Japanese Retail Distributors Stock News

Sompo Holdings, Inc. announced on November 19, 2025, the authorization of a new share repurchase program of up to 24,000,000 shares (2.64% of share capital) for ¥77,000 million, valid through March 31, 2026, as part of its shareholder return policy. This move follows the completion of a previous buyback plan, highlighting the company's consistent commitment to enhancing shareholder value. Let's explore how consistent share repurchase actions are shaping Sompo Holdings' investment narrative...

Mizuno Corporation announced in the past that its dividend for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025, will be ¥25.00 per share, down from ¥60.00 per share a year earlier. This sharp dividend decrease signals greater caution from management and may suggest underlying challenges in earnings or future cash flow expectations. We will explore how this reduced dividend, a key indicator of management’s outlook, impacts Mizuno’s broader investment narrative. These 11 companies survived and...

Nidec Corporation recently reported its earnings for the second quarter and six months ended September 30, 2025, disclosing sales of ¥664.28 billion and net income of ¥40.57 billion for the quarter. Net income more than doubled compared to the previous year’s second quarter, signaling a sharp increase in profitability over the period. Following this stronger-than-expected profit growth, we will examine how Nidec’s refreshed earnings outlook could influence its investment narrative. The best...

Taiyo Yuden Co., Ltd. announced its second-quarter dividend of ¥45.00 per share, matching the prior year, and raised its full-year consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, attributing this to factors including yen depreciation and improved financial performance. The company’s upward revision in expected sales and profits suggests changing market dynamics are strengthening its outlook despite maintaining stable dividend payments. We’ll explore how the upgraded...

Ricoh Company (TSE:7752) just signed a top-tier global partnership with Neat to enhance its AV Managed Services lineup. By tapping into Neat’s AI-driven audiovisual tech, Ricoh aims to bring more advanced meeting solutions to its workplace experience offerings. See our latest analysis for Ricoh Company. Ricoh’s latest global partnership comes as the stock shows signs of stabilizing after a challenging start to the year, with the share price currently at ¥1,322.5. The market’s reaction has...

Star Asia Investment (TSE:3468) has announced a semi-annual dividend of JPY 1,745 per share, payable next April. This move signals management's confidence in the company's earnings outlook and may catch investors’ attention. See our latest analysis for Star Asia Investment. Against a backdrop of renewed confidence following the dividend announcement, Star Asia Investment’s share price has delivered a robust 17.4% gain year-to-date. Even more impressive, the total shareholder return over the...

Suntory Beverage & Food (TSE:2587) released updated guidance for its fiscal year ending December 2025, outlining new expectations for revenue, operating income, profit, and basic earnings per share. These updates typically signal fresh insights for investors. See our latest analysis for Suntory Beverage & Food. Suntory Beverage & Food’s latest guidance refresh comes after a steady run. While the share price recently slipped 1.3% in a day, its 5.8% gain over the past three months hints at...

Tsuruha Holdings (TSE:3391) just shared its preliminary sales results for October 2025. All store net sales increased 5% year over year for the month, with a 4% rise for the year to date. See our latest analysis for Tsuruha Holdings. Momentum appears to be building fast for Tsuruha Holdings. Its consistent sales growth has caught the market’s eye, with a 9.4% share price return over the past month adding to a remarkable year-to-date gain of 63.3%. Long-term holders have also benefited, with...

On November 7, 2025, Mitsui Fudosan announced a share repurchase program of up to 60 million shares (2.16% of its outstanding shares) worth ¥57 billion, alongside a dividend increase and strong half-year financial results. An interesting insight is that both the buyback and dividend hike highlight Mitsui Fudosan’s focus on shareholder returns as part of its flexible capital policy, reinforcing management’s long-term value approach amid robust operational performance. We'll examine how the...

On November 13, 2025, MatsukiyoCocokara announced an increase in interim and year-end dividends, alongside new consolidated earnings guidance projecting net sales of ¥1.1 trillion and operating profit of ¥85.5 billion for the year ending March 31, 2026. The combination of higher expected shareholder payouts and improved earnings visibility illustrates the company’s focus on rewarding investors and signaling confidence in its operational outlook. We’ll explore how MatsukiyoCocokara’s upward...

Fanuc (TSE:6954) shares just ended the week slightly lower, dipping 1% over the past day. This move follows ongoing market conversations around the industrial automation sector, with investors reassessing recent performance trends for the company. See our latest analysis for Fanuc. Fanuc's share price has seen some ups and downs lately, with a 1.2% dip today following a steeper fall earlier in the week. However, the bigger picture remains positive as the stock has delivered a 17.4% share...

On November 11, 2025, Seiko Group Corporation revised its consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, projecting net sales of ¥318 billion, operating profit of ¥24.5 billion, and a basic earnings per share of ¥391.53, along with an increase in its second quarter dividend to ¥60 per share. This upward adjustment in both earnings outlook and dividends signals the company's confidence in its operational performance and commitment to rewarding shareholders. We’ll...

Marui Group (TSE:8252) just wrapped up a key phase in its share buyback program, purchasing over 1.2 million shares. The company also closed its buyback plan and announced a higher cash dividend for the quarter. See our latest analysis for Marui Group. After the buyback news, Marui Group’s 1-year total shareholder return stands at a solid 35.1%, with shares themselves up 25.6% year-to-date. These shareholder-focused moves, from buybacks to dividend hikes, have helped support momentum, even as...

Daiichi Sankyo (TSE:4568) has just teamed up with General Proximity to tap into a cutting-edge drug discovery platform that targets undruggable cancer proteins. Investors are also watching as the company advances its novel immunotherapy, DS3610, into human trials. See our latest analysis for Daiichi Sankyo Company. While Daiichi Sankyo’s pipeline is pushing into new frontiers, its recent momentum hasn’t carried over to shareholder returns. The stock’s 1-year total shareholder return stands at...

TRIAL Holdings (TSE:141A) just shared its October sales update. The company reported growth in comparable store sales at 102 percent, while all-stores sales reached 110 percent. This latest disclosure has put the stock back in focus for investors. See our latest analysis for TRIAL Holdings. The upbeat October sales numbers have helped TRIAL Holdings recapture some investor attention, yet momentum has mostly been fading this year. While the stock’s share price return over the past month was a...

Ushio (TSE:6925) just released consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 2026, outlining expectations for net sales, operating profit, and profit attributable to owners. Investors often track these updates closely because they signal management’s outlook and strategic priorities. See our latest analysis for Ushio. After Ushio’s updated earnings guidance, the momentum around the stock has cooled a bit, with a 4.56% dip in the 7-day share price return and a slight pullback...

Shimizu (TSE:1803) released updated consolidated earnings forecasts for the fiscal year ending March 2026 and revealed a higher interim dividend for shareholders. These announcements highlight management’s optimism regarding ongoing performance and the capital return strategy. See our latest analysis for Shimizu. Shimizu’s latest moves, including stronger earnings guidance and a higher interim dividend, have clearly resonated with investors. The company’s share price jumped 24.75% over the...

On November 12, 2025, JAC Recruitment Co., Ltd. announced an upward revision to its full-year profit forecast, introduced a new share buyback program for up to 500,000 shares worth ¥1,000 million, and increased its expected dividend for the fiscal year to ¥36.00 per share. These measures reflect management’s focus on capital efficiency and sustained shareholder returns, underscoring confidence in the company’s domestic business resilience and operational cost controls. With profit guidance...

MITSUI-SOKO HOLDINGS (TSE:9302) has raised its consolidated earnings forecasts for the fiscal year, crediting stronger air freight volume, particularly from handling more automobile-related cargo. This outlook update may catch the eye of investors. See our latest analysis for MITSUI-SOKO HOLDINGS. On the heels of its upgraded earnings forecast and a recent board meeting, MITSUI-SOKO HOLDINGS has seen investor enthusiasm reflected in a robust share price run, notching a year-to-date share...

Sumitomo Realty & Development announced a share repurchase program of up to 10,000,000 shares for ¥30,000 million alongside an increase to its interim dividend and an upward revision to its full-year earnings guidance. An additional stock split and amendments to the Articles of Incorporation further emphasize the company’s active approach to enhancing shareholder returns. We’ll explore how the share buyback initiative influences Sumitomo Realty & Development’s investment narrative and...

Mebuki Financial GroupInc (TSE:7167) has wrapped up its latest share buyback, acquiring 2,791,400 shares for around ¥2,669.6 million. The buyback, which ran from early October to mid-November, is now completed. See our latest analysis for Mebuki Financial GroupInc. The recent buyback has brought fresh attention to Mebuki Financial GroupInc, which has been on a roll. Its year-to-date share price return sits at an impressive 46.87%, and the total shareholder return over the past year is 47.34%...

Kusuri No Aoki Holdings (TSE:3549) released its preliminary sales results for October. All stores reported sales at 114% and existing stores at 105% compared to last year. This uptick hints at positive business momentum for the period. See our latest analysis for Kusuri No Aoki Holdings. The upbeat October sales report comes following a recent board meeting and has sparked renewed interest in Kusuri No Aoki Holdings, with the share price now at ¥3,931. While momentum softened slightly over...

On November 10, 2025, Fuji Media Holdings announced a significant share buyback program targeting up to 20,000,000 shares worth ¥50 billion and simultaneously raised its full-year earnings guidance following a rebound in advertising revenue at Fuji TV. This combination of shareholder return initiatives and operational improvements addresses both capital efficiency and the company's response to recent reputational and management challenges. We examine how the large-scale buyback and improved...

Kaga Electronics Ltd (TSE:8154) raised its earnings forecast for the year ending March 2026, citing stronger results in its electronic components and EMS businesses, as well as ongoing demand in amusement equipment. Extra gains from securities sales also helped lift expectations. See our latest analysis for Kaga ElectronicsLtd. Kaga ElectronicsLtd has been on a noticeable run this year, with its share price closing at ¥3,485 and showing strong momentum, up 21.7% year-to-date. The company has...