Japanese Semiconductors Stock News

Canon (TSE:7751) is back in focus after recent share price moves, with the stock roughly flat over the past year, but showing a gain over the past month and a decline over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Canon. That pattern fits a stock where shorter term momentum is fading. The 30 day share price return of 5.52% contrasts with a 90 day share price return that is down 11.21%, while the 5 year total shareholder return of 96.48% highlights how patient investors have still seen...

Asahi Kasei (TSE:3407) recently highlighted its semiconductor materials business with a new photosensitive film that combines existing PSPI and dry film photoresist technologies, targeting higher density, three dimensional packaging for applications such as AI data centers. See our latest analysis for Asahi Kasei. The new semiconductor materials announcement comes alongside a strong short term share price run, with a 1 month share price return of 16.42% and a year to date share price return...

Suzuki Motor Corporation recently reported that its Indian subsidiary, Maruti Suzuki India, has begun production at a second vehicle assembly plant in Kharkhoda, Haryana, lifting the group’s annual capacity in the country to 2.65 million vehicles as of 2026. With an additional plant in Hansalpur scheduled to come onstream in the first half of the current fiscal year, Suzuki is further deepening its manufacturing footprint in India, underlining how central this market has become to its global...

Daiichi Sankyo (TSE:4568) has secured public reimbursement in Quebec, Canada for its targeted acute myeloid leukemia treatment Vanflyta. The change expands access for certain patients with FLT3-ITD positive acute myeloid leukemia within the province’s public healthcare system. The company is also preparing to present more than 25 oncology abstracts, including pivotal trial updates, at the 2026 ASCO Annual Meeting. Daiichi Sankyo, known for its oncology and cardiovascular portfolio, is...

While RS Technologies Co., Ltd. ( TSE:3445 ) might not have the largest market cap around , it received a lot of...

The latest analyst coverage could presage a bad day for Digital Arts Inc. ( TSE:2326 ), with the analysts making...

SoftBank Group (TSE:9984) has agreed to acquire DigitalBridge in a deal valued at US$4b. Following this, DigitalBridge plans to acquire ArcLight Capital Partners once SoftBank's transaction closes. The combined platform is expected to oversee about US$150b across power generation, transmission, and AI focused digital infrastructure. For investors tracking SoftBank Group, this move comes with the stock trading around ¥7,491.0 and showing very strong recent momentum, including a 62.3% return...

Towa Food Service (TSE:3329) has wrapped up FY 2026 with fourth quarter revenue of ¥3.3 billion and basic EPS of ¥31.47, while trailing 12 month EPS sits at ¥93.05 on net income of ¥751 million. Over the past six reported quarters, revenue has moved in a tight band from ¥3.2 billion to ¥3.5 billion per quarter as basic EPS ranged from ¥15.61 to ¥31.47. This gives a clear view of how earnings scale with relatively stable sales. With a trailing net profit margin of 5.6% and five year earnings...

Sony Group (TSE:6758) has announced a major refresh of its Bravia TV line, introducing the new Bravia 9 II and Bravia 7 II premium models. The company also revealed plans for a joint venture with TCL that will include Sony's Bravia TV business, with TCL expected to hold a majority stake. The collaboration is targeted to formally launch in April 2027 and is intended to reshape Sony's position in global home theater and TV markets. Sony introduced new audio hardware under the Bravia Theater...

Wondering whether Nomura Research Institute at ¥5,022 is offering good value right now, or if the stock is already pricing in its strengths. The share price has risen 6.9% over the past week and 16.4% over the past month, yet is still down 16.6% year to date and has fallen 8.5% over the last year, which can change how investors think about both risk and opportunity. These moves sit against a longer context where the stock has returned 42.1% over three years and 56.1% over five years, which...

Investors may be wondering whether Daiichi Sankyo Company stock still offers value after recent volatility, or if the current price already reflects its prospects. The stock last closed at ¥2,700.5, with a 7 day return of 1.9%, a 30 day return of 1.9%, declines of 23.5% year to date and 27.9% over the past year, and a 5 year gain of 18.3%. These mixed returns have put valuation firmly in focus for investors who are considering how much risk is being priced into the stock and whether the...

Investors may be wondering whether Shimizu is still good value after its strong run, or if the stock is starting to look fully priced. The share price closed at ¥2,678, with returns of 5.1% over the past week, a decline of 16.0% over the past month, a decline of 1.8% year to date, and gains of 73.3% over 1 year, 240.7% over 3 years, and 225.6% over 5 years. Recent coverage has focused on Shimizu's share price performance and how investors are reassessing the stock after its strong multi year...

Trend Micro is expanding its TrendAI platform with new AI security initiatives in collaboration with Anthropic. The company is joining Anthropic's Cyber Verification Program and adopting Claude Opus 4.8 to support advanced cybersecurity use cases. Trend Micro plans to present deeper AI governance solutions and platform changes at COMPUTEX 2026. For investors watching TSE:4704, these AI moves arrive at a time when the stock has seen mixed performance. The share price is around ¥6,014.0, with...

As global markets experience a mix of record highs in major U.S. indices and persistent inflation concerns, investors are increasingly seeking stability amidst the volatility. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a compelling option for those looking to balance growth potential with income generation, as they tend to provide regular payouts that can help offset market fluctuations.

Earlier in 2026, MISUMI Group Inc. launched MISUMI Americas, combining Fictiv’s digital manufacturing platform with its precision components heritage and outlining a US$1.00 billion Global Investment Vision to fund expansion and growth initiatives. The appointment of MISUMI’s first American CEO to lead U.S. operations highlights a deeper commitment to the Americas market and to integrating digital manufacturing into its global supply chain model. We’ll now examine how the MISUMI Americas...

We can readily understand why investors are attracted to unprofitable companies. Indeed, Bitcoin Japan ( TSE:8105...

As global markets navigate a landscape marked by record-low consumer sentiment and persistent inflation pressures, small-cap stocks have shown resilience, outperforming their larger counterparts amid these challenging conditions. In this environment, identifying undiscovered gems like Jiangxi Guotai Group Ltd and other promising small caps can offer unique opportunities for investors seeking potential growth in sectors poised to benefit from evolving economic dynamics.

As global markets navigate a landscape marked by record-low consumer sentiment and persistent inflation worries, major indices like the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 have managed to reach new heights, buoyed by optimism in sectors such as artificial intelligence. Amid this backdrop of economic uncertainty and selective market gains, dividend stocks present an appealing option for investors seeking steady income streams; their potential to offer reliable yields becomes particularly...

As global markets navigate a complex landscape of inflation concerns and geopolitical tensions, Asian markets are also experiencing their own set of challenges and opportunities. Despite some economic uncertainties, this environment can present potential opportunities for investors seeking stocks that might be trading below their estimated value. In such conditions, identifying undervalued stocks often involves looking for companies with strong fundamentals that may not yet be fully...

As global markets navigate a landscape marked by inflationary pressures and geopolitical tensions, Asian equities present a unique opportunity for investors seeking stability through dividend stocks. In this environment, selecting stocks with strong fundamentals and consistent dividend payouts can provide a measure of resilience and income amid market volatility.

Amidst a backdrop of mixed economic signals and geopolitical developments, Asian markets have shown resilience with some indices rebounding while others face pressure from global uncertainties. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a stable income stream, providing investors with potential returns even when market volatility is high.

The stock price didn't jump after Fujikura Kasei Co., Ltd. ( TSE:4620 ) posted decent earnings last week. We did some...

Nitori Holdings (TSE:9843) has just updated investors with full year earnings, fresh guidance for the current fiscal period, and dividend details that reflect its earlier five for one stock split. See our latest analysis for Nitori Holdings. The recent full year results and fresh guidance have arrived after a mixed stretch for investors. A 1 month share price return of 11.12% contrasts with a 1 year total shareholder return that is down 13.42%, suggesting momentum has picked up only recently...

Hikari Tsushin (TSE:9435) has introduced a new share repurchase program alongside its latest full-year results, combining capital returns with updated figures on sales, earnings and profitability. See our latest analysis for Hikari Tsushin. Despite the new buyback and solid full-year figures, the stock’s 1-month share price return is down 7.3% and the year-to-date share price return is down 17.4%, while the 5-year total shareholder return of 94.8% points to a much stronger longer-term...