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Q1 earnings put Create Restaurants Holdings stock in focus Create Restaurants Holdings (TSE:3387) is back on investors’ radar after reporting first quarter results, with higher sales, net income and earnings per share, alongside a planned increase in the annual dividend. See our latest analysis for create restaurants holdings. The latest Q1 update and planned dividend increase come as create restaurants holdings trades at ¥786.0, with a 30-day share price return of 11.02% and a 5-year total...

Mitsubishi Motors (TSE:7211) is back in focus after its North American unit partnered with AMPORTS and Port Freeport in Texas to import more vehicles from Japan, targeting shorter inland routes and quicker dealer deliveries. See our latest analysis for Mitsubishi Motors. Mitsubishi Motors' latest logistics move comes as short term momentum has picked up, with a 9.13% 7 day share price return and 11.32% 90 day share price return, while the 1 year total shareholder return has declined 6.2%...

As you might know, Money Forward, Inc. ( TSE:3994 ) recently reported its half-yearly numbers. It was a pretty bad...

With inflation trends uneven across regions, energy prices swinging with geopolitical headlines and central banks recalibrating interest rate paths, investors are looking for growth that is firmly aligned with management. That is where fast growing stocks with high insider ownership can be useful. When leaders have substantial personal capital at stake, their incentives are closely tied to shareholders. This screener filters for companies that analysts and insiders both view with optimism,...

Subaru (TSE:7270) is in focus after announcing a recall of more than 541,000 vehicles in the United States due to incorrect labeling, raising questions about customer safety, operational costs, and brand perception. See our latest analysis for Subaru. Subaru's latest recall news comes after a year in which the share price has fallen 27.45% year to date, even though 5 year total shareholder return is 43.93%. This suggests that shorter term momentum has faded while longer term holders have...

Kyoto Financial Group Inc (TSE:5844) has completed a previously announced share buyback, repurchasing 1,886,400 shares, or 0.66% of outstanding stock, for ¥8,300.92 million between April and June 2026. See our latest analysis for Kyoto Financial GroupInc. Kyoto Financial GroupInc’s share price has been firming, with a 6.0% 1 month share price return and a 37.46% year to date share price return. The 1 year total shareholder return of 84.73% reflects strong compounding over time. If this...

As geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and energy market volatility capture global attention, Asian markets are navigating these challenges with a focus on resilience and strategic growth. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer stability through regular income streams, making them an attractive consideration for investors seeking to balance potential market fluctuations.

Nippon Chemical Industrial Co., Ltd. ( TSE:4092 ), might not be a large cap stock, but it led the TSE gainers with a...

SMS stock has climbed strongly year to date, yet both the Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) intrinsic value estimate and the market multiples still point to the shares trading at a discount, which sits alongside a mixed overall valuation score. Year to date, SMS has returned 87.9%, which puts extra focus on whether the current share price fully reflects its intrinsic value. The valuation case can be supported if SMS continues to convert revenue into reliable cash flows. Any setback in cash...

With inflation pressures, higher bond yields and geopolitical tension pulling markets in different directions, many investors are looking for solid businesses that can handle shocks without relying on rosy growth stories. That is where the High Quality Undervalued Stocks screener comes in. It focuses on companies with healthy cash flows and robust balance sheets that the market has not fully priced, providing exposure to what can be described as hidden engines of wealth. In this article, you...

One of the biggest stories of last week was how JINS HOLDINGS Inc. ( TSE:3046 ) shares plunged 28% in the week since...

Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...

The first-quarter results for Takeuchi Mfg. Co., Ltd. ( TSE:6432 ) were released last week, making it a good time to...

Investors are often guided by the idea of discovering 'the next big thing', even if that means buying 'story stocks...

YASKAWA Electric Corporation ( TSE:6506 ) missed earnings with its latest quarterly results, disappointing...

COSMOS Pharmaceutical (TSE:3349) has wrapped up FY 2026 with fourth quarter revenue of ¥289.2b and basic EPS of ¥117.31, set against trailing twelve month revenue of ¥1.10t and EPS of ¥404.33 as earnings rose 3.4% over the past year. Over recent periods the company has seen revenue move from ¥1.01t to ¥1.10t on a trailing basis, while basic EPS has shifted from ¥390.85 to ¥404.33. Net profit margins stand at 2.9% versus 3.1% the year before. See our full analysis for COSMOS...

GMO Internet Group has recently held board meetings to create a Group AI Acceleration Division and to appoint founder and Group CEO Masatoshi Kumagai as Chief AI Transformation Officer, overseeing AI strategy, implementation, governance, talent development and business transformation across the Group. This consolidation of AI leadership and resources into a dedicated division is designed to speed up the rollout of business AI agents across GMO’s operations, potentially reshaping how the...

LIKE (TSE:2462) has just reported its FY 2026 numbers with fourth quarter revenue of ¥19.3b and basic EPS of ¥69.80, set against trailing twelve month revenue of ¥67.3b and EPS of ¥121.31. Over recent periods, revenue has ranged from ¥15.9b to ¥19.3b per quarter, while quarterly EPS has moved between ¥13.81 and ¥69.80. This gives investors a clear view of how the top line and EPS have tracked together. With trailing net profit margins holding in the low single digits, this result puts the...

CURVES HOLDINGS (TSE:7085) has reported Q3 2026 revenue of ¥11.6b and basic EPS of ¥17.27, set against trailing twelve month EPS of ¥53.14 as earnings grew about 26.4% over the past year. The company has seen quarterly revenue progress from ¥9.34b in Q2 2025 to ¥11.6b in Q3 2026, with basic EPS moving from ¥11.34 to ¥17.27 over the same period as net profit margins improved from 10.6% to 11.8%. This quarter's release is therefore a story about steadily firmer profitability. See our full...

Unicharm Corporation has announced its entry into India’s pet care market from July 2026, extending its pet care operations beyond Japan, North America, Asia, and its recent move into Brazil through the acquisition of Nutrire. This expansion positions India as a vital region under Unicharm’s 13th Mid-Term Management Plan, where pet care is identified as a key growth driver supporting its vision of a “Cohesive Society” for humans and pets. We’ll examine how Unicharm’s focus on India as a...

Amidst a backdrop of geopolitical tensions and market volatility, global growth stocks have shown resilience, with the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 indices making gains despite challenges such as rising oil prices and renewed U.S.-Iran hostilities. In this environment, companies with high insider ownership can signal strong internal confidence in their growth prospects, making them appealing options for investors seeking to navigate uncertain times.

Global shipping and logistics stocks are suddenly in the spotlight after President Trump’s renewed naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, a sharp move in oil prices, and fresh questions over trade routes and tolls. For investors, this mix of geopolitical tension, energy price swings, and inflation data creates both pressure and potential openings. This article explains how that backdrop ties into our Global Shipping and Logistics screener and highlights 3 stocks that current news directly...

As global markets navigate renewed geopolitical tensions and energy market volatility, the Asian equities landscape presents unique opportunities for discovery. With small-cap stocks in focus, investors may find potential in companies that demonstrate resilience and innovation amidst these broader market dynamics.

Amidst geopolitical tensions and energy market volatility, Asian markets have shown resilience with varying performances across key indices. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer a stable income stream, making them an attractive consideration for investors seeking to balance growth and income in their portfolios.