Japanese Tobacco Stock News

Kyoritsu Maintenance (TSE:9616) just released its earnings for the six months ending September, posting a 7% rise in net sales and a 6% uptick in operating profit compared to last year. See our latest analysis for Kyoritsu Maintenance. Kyoritsu Maintenance’s upbeat results come after a steady climb in total shareholder return, now up 21.1% over the past year. The latest six-month performance adds momentum. Even as the share price has been a little choppy in recent weeks, this suggests...

On October 30, 2025, MEITEC Group Holdings (TSE:9744) updated investors with a higher second quarter dividend, new annual dividend guidance, and its latest full-year earnings forecasts. These developments could potentially impact shareholder returns and expectations. See our latest analysis for MEITEC Group Holdings. MEITEC Group Holdings’ steady flow of announcements this year has kept investors engaged, and that has played out in the stock’s positive momentum. The company’s 1-year total...

Fujikura (TSE:5803) has drawn investor attention ahead of its November 7 board meeting, where the board is set to discuss key decisions on updating consolidated financial forecasts and reviewing year-end dividends. See our latest analysis for Fujikura. Fujikura’s share price has soared an extraordinary 211% so far this year, driven by strong market momentum and anticipation around key board decisions. After reaching an all-time high on news of a possible forecast revision and dividend review,...

Toyota Boshoku (TSE:3116) just released its earnings guidance for the year ending March 2026, providing projections for revenue, profits, and earnings per share. The company also confirmed an interim dividend for shareholders. See our latest analysis for Toyota Boshoku. Toyota Boshoku’s latest guidance and dividend confirmation have caught investors’ attention, as seen in its strong momentum this year. The share price is up nearly 15% since January, with a one-year total shareholder return of...

On November 6, 2025, Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha announced revised consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, alongside updated dividend policies including a lower ordinary dividend of ¥85.00 per share and a commemorative dividend of ¥25.00 per share. This combination of a regular dividend decrease and the introduction of a one-off commemorative dividend highlights the company’s intention to balance shareholder returns amid changing earnings...

Socionext (TSE:6526) shares have edged up slightly in recent trading, gaining around 2% over the past day. However, the stock remains lower compared to where it traded a month ago. Investors seem to be weighing sector outlook and recent earnings growth to assess its current valuation. See our latest analysis for Socionext. Socionext’s recent dip has grabbed attention, but it comes after a strong multi-year run. While the 1-year total shareholder return is down 9.8%, the longer-term 3-year...

ARE Holdings (TSE:5857) just gave investors a double boost, announcing increases to both its interim and full-year dividends along with a higher earnings forecast for the year ending March 2026. These moves signal growing confidence in its financial outlook. See our latest analysis for ARE Holdings. ARE Holdings’ latest moves come on the back of impressive momentum. After a 53.7% year-to-date share price return, recent dividend hikes and upgraded forecasts add fuel to the rally. Over the last...

On October 31, 2025, HOYA Corporation's board approved an interim dividend of ¥125.00 per share for shareholders of record as of September 30, 2025, a very large increase compared to the ¥45.00 per share paid the previous year, with payment scheduled for November 28, 2025. This substantial dividend increase highlights HOYA's capacity to return more capital to shareholders and signals management's confidence in its financial position. We now explore how this unusually large interim dividend,...

Fuji Corporation reported strong financial growth for the six months ending September 30, 2025, with net sales rising by 26.3% and profit attributable to shareholders up 72.2%. This robust performance highlights Fuji's operational efficiency and improved market positioning during the recent period. We will explore how Fuji’s exceptional profit growth this half-year influences the overall investment narrative for the company. Trump's oil boom is here - pipelines are primed to profit. Discover...

HORIBA (TSE:6856) has been attracting some attention, especially after its recent streak of steady gains over the past three months. Investors are now assessing what might be driving momentum and considering the valuation outlook as shares continue to move. See our latest analysis for HORIBA. HORIBA’s share price momentum is hard to ignore. After rallying 21.8% over the past 90 days and climbing nearly 50% year-to-date, there is a clear sense that investor sentiment is warming thanks to both...

JACCS Co., Ltd. recently reported a 1.4% increase in operating revenues for the six months ended September 30, 2025, while noting declines in several profit metrics but improved its equity-to-asset ratio and maintained a dividend forecast of 200 yen per share for the fiscal year ending March 2026. The company outperformed its earlier financial forecasts thanks to a faster-than-expected domestic credit market recovery and lower financial expenses influenced by stable policy interest...

On November 5, 2025, Alsok Co., Ltd. held a board meeting to consider upward revisions to its financial results forecasts for fiscal year ending March 2026, along with possible adjustments to interim and year-end dividend forecasts, following its recent H1 2026 earnings call. The consideration of increased financial and dividend projections often signals management’s confidence in future performance, leading to heightened investor focus ahead of these key announcements. We'll explore how...

In the past fiscal year ending September 30, 2025, Hamamatsu Photonics K.K. reported a 4% increase in net sales but experienced significant declines in operating and ordinary profits, while also conducting a stock split and announcing a substantial share buyback program targeting up to 15 million shares, or approximately 5% of its total issued shares. This combination of capital policy actions signals a focus on enhancing shareholder returns and strengthening market positioning during a...

Hokkaido Electric Power Company (TSE:9509) just updated its outlook for the fiscal year ending March 2026 and raised its second quarter dividend. The new guidance and dividend hike may catch investor attention for good reason. See our latest analysis for Hokkaido Electric Power Company. After a strong start to the year, Hokkaido Electric Power Company's shares have cooled off somewhat in recent weeks, reflecting a 23.1% year-to-date share price return but giving back some momentum with...

Shionogi (TSE:4507) just raised its earnings outlook for the fiscal year ending March 2026, citing stronger profits from tight cost management and gains in other income. This comes even as domestic revenue falls short. See our latest analysis for Shionogi. Shionogi has steadily gained momentum this year, with its share price climbing over 18% year-to-date. Strategic moves, including the recent reorganization tied to its acquisition of Japan Tobacco’s pharmaceutical arm and an increased...

Kyoto Financial GroupInc (TSE:5844) recently completed the repurchase of 497,000 shares in October 2025, following a board-approved plan to buy back up to 5 million shares. This move is intended to enhance shareholder value and adjust the company’s capital structure. See our latest analysis for Kyoto Financial GroupInc. Momentum has been on Kyoto Financial GroupInc’s side in 2025, with the latest share price up 38.7% year-to-date and a stellar 154.9% total shareholder return over three years...

Canon (TSE:7751) updated its earnings guidance for 2025, lowering profit expectations in response to ongoing global uncertainty and new tariffs. The company still anticipates stronger product sales as the year-end season approaches. See our latest analysis for Canon. Canon’s revised outlook comes after a turbulent spell for its stock. The 2025 guidance shift contributed to a muted tone in recent trading, with the 1-year total shareholder return down nearly 10%, and the share price sitting at...

Nisshinbo Holdings reported significant improvements in net sales and profits for the nine months ended September 30, 2025, compared to the prior year. This financial surge highlights the effectiveness of the company’s operational strategies and has captured attention across the investment community. We’ll explore how Nisshinbo Holdings’ improved profitability shapes its investment narrative and engagement among market participants. Trump has pledged to "unleash" American oil and gas and...

KDDI (TSE:9433) just reported increases in revenue, operating income, and net profit compared to last year and last quarter. The company highlighted the impact of mobile business reforms, improving average revenue per user, and lower churn. See our latest analysis for KDDI. KDDI’s 1-month share price return of nearly 10% stands out, boosted by robust earnings, a major stock split earlier this year, and upbeat guidance on AI infrastructure investments. Momentum has definitely returned to the...

Eisai (TSE:4523) just received approval in Canada for LEQEMBI (lecanemab), its first-in-class treatment for early Alzheimer's disease. This marks a significant milestone that follows successful authorizations in the U.S., Japan, and the EU. This regulatory progress is driven by strong Phase 3 trial results and comes as Eisai, together with Merck, also reported positive data from late-stage cancer studies. These developments highlight the company’s commitment to new therapies in neurology and...

Daido Steel has scheduled a board meeting for October 30, 2025, to review possible changes to its shareholder return policy, decide on distribution of the dividend surplus, and revise its dividend forecast. This type of agenda often signals management is reconsidering capital allocation priorities, a topic that can influence shareholder expectations and company valuation assessments. We will assess how the potential shift in Daido Steel’s dividend approach could shape its investment...

Pilot (TSE:7846) has caught the market’s attention after announcing it has acquired over 1.2 million treasury shares as part of a buyback plan this quarter. More purchases are expected by December. See our latest analysis for Pilot. Pilot’s buyback news comes after a period of mixed momentum for the stock. While the 1-year total shareholder return is down 4.5%, longer-term investors have seen a strong 68% total return over five years. This highlights how much the company’s long game has...

Hirogin Holdings (TSE:7337) has kicked off its share buyback program, purchasing over 720,000 shares on the Tokyo Stock Exchange following board approval. The move is intended to optimize the capital structure and increase shareholder returns. See our latest analysis for Hirogin Holdings. Momentum has been strong for Hirogin Holdings this year, with a 25.5% year-to-date share price return and an impressive 26.7% total shareholder return over the past twelve months. The recent buyback...

On October 30, 2025, Panasonic Holdings announced a second-quarter dividend of ¥20 per share, unchanged from the prior year, alongside a downward revision to its full-year earnings outlook for the fiscal year ending March 2026. The reduction in guidance lowered expectations for net sales, operating profit, and net income, even as the company continued to highlight product innovation and sustained its dividend level. We'll examine how Panasonic Holdings' decision to lower its full-year...