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In early June 2026, Capcom announced a 2027 remake of Resident Evil Code: Veronica, a 2027 Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance expansion including a Nintendo Switch 2 version, and a new Onimusha: Way of the Sword title launching in September 2026, with pre-orders and a playable demo already available. Together, these releases signal Capcom’s push to refresh legacy IP while deepening live-game content, potentially reinforcing its core horror and action franchises over the medium term. We’ll now...

As global markets navigate a complex landscape marked by resilient U.S. hiring, fluctuating oil prices, and mixed economic signals from major regions, small-cap stocks like those in the S&P 600 have experienced varied performance trends. Despite these challenges, opportunities arise for investors who can identify companies with strong fundamentals and growth potential that may not yet be fully appreciated by the broader market. In this environment, a good stock is often characterized by its...

As global markets navigate mixed economic signals, from resilient U.S. job growth to fluctuating oil prices and geopolitical tensions, investors are increasingly focused on dividend stocks as a potential source of stability and income. In this environment, selecting stocks with strong fundamentals and consistent dividend payouts can be particularly appealing for those looking to balance risk amid market volatility.

Why this new cloud calling launch matters for KDDI (TSE:9433) KDDI (TSE:9433) is in focus after Intermedia Intelligent Communications announced the general availability of Cloud Calling for UNIVERGE BLUE, connecting KDDI’s voice network to NEC’s cloud platform across Japan. See our latest analysis for KDDI. The Cloud Calling launch comes after a period where the stock’s 30 day share price return of 7.73% contrasts with a year to date share price return that is slightly down 0.35%, while the 1...

As global markets navigate a complex landscape of economic resilience and inflationary pressures, the Asian market presents a unique opportunity for investors seeking growth potential in small-cap stocks. With key indices like the Russell 2000 showing notable year-to-date gains, identifying promising yet under-the-radar companies can be crucial for those looking to capitalize on emerging trends. In this context, recognizing stocks with strong fundamentals and innovative strategies could be...

As global markets navigate a landscape marked by economic resilience and volatility, Asian equities have drawn attention for their potential to offer stable returns through dividend payouts. In this context, identifying strong dividend stocks becomes crucial, as they can provide a reliable income stream amidst fluctuating market conditions.

Recent Share Performance and Context Tokyo Electric Power Company Holdings (TSE:9501) has drawn investor attention after a period of mixed share performance, with the stock up over the past year but down over the past month and past 3 months. At a last close of ¥535.4 and a market value of about ¥858.1b, the company is in focus for investors who are comparing short term weakness with much stronger 1 year and 5 year total returns, along with a recent annual revenue growth rate of 1.1%. See our...

Marubeni (TSE:8002) has drawn fresh attention after recent share price moves, with the stock down around 10% over the past month and in the past 3 months. This has prompted renewed interest in its fundamentals. See our latest analysis for Marubeni. Despite the recent 1 month and 3 month share price decline of around 10%, the ¥4,870 share price still sits on a year to date gain, and the very large 5 year total shareholder return highlights how sentiment on future cash flows and risk has...

As global markets navigate the complexities of economic resilience and inflation pressures, Asia's small-cap sector presents intriguing opportunities amid broader market fluctuations. With key indices reflecting mixed performances and investors keenly observing economic indicators, identifying stocks with strong fundamentals and growth potential becomes crucial in this dynamic landscape.

In late May 2026, Moment Factory and Mitsui Fudosan Co., Ltd. announced a long-term partnership, including a collaboration with The Pokémon Company International to create an immersive Pokémon experience touring select European locations from spring 2027, while Mitsui Fudosan also completed a ¥39,999.88 million buyback of 26,250,100 shares, or 0.97% of its stock. This combination of immersive, globally branded fan experiences and capital return via share repurchases underscores Mitsui...

Event driven focus on Square Enix Holdings Square Enix Holdings (TSE:9684) has drawn fresh attention after unveiling Final Fantasy VII Revelation at Summer Game Fest Live, the concluding entry in its Final Fantasy VII Remake series. The planned Spring 2027 launch across PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S and PC, alongside expanded open world gameplay and new systems, gives investors a clear upcoming content milestone to track. See our latest analysis for Square Enix...

Mitsubishi HC Capital recently reported record net income and asset growth for FY2025, with Aviation and Logistics emerging as key profit engines, supported by expanded asset holdings and subsidiary fiscal period changes. This breadth of earnings growth underpins management’s emphasis on maintaining stable earnings and dividends into FY2026, highlighting the company’s diversified profit base. With FY2025 record results led by Aviation and Logistics, we’ll explore what this means for...

Nippon Express Holdings recently outlined plans for large-scale land sales and broader asset recycling to optimize its balance sheet, unlock hidden asset value and support progress toward its JPY 100 billion operating profit goal. By shifting underused real estate into financial capacity and aiming to raise return on equity, the company is trying to reshape how efficiently it converts its substantial asset base into shareholder value. We’ll now examine how Nippon Express Holdings’ asset...

AM Best recently affirmed the A+ (Superior) Financial Strength Ratings and "aa" (Superior) Long-Term Issuer Credit Ratings for Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance, Aioi Nissay Dowa Insurance, and assigned the same high ratings to MSIG Specialty Insurance America, all with stable outlooks. This affirmation and new assignment highlight the central role of these core and US operations in underpinning MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings’ overall resilience. Next, we’ll examine how AM Best’s reaffirmed A+...

Medium term plan BSP2030 comes into focus JGC Holdings (TSE:1963) has scheduled a special call to outline its medium term management plan, BSP2030, giving investors fresh detail on how the engineering and functional materials group aims to position its business. See our latest analysis for JGC Holdings. JGC Holdings' share price has climbed 32.8% year to date, alongside a 19.7% 90 day share price return and a 1 year total shareholder return of 118.9%. This suggests stronger momentum as...

IHI Corporation recently disclosed that subsidiary IHI Aerospace was suspended from competitive bidding on Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency contracts after improper cost claims and prematurely reported work, prompting internal reviews of the impact on its order pipeline. Beyond the immediate compliance issue, the episode raises fresh questions about execution risk in IHI’s aero and defense ambitions outlined at its recent Investor Day. We’ll now examine how the bidding suspension at IHI...

Why Kansai Electric Power Company (TSE:9503) is on investor watchlists today Kansai Electric Power Company (TSE:9503) stock has attracted attention after a mixed set of performance signals, with the share price down over the past month but showing a strong 1 year total return. See our latest analysis for Kansai Electric Power Company. At a share price of ¥2,341, Kansai Electric Power Company has seen its 1 month share price return fall 4.1% and its year to date share price return soften...

Funding event reframes Astroscale Holdings (TSE:186A) for investors Astroscale Holdings (TSE:186A) has completed multi billion yen equity and convertible bond financing with Hulic and SKY Perfect JSAT. This funding event reshapes its balance sheet and future spending capacity in space services. See our latest analysis for Astroscale Holdings. That funding news has arrived after a sharp run up in the stock, with a 90 day share price return of 107.75% and a 1 year total shareholder return of...

Record FY2025 earnings put Mitsubishi HC Capital (TSE:8593) in focus Mitsubishi HC Capital (TSE:8593) recently reported record FY2025 net income and asset growth, with Aviation and Logistics playing key roles. Higher interim dividends and broader earnings strength have put the stock firmly on investor watchlists. See our latest analysis for Mitsubishi HC Capital. Despite record FY2025 earnings, the stock has recently cooled, with the 30 day share price return down 9.91% and the 90 day share...

In late May 2026, Daiichi Sankyo announced it would present more than 25 oncology abstracts at the ASCO 2026 meeting, showcasing phase 3 data for Enhertu and Datroway across multiple tumor types alongside earlier-stage DXd antibody-drug conjugate programs. These data underpin several recent approvals and label expansions for Enhertu and Datroway, underscoring how Daiichi Sankyo is turning its in-house ADC platform and global partnerships into an increasingly broad commercial oncology...

Square Enix announced FINAL FANTASY VII REVELATION, the third and final entry in the FINAL FANTASY VII Remake Series, scheduled for a simultaneous multi-platform release in Spring 2027 on PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series X|S and PC, while FINAL FANTASY VII REBIRTH has recently expanded to these platforms as well. This culmination of the remake project, with unified releases across all major modern platforms and new gameplay features, underscores Square Enix’s focus on deepening...

Aozora Bank, Ltd. announced a Quarterly dividend of ¥23.0000 per share, payable on September 2, 2026, with an ex-date of June 29, 2026 and a record date of June 30, 2026. This dividend declaration highlights how Aozora Bank is defining its current approach to shareholder returns through scheduled cash distributions. We will now examine how this clarified ¥23 per-share dividend policy shapes Aozora Bank’s investment narrative for current and prospective investors. The future of work is here...

Last week, you might have seen that Sekisui House, Ltd. ( TSE:1928 ) released its first-quarter result to the market...

AI is no longer just a big tech story. With credit demand still holding up, global bond markets reacting to interest rate expectations, and employment data pointing to ongoing economic activity, investors are looking for focused ways to gain exposure to AI without relying only on giants. The AI Small Caps screener targets smaller companies working in areas like machine learning, automation, and data intelligence, where early-stage progress can meaningfully change the long term story. In this...