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Takeda Pharmaceutical (TSE:4502) is in focus after Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare approved ORZEYFUL, a first in class oral orexin receptor 2 agonist for adult narcolepsy type 1 treatment. Taken together with the ORZEYFUL approval, Takeda Pharmaceutical’s recent share price has been firm, with a 90 day share price return of 13.27% and a year to date share price return of 17.92%, while the 1 year total shareholder return is 36.18%, suggesting that momentum has been building over...

Japan’s 10 year government bond yield has risen on expectations that the Bank of Japan could tighten policy in September. That puts more attention on sectors that may not rely on ultra cheap money and that can still sit within long term infrastructure and energy planning. Nuclear energy stocks offer one such angle. This article highlights three stocks from the Nuclear Energy Stocks screener to help sharpen your watchlist. The three stocks in this article are just a starting sample and the...

Japan Hotel REIT Investment went into this print with the stock already up over 9% in three months and trading on a richer P/E than both peers and the wider sector. The immediate question for you is whether the latest half year report justifies that premium or exposes a pressure point. The headline is margin strain. Net profit margin for the trailing period now sits at 56.1%, slightly below last year’s 58.1%, while earnings growth over the past year cooled well below the five year pace. Later...

Invincible Investment shares have climbed over the past week, yet the fresh H1 2026 numbers tell a quieter story. The headline is compression at the profit line. Basic earnings per share for the half came in at ¥1,926.25 and total revenue was ¥26,789 million, while the trailing 12 month net margin sits at 56.7%. That is still high for a hotel and resort real estate investment trust, but it points to a squeeze that matters for a stock often viewed as a pure income vehicle. Is Invincible...

Oil price moves linked to Middle East ceasefire reports keep reshaping inflation expectations and central bank paths. When markets fixate on policy signals, cash rich companies that are out of favour can be overlooked. That creates room for stocks where valuations lag their cash flow potential. This article highlights three stocks from the Undervalued Stocks Based On Cash Flows screener that currently trade below SWS DCF fair value estimates. The three stocks discussed below are just a...

Nikkiso (TSE:6376) has drawn fresh investor attention after raising its full year earnings forecast and increasing dividend guidance, following a board meeting held on 14 August 2026. Nikkiso's guidance upgrade and higher dividend expectations come after a strong run in the shares. The stock has delivered a year to date share price return of 123.90% and a 1 year total shareholder return of 150.30%. However, the 30 day share price return is down 10.71%, which suggests some recent momentum has...

Central banks are weighing how stubborn inflation and energy risk feed into future rate moves, which keeps the hunt for structural growth themes very relevant. Transformative AI healthcare stocks tap into long term shifts in diagnostics, treatment and remote care that do not depend solely on the next policy headline. This article highlights three stocks from our Transformative AI Healthcare screener that aim to harness that trend. The three stocks below are just a sample, and the full screen...

MITSUI E&S Co., Ltd. has previously filed a shelf registration to issue up to ¥40,000,000,000 in bonds, providing a framework for potential future fundraising. This sizeable bond shelf highlights the company’s intention to keep flexible financing options available, which could meaningfully influence its capital structure decisions. We will now examine how this sizeable bond shelf registration shapes MITSUI E&S’s investment narrative, particularly around financing flexibility and...

With inflation in several regions still above central bank targets, reliable income has become harder to find without taking on extra risk. That is where Dividend Powerhouses with yields above 5% and well covered, growing payouts can appeal. Investors looking for steadier cash flows may see this as a way to stay invested while policy paths keep shifting. This article highlights three stocks from that screener. The three stocks below are just a starting sample from this idea. The full screen...

Central banks in Europe are still signaling possible rate hikes as inflation risks link back to energy markets. In that kind of stop‑start policy backdrop, many investors are hunting for leadership they can actually underwrite. Founder‑led companies often show clearer alignment between long‑term decision making and shareholder interests. This article highlights three founder‑led stocks from our screener that aim to turn that alignment into an edge. The three founder led stocks in this article...

With central banks in several regions keeping policy tight to contain stubborn inflation, reliable income has become harder to find. Cash rates feel tempting, yet they can move quickly when policy shifts. That is where Dividend Fortresses stocks come in, with yields above 5% and a focus on resilience. This article highlights three of the strongest candidates from the screener and explains what sets their income profile apart. The stocks covered below are just a small sample, and the full...

As Asian markets navigate a complex landscape marked by geopolitical tensions, fluctuating oil prices, and varying economic data from key regions like China and Japan, investors are increasingly seeking opportunities that may be undervalued amidst this volatility. Identifying stocks that are trading below their intrinsic value can offer potential for growth, especially in an environment where market sentiment is influenced by broader macroeconomic factors.

Shareholders in Mitsubishi Materials Corporation ( TSE:5711 ) may be thrilled to learn that the analysts have just...

Acom (TSE:8572) has corrected its first half fiscal 2027 earnings guidance after identifying errors in previously reported non operating income. This update directly affects how you assess the stock’s earnings outlook. Acom’s latest guidance correction comes after a period of steady share price momentum. The stock has posted a 5.98% 90 day share price return and a 10.72% 1 year total shareholder return, which suggests sentiment has improved even though the year to date share price return is...

Oil prices have recently eased, which gives central banks a little more breathing room on inflation and rate expectations. When energy pressure cools, investors often start hunting for the next wave of growth stories. That is where AI Small Caps can matter. This article walks through three stocks from our AI Small Caps screener that show how early stage AI ideas are moving toward the public markets. The stocks covered below are just a starting sample from this AI Small Caps theme, and the...

Mobilus Corporation ( TSE:4370 ), might not be a large cap stock, but it saw a significant share price rise of 21% in...

With global bond markets still pricing higher for longer interest rates in the US and Europe, many large investors are glued to macro swings and benchmark indices. That creates room for high quality small caps to be overlooked. This High Quality Undiscovered Gems screener focuses on those under owned stocks. In this article you will see three of the most interesting candidates that fit this theme right now. The three stocks below are just a starting sample, since the full High-Quality...

SoftBank Group (TSE:9984) is back in focus after announcing a ¥1 trillion unsecured fixed rate bond offering due 2033. The sale targets AI related investments and the repayment of existing debt. The bond announcement comes after a period of mixed momentum for SoftBank Group, with the share price at ¥5,205 and a 90 day share price return that is down 26.95%, even as the 1 year total shareholder return sits at 35.41% and the 5 year total shareholder return at 245.68%. This combination points to...

The recent board meeting at Awa Bank (TSE:8388) on 25 August 2026 focused on a planned stock split, changes to the shareholder benefit program, and revisions to dividend forecasts tied to the new share structure. At a share price of ¥9,580, Awa Bank has seen strong recent momentum, with a 1 day share price return of 3.12% and a 90 day share price return of 41.51%. The 1 year total shareholder return of 182.17% points to a significant longer term re rating as investors respond to corporate...

Takara Holdings (TSE:2531) postponed its first quarter results for the fiscal year ending March 2027 after auditors flagged uncertainties in accounting treatment at subsidiary Takara Bio USA Inc., prompting an investigation and a delay beyond the usual disclosure window. Despite the delayed results, Takara Holdings' share price, at ¥2,168.5, has delivered a strong year to date share price return of 33.86%, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 29.51% sits alongside a three year total...

Metaplanet (TSE:3350) has drawn fresh attention after its half year 2026 results showed a move from net income to a sizeable net loss, despite revenue rising to ¥4,944 million. Metaplanet’s recent results have landed alongside sharp share price swings, with a 40.83% 7 day share price return and a 36.44% 30 day share price return, yet the stock is still down 34.40% on a year to date share price basis and the 1 year total shareholder return has fallen 65.51%. However, the 3 year and 5 year...

As global markets navigate a landscape marked by elevated Treasury yields, geopolitical tensions, and fluctuating oil prices, investors are increasingly seeking stability in dividend stocks. In this environment of economic uncertainty and mixed market performance, dividend-paying stocks can offer a reliable income stream while potentially providing some cushion against volatility.

Rorze (TSE:6323) is back in focus after its board met on 24 August 2026 and approved the establishment of a sub-subsidiary in China through an existing consolidated subsidiary. Against this backdrop, Rorze’s 7 day share price return of 3.5% and year to date share price return of 67.52% sit alongside a 1 year total shareholder return of 124.04%, which points to strong momentum despite a 10.15% share price decline over the past month. Scan other robotics and automation plays that might be...

Global central banks are keeping policy tight to contain inflation, which puts every extra point of growth under the microscope. Anything that helps companies do more with less time, data, and energy quickly draws investor attention. That is where artificial intelligence and tools tied to ChatGPT come in. This article highlights three AI stocks from our screener that sit at the intersection of chips, software, and cloud. The stocks covered below are a small sample, and the full screen...