s most popular models, featuring upgraded AI-driven autofocus and improved app compatibility. This release highlights FUJIFILM Holdings' commitment to innovating within the competitive digital imaging market while catering to both new and loyal users. We'll explore how the introduction of advanced autofocus in the X-T30 III impacts FUJIFILM Holdings' broader investment...

Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371) posted a net profit margin of 7.9% for the last twelve months, an improvement over last year’s 7.7%. Over the past five years, annual earnings have climbed by 18.3%, though earnings growth slowed to 3.6% in the most recent period. Results were significantly influenced by a one-off gain of ¥5.5 billion, while revenue is expected to grow at just 2.8% per year, which lags the broader Japanese market’s 4.5% pace. Investors will note that although margins and...