TSE:7733
TSE:7733Medical Equipment

Will Olympus (TSE:7733) Leadership Changes Redefine Its Medtech Ambitions or Signal Strategic Caution?

Olympus Corporation recently unveiled new consolidated earnings guidance, discussed a global personnel optimization program at its Board meeting, and confirmed upcoming executive leadership changes following its completed share buyback program. This transition includes the succession planning for the Gastrointestinal Solutions Division, highlighting Olympus’s commitment to innovation and leadership continuity amid its transformation as a global medtech company. We'll explore how the...
TSE:6146
TSE:6146Semiconductor

Did Disco's (TSE:6146) Higher Dividend Reveal a Shift in Capital Allocation Priorities?

On October 29, 2025, Disco Corporation held its board meeting and announced increased interim dividends along with updated consolidated and non-consolidated earnings guidance for the nine months ending December 31, 2025, reflecting performance-linked payout policies and continued sector volatility. The company set its interim dividend at ¥129.00 per share, up from ¥124.00 last year, signaling confidence despite ongoing demand fluctuations in the semiconductor and electronics...
TSE:6806
TSE:6806Electronic

Hirose Electric (TSE:6806) Lifts Outlook as Industrial Demand Grows—Is Management’s Optimism Justified?

On November 4, 2025, Hirose Electric Co., Ltd. announced its second quarter dividend of ¥245 per share, unchanged from the previous year, and raised its full-year revenue and profit forecasts for the fiscal year ending March 2026, crediting positive foreign exchange trends and a strong general industries outlook. The upward revision to earnings guidance reflects the company's expectation that its core industrial business will outperform earlier projections, highlighting management's...
TSE:8058
TSE:8058Trade Distributors

Mitsubishi (TSE:8058): Exploring Valuation After Steady Share Price Gains

Mitsubishi (TSE:8058) has recently seen its stock shift, prompting renewed attention from investors seeking value opportunities. Over the past month, Mitsubishi shares climbed by 3%, reflecting steady interest in Japan’s capital goods sector. See our latest analysis for Mitsubishi. Zooming out, Mitsubishi's one-year total shareholder return stands at an impressive 39.5%, confirming strong momentum that has only accelerated this year. The share price alone is up 41.8% year-to-date, suggesting...
TSE:6594
TSE:6594Electrical

Could Nidec's (TSE:6594) Index Removal Shift the Narrative on Its Business Transformation?

Nidec Corporation was recently removed from the Nikkei 225 Index, a key benchmark for Japanese equities, following an official index review announcement. This change can prompt meaningful shifts in trading activity, as many institutional investors and index funds may adjust their portfolios in response to such rebalancing events. We'll now explore how Nidec's index exclusion may alter the company's investment narrative, particularly given its ongoing business transformation efforts. Find...
TSE:4307
TSE:4307IT

A Look at Nomura Research Institute’s (TSE:4307) Valuation Following New Earnings Guidance and Dividend Hike

Nomura Research Institute (TSE:4307) has just released its earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 2026, along with plans to raise both its quarterly and full-year dividends compared to last year. This move is drawing fresh attention from investors who closely monitor profit outlooks and shareholder rewards. See our latest analysis for Nomura Research Institute. Nomura Research Institute’s recent guidance and dividend boost landed as the stock was already building impressive...
TSE:6457
TSE:6457Machinery

Glory (TSE:6457) Is Up 7.9% After Beating Forecasts Despite Earnings Decline—What’s Driving Resilience?

Glory Ltd. recently reported a year-on-year drop in financial performance for the six months ending September 30, 2025, with net sales down 16.9% and net income down 57.1%. Despite these declines, the company exceeded its own interim forecasts thanks to robust demand for self-service products and operational efficiencies, and plans to shift to International Financial Reporting Standards from the next fiscal year. Let's explore what Glory's outperformance against internal forecasts and its...
TSE:6361
TSE:6361Machinery

Ebara (TSE:6361): Evaluating Valuation Following Board-Approved Share Buyback Program

Ebara (TSE:6361) recently announced a share buyback, with its Board of Directors approving the repurchase of 1,286,900 shares as part of a broader plan to acquire up to 9 million shares. This move is aimed at optimizing capital structure and could influence investor sentiment in the near term. See our latest analysis for Ebara. Momentum has been building fast for Ebara, with a 1-day share price return of 3.7% and a standout year-to-date gain of nearly 73%. When including dividends, total...