Japanese Pharma Stock News

On October 31, 2025, HOYA Corporation's board approved an interim dividend of ¥125.00 per share for shareholders of record as of September 30, 2025, a very large increase compared to the ¥45.00 per share paid the previous year, with payment scheduled for November 28, 2025. This substantial dividend increase highlights HOYA's capacity to return more capital to shareholders and signals management's confidence in its financial position. We now explore how this unusually large interim dividend,...

Fuji Corporation reported strong financial growth for the six months ending September 30, 2025, with net sales rising by 26.3% and profit attributable to shareholders up 72.2%. This robust performance highlights Fuji's operational efficiency and improved market positioning during the recent period. We will explore how Fuji’s exceptional profit growth this half-year influences the overall investment narrative for the company. Trump's oil boom is here - pipelines are primed to profit. Discover...

Eisai (TSE:4523) just received approval in Canada for LEQEMBI (lecanemab), its first-in-class treatment for early Alzheimer's disease. This marks a significant milestone that follows successful authorizations in the U.S., Japan, and the EU. This regulatory progress is driven by strong Phase 3 trial results and comes as Eisai, together with Merck, also reported positive data from late-stage cancer studies. These developments highlight the company’s commitment to new therapies in neurology and...

Pilot (TSE:7846) has caught the market’s attention after announcing it has acquired over 1.2 million treasury shares as part of a buyback plan this quarter. More purchases are expected by December. See our latest analysis for Pilot. Pilot’s buyback news comes after a period of mixed momentum for the stock. While the 1-year total shareholder return is down 4.5%, longer-term investors have seen a strong 68% total return over five years. This highlights how much the company’s long game has...

Ebara Corporation announced that it repurchased 1,286,900 of its common shares, following Board approval to buy back up to 9,090,909 shares as part of a capital structure optimization plan. This move often signals management’s confidence in the company’s outlook and can lead to an increased focus on shareholder value. We'll explore how the share buyback announcement informs Ebara's investment narrative and highlights management’s perspective on capital allocation. We've found 17 US stocks...

Sompo Holdings announced it repurchased 4,794,200 shares in October 2025 as part of its ongoing share buyback program authorized by the Board of Directors to acquire up to 33,000,000 shares. This initiative underscores the company’s focus on enhancing shareholder value and actively managing its capital structure. We’ll explore how the substantial buyback activity shapes Sompo Holdings’ investment narrative and outlook for capital optimization. Uncover the next big thing with financially...

Mitsubishi Electric (TSE:6503) updated investors with a revised outlook for fiscal 2026, raising its revenue guidance due to currency tailwinds and stronger Infrastructure sales. The company kept its operating profit target steady. The company also announced a higher interim dividend, up by ¥5 per share, signaling confidence in future earnings. Recent disclosures included the completion of a substantial share buyback program and detailed results from its latest quarterly earnings call. See...

BANDAI NAMCO Holdings (TSE:7832) caught investors’ attention after the company revised its full-year earnings guidance higher and revealed a second-quarter dividend that more than doubled compared to last year’s payout. See our latest analysis for BANDAI NAMCO Holdings. BANDAI NAMCO Holdings’ decision to boost its earnings outlook and lift the interim dividend naturally turned heads, but after a strong run earlier in the year, the share price has recently pulled back, with a 1-day share price...

Japan Tobacco (TSE:2914) just made headlines with an increase to its year-end dividend guidance and fresh financial forecasts. This gives investors clear indications of confidence in the company's revenue and earnings outlook for 2025. See our latest analysis for Japan Tobacco. Japan Tobacco’s upbeat dividend news and robust forecast have sparked renewed investor attention, fueling momentum in the stock. The share price has climbed sharply, delivering a 35.1% year-to-date gain and an...

On October 29, 2025, Komatsu Ltd. revised its consolidated earnings guidance upward for FY2026, increased its annual dividend to ¥95 per share from ¥83 a year prior, and reported progress on its ongoing share buyback plan, citing the Japanese yen’s depreciation and U.S. tariffs among contributing factors. This combination of rising guidance, a dividend boost, and active share repurchases signals management’s focus on enhancing shareholder returns amid shifting currency and trade...

On October 30, 2025, Nomura Real Estate Holdings reported its Q2 2026 earnings, announced a second-quarter dividend of ¥18.00 per share (significantly lower than last year), and released consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 2026 that includes expected operating revenue of ¥940 billion and profit attributable to owners of parent of ¥75 billion. The sharply reduced dividend for the quarter highlights a substantial shift in cash return policy compared to the prior...

NTT recently announced a share repurchase of 325,895,400 shares during October 2025 and a second-quarter dividend increase to ¥2.65 per share, scheduled for payment on November 28, 2025. NTT also plans to launch a new entity, NTT Mobility, in December, marking its entry into autonomous driving services as it expands its integrated ICT business. We'll explore how NTT’s major share buyback program could influence its investment outlook amid moves into new technology sectors. We've found 17 US...

In recent news, Bernstein upgraded Lasertec Corp. to Market Perform after the company introduced its A200 HiT tool, which triples throughput compared to prior models and addresses production bottlenecks for major semiconductor clients such as TSMC. This technological advancement is expected to significantly expand Lasertec’s addressable market, as it directly tackles adoption challenges in wafer fab inspection processes. We'll explore how Lasertec's breakthrough with the A200 HiT tool could...

Tsubakimoto Chain (TSE:6371) revised its earnings outlook for the year ending March 2026, citing slower activity in its US and Chinese material handling segments. The company now forecasts lower revenue and profit compared to earlier expectations. See our latest analysis for Tsubakimoto Chain. Tsubakimoto Chain’s announcement to lower its earnings forecast comes after a strong run for shareholders, with a 12.93% total return over the past year and an impressive 128.96% total shareholder...

Kansai Electric Power Company (TSE:9503) just updated its outlook for the fiscal year ending March 2026, announcing higher earnings expectations along with a planned boost to its annual dividend. The company is seeing stronger profits across its key segments. See our latest analysis for Kansai Electric Power Company. Momentum has surged for Kansai Electric Power Company, with the latest share price up over 37% year-to-date as investors respond to upgraded profit expectations and a dividend...

On October 30, 2025, Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. announced an increase to its interim dividend to ¥91.00 per share and revised its consolidated earnings guidance upward for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. This dual move signals that management is increasingly confident in the company’s financial outlook and its ability to deliver enhanced returns to shareholders. Given the upward revision of earnings guidance, we will examine how this development impacts Fuji Electric's investment...

SoftBank Group and OpenAI recently announced the formation of a joint venture, 'SB OAI Japan', to bring OpenAI's 'Crystal Intelligence' AI product exclusively to the Japanese market, starting in 2026. This collaboration highlights a focused expansion of advanced AI applications in Japan, emphasizing the country’s growing role in global AI innovation. We'll now explore how this joint venture could influence SoftBank Group's investment narrative, particularly with its deeper commitment to AI...

Kanadevia Corporation recently submitted an interim report to Japan's Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism about inappropriate conduct at its Mukaishima Works, admitting that welding was carried out by operators lacking necessary qualifications but assuring safety is not significantly compromised. This event underscores the potential impact that compliance issues and regulatory scrutiny can have on both company operations and stakeholder confidence. We’ll explore how...

Mazda Motor Corporation recently unveiled two concept vehicles, the MAZDA VISION X-COUPE and MAZDA VISION X-COMPACT, showcasing innovative hybrid and AI-driven technologies, alongside the European debut of the all-new MAZDA CX-5 featuring advanced vehicle architecture and design. These announcements highlight Mazda's commitment to sustainable mobility and emotional connectivity, blending next-generation powertrains with smart, human-centered technologies. We'll explore how Mazda's...

Nintendo Co., Ltd. ( TSE:7974 ) just released its interim report and things are looking bullish. Nintendo delivered a...

Despite announcing strong earnings, Disco Corporation's ( TSE:6146 ) stock was sluggish. We did some digging and found...

SKY Perfect JSAT Holdings (TSE:9412) is moving forward with a collaborative initiative to launch three satellites in partnership with SpaceX. This step supports the company’s strategy to enhance its satellite communications capabilities and appears to be attracting fresh attention from investors. See our latest analysis for SKY Perfect JSAT Holdings. Investor excitement following the SpaceX collaboration is evident, with SKY Perfect JSAT Holdings posting a stunning 9% share price gain in a...

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Murata Manufacturing recently completed a share buyback of 42,158,500 shares for ¥99.99 billion and released new consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. This combination of a substantial capital return and updated profit outlook highlights the company's approach to shareholder value and financial planning. We’ll look at how Murata’s major buyback may influence the company’s investment narrative and future capital allocation focus. Trump has pledged to...