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TSE:8604
TSE:8604Capital Markets

Nomura Holdings (TSE:8604) Margin Slippage Tests Long Running Earnings Growth Narrative

Nomura Holdings (TSE:8604) has wrapped up FY 2026 with fourth quarter revenue of ¥577.2b and basic EPS of ¥25.29, setting the tone for how investors assess the latest earnings run. Over recent periods, revenue has moved from ¥452.7b in FY 2025 Q4 to ¥577.2b in FY 2026 Q4, while quarterly basic EPS shifted from ¥24.35 to ¥25.29. On a trailing twelve month basis, EPS and net income reached ¥123.08 and ¥362.1b respectively, supported by revenue of ¥2.17t. With a trailing net margin of 16.7%...
TSE:5423
TSE:5423Metals and Mining

Tokyo Steel Manufacturing (TSE:5423) Margin Decline Reinforces Bearish Narratives On Earnings Quality

Tokyo Steel Manufacturing (TSE:5423) has wrapped up FY 2026 with fourth quarter revenue of ¥66.2b and basic EPS of ¥21.05, setting the tone for a year where trailing twelve month revenue came in at ¥268.1b and EPS at ¥112.55. Over recent periods the company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥80.4b and EPS of ¥66.02 in FY 2025 Q3 to ¥73.1b and EPS of ¥36.18 in FY 2026 Q1, before settling at FY 2026 Q4 levels. This frames a year where investors are likely to focus on how thinner margins and...
TSE:4519
TSE:4519Pharmaceuticals

Chugai Pharmaceutical (TSE:4519) Q1 Net Margin Near 35% Reinforces Bullish Profitability Narratives

Chugai Pharmaceutical (TSE:4519) opened 2026 with Q1 revenue of ¥321,747 million and basic EPS of ¥70.13, setting the tone off the back of a year where trailing twelve month revenue reached about ¥1.29 trillion and EPS came in at ¥274.77. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move from ¥288,459 million and EPS of ¥59.09 in Q1 2025 to ¥346,301 million and EPS of ¥78.04 in Q4 2025, giving you a clear view of the top line and per share earnings trend heading into the latest print...
TSE:1605
TSE:1605Oil and Gas

A Look At Inpex’s (TSE:1605) Valuation After Recent Share Price Pullback And Strong 1 Year Return

Recent performance snapshot Inpex (TSE:1605) has drawn attention after a 2.6% gain over the past day and 2.2% over the past week, in contrast with an 8.3% decline over the past month but a 26.1% rise over the past 3 months. See our latest analysis for Inpex. The recent pullback, including a 1 month share price return of negative 8.3%, sits against a stronger backdrop. A 3 month share price return of 26.1% and a 1 year total shareholder return above 100% suggest that momentum has been building...
TSE:2502
TSE:2502Beverage

A Look At Asahi Group Holdings (TSE:2502) Valuation After Recent Mixed Share Returns

Recent returns and business snapshot Asahi Group Holdings (TSE:2502) has recently drawn attention after a stretch of mixed share returns, including a 0.6% decline in the latest session and weaker performance over the past year. The company operates a broad beverage and food portfolio across Japan, Europe, Oceania, and Southeast Asia, generating revenue of ¥2,926,294 and net income of ¥155,563, with annual revenue growth of 3.9% and net income growth of 10.3%. See our latest analysis for Asahi...
TSE:3407
TSE:3407Chemicals

Asahi Kasei Expands Pharma Reach With Aicuris Deal And AK1940 Trial

Asahi Kasei (TSE:3407) has completed its acquisition of German biopharmaceutical company Aicuris Anti-infective Cures. The company has also initiated a Phase I clinical trial for AK1940, a new therapy candidate for autoimmune diseases. Both developments mark a shift in focus toward infectious and autoimmune disease treatments within Asahi Kasei's pharmaceutical operations. Asahi Kasei, traditionally known for chemicals, materials, and health care businesses, is steadily building out its...
TSE:7912
TSE:7912Commercial Services

How Investors May Respond To Dai Nippon Printing (TSE:7912) Expanding Its Advanced Automotive Display Films

Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. has announced it will begin mass production in April 2026 of a new decorative film for automotive displays that combines woodgrain-style design with advanced optical performance, initially targeting the Chinese market before moving into Europe, Japan, the United States, South Korea, India and other regions. An interesting angle is DNP’s plan to apply this microfabricated, Electron Beam-coated film beyond car interiors, including exterior auto components and...
TSE:8015
TSE:8015Trade Distributors

Is It Too Late To Consider Toyota Tsusho (TSE:8015) After Its 143% One Year Surge?

If you are wondering whether Toyota Tsusho at ¥6,100 still offers value, the key is understanding how its current price lines up with different valuation checks. The stock is up 10.8% year to date, with a 142.7% return over the past year, even though the last 7 and 30 days show modest declines of 2.3% and 2.1%. Recent coverage has focused on Toyota Tsusho as part of broader discussions around major Japanese trading houses and their roles in global supply chains, resource sourcing, and...
TSE:2268
TSE:2268Hospitality

B R 31 Ice CreamLtd Q4 EPS Loss Tests Bullish High Quality Earnings Narrative

B-R 31 Ice CreamLtd (TSE:2268) has opened Q1 2026 earnings season with recent quarterly revenue of ¥8,432 million in Q4 2025 and a basic EPS loss of ¥22.62, set against trailing twelve month EPS of ¥183.69 on revenue of ¥34.29 billion that grew from ¥30.69 billion a year earlier. The company has seen revenue move from ¥29,088 million in Q3 2024 to ¥34,285 million in the latest trailing twelve month reading, while quarterly EPS has ranged from ¥75.03 in Q3 2024 to ¥93.09 in Q3 2025, giving...
TSE:5344
TSE:5344Electronic

High Growth Tech Stocks to Watch in April 2026

In April 2026, global markets are experiencing strong upward momentum, fueled by de-escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and positive economic indicators from major regions like the U.S. and China. As key indices such as the Nasdaq Composite and Russell 2000 reach record highs, investors are increasingly focused on high-growth tech stocks that demonstrate robust earnings potential and innovation-driven growth, making them attractive in this buoyant market environment.
TSE:7751
TSE:7751Tech

Canon (TSE:7751) Q4 Margin Rebound Challenges Cautious Earnings Narratives

Canon (TSE:7751) opened 2026 by extending its recent momentum, with Q4 2025 revenue at ¥1.32t and basic EPS of ¥124.48, wrapping up a trailing twelve month EPS of ¥367.48 and revenue of ¥4.62t alongside earnings growth of 107.5% over the past year. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥1.06t in Q1 2025 to ¥1.10t in Q3 and ¥1.32t in Q4, while basic EPS shifted from ¥77.27 to ¥71.51 and then ¥124.48 over the same stretch, underpinned by a trailing net profit margin of 7.2% versus...
TSE:8591
TSE:8591Diversified Financial

Is It Too Late To Consider ORIX (TSE:8591) After A 76% One Year Surge?

Wondering if ORIX at ¥4,850 is still good value after such a strong run, or if most of the upside is already reflected in the price. The stock has seen a 76.1% return over the last year, 136.7% over three years and 229.2% over five years, with a recent 4% gain over 30 days despite a 4.3% decline in the last week and a 5.1% return year to date. Recent coverage has focused on ORIX as a major player in diversified financials in Japan, with attention on how its mix of financing, leasing and...
TSE:6501
TSE:6501Industrials

Is It Too Late To Consider Hitachi (TSE:6501) After Its Strong Five-Year Share Price Run?

If you are wondering whether Hitachi's share price still offers value after a strong run, it helps to line up the recent returns against what the current valuation is actually saying. The stock last closed at ¥5,230, with returns of 0.2% over 7 days, 8.7% over 30 days, 3.2% year to date, 48.6% over 1 year and a very large gain over 5 years. Recent coverage has focused on Hitachi's role in capital goods and infrastructure, which keeps attention on how its core businesses are positioned, and...
TSE:7261
TSE:7261Auto

Mazda’s Indiana Transmission Shift And What It May Mean For Valuation

Aisin has begun contract manufacturing Mazda Motor's six speed automatic transmission in Indiana. The new production is aimed at improving Mazda's transmission supply and responsiveness within North America. This move expands Mazda's manufacturing footprint closer to its key regional customers. Mazda Motor (TSE:7261) is drawing fresh attention with this new North American transmission production, coming at a time when the shares trade at ¥1,058.0. The stock has seen a 30.4% gain over the...