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Buyback update and earnings shift investor focus Mitsubishi Logistics (TSE:9301) has drawn fresh attention after reporting a 72% surge in FY2025 net profit driven by asset sales, along with a buyback tranche that ultimately resulted in no share repurchases. See our latest analysis for Mitsubishi Logistics. At a share price of ¥1,425, Mitsubishi Logistics has seen firm share price momentum, with a 16.71% year to date share price return and a 38.16% total shareholder return over the past year...

In May 2026, AEON Co., Ltd. outlined its FY2026–FY2030 medium-term management plan, aiming to streamline its portfolio, boost food retail profitability, and improve capital efficiency while reinforcing cash generation and reducing debt. A particularly important element of the plan is AEON’s intention to cut loss-making and overlapping entities and channel resources into higher value-added areas such as Health & Wellness, developer and entertainment operations, and its Vietnam business. We’ll...

On May 14, 2026, Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reported full-year sales of ¥18,263.87 billion and a net loss of ¥423.94 billion, marking its first annual loss since listing as heavy electric-vehicle restructuring charges pushed earnings from profit to loss. Alongside scrapping key EV goals and suspending a large Canada EV plant, Honda is pivoting toward hybrid vehicles and cost cuts while still guiding for a return to profitability, signaling a reset of its long-term electrification roadmap. Next,...

Recent reports suggest DENSO (TSE:6902) is increasing investment in automotive digital cockpit technology, centering on in-car displays, connectivity, and software-rich interiors. The company is placing a clear focus on Asia Pacific adoption trends. See our latest analysis for DENSO. At a share price of ¥1,944.0, DENSO has seen short term share price gains, with a 1-day return of 3.18%, while the 90-day share price return is down 12.98%. The 5-year total shareholder return stands at 20.25%,...

Subaru (TSE:7270) sharply reduced its FY2026 profit forecast, citing weaker U.S. sales, shipping disruptions, and an impairment related to battery EV assets. At the same time, the company announced a sizeable share buyback program while keeping its planned dividend payout unchanged. The update highlights a tougher operating backdrop alongside a clear signal that management intends to keep returning capital to shareholders. For investors watching Subaru at ¥2,567.5, the mix of a weaker...

Q1 results put Pigeon (TSE:7956) in focus Pigeon (TSE:7956) has drawn fresh attention after reporting Q1 2026 results, with net sales up 9.8% year on year while keeping full year earnings guidance and dividend plans unchanged despite a slight decline in net income. See our latest analysis for Pigeon. Pigeon’s recent Q1 update coincides with a strong short term share price return, with the stock up 7.23% over 1 day, 10.58% over 30 days and 15.36% year to date, while the 5 year total...

Hyakujushi Bank (TSE:8386) is back on investors’ radar after reporting fiscal 2026 results showing ordinary income up 20.6% and ordinary profit up 46.3%, alongside a 1-for-4 share split and a higher dividend. See our latest analysis for Hyakujushi Bank. The recent fiscal 2026 results, share split, higher dividend and new restricted stock incentives have arrived alongside strong momentum, with a year to date share price return of 46.63% and a one year total shareholder return of 171.56%, which...

If you are wondering whether Astellas Pharma stock still offers value after a strong run, or if the easier gains may already have occurred, this article breaks down what the current price could be indicating. The stock is priced at ¥2,324.5, with returns of 1.1% over the last 7 days, down 10.8% over the past month, up 9.1% year to date and up 76.9% over the past year. This raises fair questions about how much of the story may already be reflected in the share price. Recent news coverage has...

Canon (TSE:7751) drew fresh attention after recent share price moves, with the stock up about 4.1% over the past week but down around 4.5% over the past month. See our latest analysis for Canon. That short-term rebound sits against a weaker backdrop, with the share price down 10.55% year to date and the 1-year total shareholder return declining 2.76%. Over the longer term, 3-year and 5-year total shareholder returns of 37.67% and 98.51% respectively show the stock has historically rewarded...

Investors may be wondering whether Hitachi at ¥4,812 is offering good value right now, or whether the recent share price performance already reflects much of its potential. The share price is down 2.6% over the past week and 7.8% over the past month, yet it is still 5.1% higher year to date and has delivered a 27.4% gain over the last year and a very large return over the past 5 years. Recent coverage around Hitachi has kept attention on how this diversified industrial group fits into long...

If you are trying to work out whether Fujitsu stock offers good value today, the recent share price performance gives a useful starting point but not the full story. The stock last closed at ¥3,217, with the share price down 4.9% over the past week, down 11.4% over the past month, down 25.3% year to date, while still up 84.5% over three years and up 89.3% over five years. These moves sit against a backdrop of ongoing interest in large Japanese technology companies and continued focus on how...

Nintendo (TSE:7974) is back in focus after unveiling the Nintendo Switch 2: Choose Your Game Bundle, pairing new hardware with Mario and Pokémon titles, while The Super Mario Galaxy Movie keeps demand for related merchandise in the spotlight. See our latest analysis for Nintendo. Despite the buzz around the Switch 2 bundle and fresh Mario, Pokémon and Star Fox content, Nintendo’s share price return is down 12.68% over 30 days and 32.85% year to date. However, its 3 year total shareholder...

Pilot Corporation has already reported its first-quarter 2026 results, posting sales of ¥31,526 million and net income of ¥2,677 million, both higher than a year earlier. The jump in basic earnings per share from continuing operations to ¥74.08, up from ¥48.16, highlights improved profitability for the period. With this stronger profitability as a backdrop, we now examine how the earnings surprise shapes Pilot’s broader investment narrative and outlook. Capitalize on the AI infrastructure...

Fuji Oil (TSE:2607) shares reacted after the company reported record-high profits for FY2025, highlighted strong results in Vegetable Oils and Fats, outlined its profit expectations for FY2026, and announced a higher dividend. See our latest analysis for Fuji Oil. At a share price of ¥3,525.0, Fuji Oil has seen a 1-day share price return of 3.04% and a 7-day share price return of 6.59%. This contrasts with a 90-day share price decline of 13.26%, while the 3-year total shareholder return of...

Rigaku Holdings Corporation ( TSE:268A ) missed earnings with its latest quarterly results, disappointing...

Investor focus shifts to Umios after board meeting agenda and earnings timing Umios (TSE:1333) has drawn fresh attention after scheduling a May 11, 2026 board meeting to consider a potential dividend increase, changes in consolidated subsidiaries and additional contributions to board and employee stock benefit trusts. The timing coincides with the company’s plan to release fiscal year 2026 results the same afternoon in Tokyo, a pairing that puts Umios stock in the spotlight for investors...

There's been a notable change in appetite for Kokusai Electric Corporation ( TSE:6525 ) shares in the week since its...

for Startups, Inc. ( TSE:7089 ) recently posted some strong earnings, and the market responded positively. Our analysis...

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The market seemed underwhelmed by last week's earnings announcement from MKSystem Corporation ( TSE:3910 ) despite the...

It's been a sad week for freee K.K. ( TSE:4478 ), who've watched their investment drop 10% to JP¥2,182 in the week...

Last week, you might have seen that Medley, Inc. ( TSE:4480 ) released its first-quarter result to the market. The...

Techno Horizon Co.,Ltd.'s ( TSE:6629 ) stock was strong after they recently reported robust earnings. However, we think...