Japanese Professional Services Stock News

Nitori Holdings (TSE:9843) climbed 4% during Friday’s session, standing out as Japanese equities broadly declined and the Nikkei 225 slipped 2%. The stock’s upward move suggests investors saw something different in the company. See our latest analysis for Nitori Holdings. Nitori Holdings’ strong 4.12% share price return on a challenging day for Japanese equities highlights how investor sentiment is beginning to shift, despite bigger-picture headwinds. While the 1-year total shareholder return...

Nichirei (TSE:2871) is making headlines with its decision to boost the capital of Nichirei Logistics Group Inc. to reinforce logistics operations across the ASEAN region. Investors are watching how this expansion could impact the company’s growth opportunities and market footprint. See our latest analysis for Nichirei. Momentum has been building lately for Nichirei, with its proactive expansion moves sparking renewed interest. While the 1-year total shareholder return stands at -3.6%, steady...

On November 12, 2025, Isuzu Motors Limited held its Q2 2026 earnings call, reaffirmed a quarterly dividend of ¥46.00 per share, and provided detailed guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, including expected revenue of ¥3.30 trillion and profit attributable to owners of parent of ¥130.0 billion. An important takeaway is that Isuzu maintained its dividend payout and confirmed its earnings outlook, which may signal management's confidence in the company’s current financial...

Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (TSE:8316) just revealed a share repurchase plan, raised both interim and year-end dividends, and lifted its profit forecast. These moves are sparking close attention from shareholders and market watchers alike. See our latest analysis for Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group. Momentum is picking up for Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group following the buyback, dividend increases, and upbeat profit guidance. The one-month share price return is 10.3% and the total...

Inpex (TSE:1605) just raised its earnings guidance for the year, citing solid operational results, better than expected sales volumes, and revised outlooks for crude oil prices and foreign exchange rates. See our latest analysis for Inpex. Inpex’s recent announcements come as the share price has surged more than 11% over the past month and recorded an impressive 58% year-to-date return, while the one-year total shareholder return now stands at nearly 66%. Momentum is clearly building, fueled...

Mitsubishi Estate recently completed a substantial share buyback, repurchasing 33,605,000 shares (2.71% of shares outstanding) for ¥99.99 billion, and announced an increase in its interim dividend for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025, from JPY 21.00 to JPY 23.00 per share. In addition to the dividend increase, the company provided forward guidance of JPY 60 per share or more for dividends by March 2030, highlighting an ongoing focus on rewarding shareholders. We'll explore how...

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Despite posting strong earnings, Fuva Brain Limited's ( TSE:3927 ) stock didn't move much over the last week. We looked...

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GMO internet (TSE:4784) caught investors’ attention after announcing a swing from a net loss to substantial profit over the past nine months. The company also introduced new and increased dividends for shareholders this quarter. See our latest analysis for GMO internet. After swinging to profit and announcing fresh shareholder rewards, GMO Internet’s momentum appears to be resetting. While the one-year total shareholder return is up a healthy 17.8%, recent share price performance has cooled...

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On November 11, 2025, Kyocera announced several major technology advancements, including a 5.2Gbps Underwater Wireless Optical Communication system and a Triple Lens AI-Based High-Resolution Depth Sensor, both aimed at supporting automation, robotics, and industrial applications. Kyocera’s plan to feature these innovations at CES 2026 highlights the company’s commitment to pioneering next-generation solutions for mobility, marine research, and precision manufacturing. We’ll assess how...

Tokio Marine Holdings (TSE:8766) just rolled out a significant series of updates for investors, including a cut to its full-year profit forecast and an expanded share buyback program. This comes alongside a small increase in the annual dividend. See our latest analysis for Tokio Marine Holdings. Tied to these updates, recent news sparked heavy trading volatility, with Tokio Marine Holdings ranking among the Nikkei 225's biggest decliners after its lowered profit outlook. Even so, the...

Toagosei (TSE:4045) has revealed major organizational changes set to take effect in January 2026. The changes focus on streamlining operations and increasing innovation as part of the company's ongoing Medium-Term Management Plan. See our latest analysis for Toagosei. Toagosei's bold restructuring has come at a time when momentum is positive, with shareholders enjoying a 1-year total return of nearly 9% and a strong 3-year total return of almost 50%. The latest plans for leadership and...

Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings (TSE:3099) just announced a higher dividend for the fiscal year and updated its profit outlook. These moves often catch the attention of investors seeking reliable returns and steady growth. See our latest analysis for Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings. Isetan Mitsukoshi Holdings’ latest dividend hike and upgraded profit forecasts seem to have sparked renewed interest among investors, as reflected by a 4.1% gain in the share price over a single day. While short-term price...

A limited-time pop-up store called "Gacha & Catch," featuring over 100 gacha capsule machines and 300 exclusive prizes, was launched in Santa Monica on November 22, 2025 by Japan Entertainment One Inc. (a Mitsubishi Corporation subsidiary), in collaboration with TOMY and SEGA. This collaboration brings iconic Japanese arcade culture to the U.S. for the first time through an immersive entertainment event backed by leading industry brands. We’ll explore how Mitsubishi’s push into experiential...

Daiwa Securities Living Investment (TSE:8986) recently updated its forecasts for the fiscal period ending March 2026, projecting higher operating revenue, income, and distributions per unit. These revisions result from finalized asset transfers and acquisitions. See our latest analysis for Daiwa Securities Living Investment. Momentum has been building for Daiwa Securities Living Investment over the past year, with its share price climbing nearly 27% year-to-date and delivering an impressive...

Fukuoka Financial Group (TSE:8354) just released updated guidance, projecting higher consolidated net income for the next fiscal year. Alongside this, the company raised its second quarter dividend to JPY 85 per share, an increase from JPY 65 last year. See our latest analysis for Fukuoka Financial Group. News of higher net income guidance and the boosted dividend has clearly sparked renewed optimism around Fukuoka Financial Group. The 1-month share price return has reached 7.1%, with...

GMO Payment Gateway recently announced an increase in its annual dividend to ¥144.00 per share for the fiscal year ended September 2025, provided guidance for a further increase to ¥170.00 per share in the next fiscal year, and released updated earnings expectations for the next six and twelve-month periods. This combination of higher shareholder returns and detailed forward guidance offers insight into management’s capital allocation priorities and operational outlook. We'll examine how the...

Persol HoldingsLtd (TSE:2181) just raised its interim dividend guidance for the fiscal year ending March 2026, planning to pay JPY 5.50 per share instead of last year’s JPY 4.50. The scheduled payment date is December 10, 2025. See our latest analysis for Persol HoldingsLtd. Persol HoldingsLtd’s updated dividend outlook has clearly boosted sentiment, with a 10.2% share price return over the past month and a robust 22.4% gain year-to-date. While momentum is building in the short term, the...