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Idemitsu Kosan Ltd. (TSE:5019) got the market’s attention this week after it raised full-year earnings guidance, launched a substantial share buyback, and reaffirmed its dividend. These developments point to strong business momentum. See our latest analysis for Idemitsu KosanLtd. Idemitsu KosanLtd has seen a burst of momentum lately, driven by robust earnings guidance, a new share buyback, and forward-thinking partnerships in energy tech. Over the last year, its total shareholder return was...

On October 31, 2025, Nikon Corporation lowered its consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, expecting net sales of ¥680,000 million and operating profit of ¥14,000 million, attributing the revision to anticipated sales shortfalls in Precision Equipment and Digital Manufacturing as well as U.S. tariff impacts. This announcement follows a slightly improved first-half outlook, made possible by favorable currency movements and the earlier-than-expected...

Shizuoka Financial Group Inc (TSE:5831) has launched a share buyback program, planning to repurchase up to 10 million shares, or about 2% of its issued capital. This move often signals management’s optimism and can boost shareholder value over time. See our latest analysis for Shizuoka Financial GroupInc. Momentum in Shizuoka Financial GroupInc’s stock has been building after its board approved a sizable buyback and a dividend distribution, with shares climbing 6% over the past month. The...

Resona Holdings (TSE:8308) just delivered its half-year update, and there is plenty for investors to unpack. The bank reported an increase in both net interest income and net income, as well as a new share buyback and a higher dividend. See our latest analysis for Resona Holdings. Resona Holdings has seen its momentum accelerating this year, and the market has responded enthusiastically to a string of recent positives, including robust half-year earnings, a larger dividend, and a new share...

Mitsubishi Estate (TSE:8802) just wrapped up a major share buyback and rolled out higher dividend guidance. The company completed its repurchase plan and announced a boost to both near-term and future dividends. See our latest analysis for Mitsubishi Estate. These shareholder-focused moves have helped Mitsubishi Estate fuel positive momentum, with its stock up 50.7% year-to-date and a 56% total shareholder return over the last twelve months. Recent performance suggests growing confidence in...

ULVAC, Inc. recently reported its first quarter results for the period ended September 30, 2025, revealing a large year-on-year decrease in net sales and operating profit despite retaining its full-year profit outlook. The company's commitment to its full-year profit forecast, despite early setbacks, suggests management is anticipating a turnaround in the following quarters. We'll examine how management's confidence in profit recovery shapes ULVAC's investment narrative after the latest...

H2O Retailing (TSE:8242) just raised its net profit forecast for the year, supported by extraordinary income from the sale of investment securities related to TOHO’s tender offer. The company also announced a higher second quarter dividend. See our latest analysis for H2O Retailing. Shares have perked up lately, rising more than 5% over the past month following revised guidance and a boosted dividend. However, the year-to-date share price return remains slightly negative. H2O Retailing’s...

Suzuki Motor Corporation recently announced a cash dividend of ¥22.00 per share for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025, up from ¥20.00 per share a year earlier, with payment starting on November 28, 2025. This dividend increase may reflect management’s confidence in Suzuki’s financial position and signals a willingness to reward shareholders. With a higher dividend payment, we'll explore how Suzuki Motor’s strengthened shareholder returns factor into its broader investment...

SoftBank Corp. recently presented at the Crypto & AI/Energy Infrastructure Conference 2025 on November 11 at The Ritz-Carlton South Beach in Miami, highlighting its initiatives in artificial intelligence, crypto, and energy infrastructure. This prominent presentation signals increased industry attention on SoftBank’s potential influence and future moves within rapidly evolving tech sectors. We’ll examine how SoftBank’s focus on AI and digital infrastructure at this conference may shift its...

Lifenet Insurance (TSE:7157) released its October 2025 premium update, showing steady year-over-year gains in both individual and group credit life insurance policies. These upticks in core metrics are drawing keen attention from investors. See our latest analysis for Lifenet Insurance. Lifenet Insurance’s steady climb in annualized premiums appears to have energized the market, with the share price jumping 3.4% in a single day and trimming some of this year’s earlier declines. While...

On October 31, 2025, Tsubakimoto Chain Co. announced a dividend of ¥40.00 per share for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, with payments scheduled to commence on December 2, 2025, and revised its earnings guidance downward for the same period due to weakness in its material handling businesses in the United States and China. Despite maintaining a dividend payout, the lowered earnings forecast highlights the significance of international market performance to the company’s outlook. We’ll...

Toyo Suisan Kaisha (TSE:2875) just laid out fresh earnings guidance for the year ending March 2026, along with confirmation of its next dividend payout. These updates are putting the company in the investor spotlight this week. See our latest analysis for Toyo Suisan Kaisha. Toyo Suisan Kaisha’s recent updates have come amid steady momentum, with the stock advancing over 8% in the past 90 days. While this year’s share price return is slightly negative, investors have benefited from a solid 6%...

Fuji Media Holdings (TSE:4676) just announced a sizeable stock buyback program, with board approval for repurchasing up to 9.5% of outstanding shares. This move is accompanied by an upgraded full-year earnings forecast and updated long-term capital efficiency targets. See our latest analysis for Fuji Media Holdings. Momentum has been building for Fuji Media Holdings throughout the year, with recent buyback news, improved earnings forecasts, and board-level changes all helping to shine a...

On October 30, 2025, Kansai Electric Power Company revised its full-year consolidated earnings and dividend guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, projecting net sales of ¥4.05 trillion and an increase in annual dividends to ¥45.00 per share. This upward revision reflects stronger electricity demand in the Kansai region, with higher expected profits from both energy sales and transmission segments, and a reduction in supply and demand adjustment costs. We'll explore how the...

Konami Group (TSE:9766) just announced a higher second quarter-end dividend of JPY 83.00 per share, up from JPY 66.00 a year ago. Payments will begin on November 20, 2025. This move highlights management’s confidence in the company’s financial health and focus on rewarding shareholders. See our latest analysis for Konami Group. Konami Group’s bigger dividend comes on the heels of remarkable momentum, with a 67.6% share price return year to date and an even stronger 71.3% total shareholder...

Recruit Holdings (TSE:6098) shared two important updates that drew fresh attention from the market. The company raised its forecast for revenue and profit for the current fiscal year, and also announced a higher interim dividend. See our latest analysis for Recruit Holdings. Recruit Holdings’ upbeat outlook and dividend boost arrived just as the stock showed a burst of momentum, notching a 13.2% seven-day share price return despite a tough year that saw its share price fall more than 24%...

On October 30, 2025, Ajinomoto Co., Inc. announced a licensing agreement granting Astellas Pharma access to its AJICAP technology in the biopharmaceutical contract development and manufacturing sector, while Astellas Pharma separately raised its consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 2026 due to strong sales of core oncology products and improved cost management. This combination of a new technology partnership and robust performance in key therapeutic areas...

TIS (TSE:3626) made headlines after raising its earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 2026 and announcing a higher interim dividend, which signals increased confidence in its ongoing performance and financial outlook. See our latest analysis for TIS. Shares of TIS have enjoyed clear upward momentum lately, with a 38.8% year-to-date share price return and total shareholder return of 33.4% over the past year. The upbeat earnings guidance and higher interim dividend announced this...

On October 31, 2025, Hokkaido Electric Power Company revised its consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, and announced a higher second quarter-end dividend of ¥15 per share, up from ¥10 per share a year earlier. This combination of updated financial targets and a dividend increase provides shareholders greater clarity about the company’s operating outlook and capital return intentions. We'll explore how the company’s upward earnings revision and larger...

Japanese financial services firm ORIX recently announced a collaboration with the Qatar Investment Authority to establish a new Japan-focused private equity fund, targeting a value of over ¥1 trillion (approximately US$6.63 billion), with ORIX holding a 60% stake in the management firm and Qatar 40%. This partnership stands out not only for its scale but also for its focus on Japanese companies facing succession changes, privatization, and division carve-outs, signaling heightened global...

On November 12, 2025, Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Group announced an upward revision of its consolidated earnings guidance for fiscal 2026, including a new net income forecast of ¥295 billion and raised interim and year-end dividends. The increase stems from gains on stock sales as the company reduces strategic shareholdings, paired with a continued low level of credit costs. We'll explore how this improved earnings outlook, underpinned by stronger shareholder returns, could shape Sumitomo Mitsui...

Nipro (TSE:8086) grabbed attention after it released its midyear results for September 2025, delivering a substantial jump in operational profits and revising its dividend forecast upward for the current fiscal year. This combination could influence the stock’s appeal among income-focused investors. See our latest analysis for Nipro. Nipro’s rally in operational profits and upgraded dividend outlook appear to have caught investors’ attention. Its share price has climbed steadily in recent...

Stanley Electric (TSE:6923) just updated its consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 2026, citing foreign exchange tailwinds and a weaker yen as key contributors. In addition, dividend forecasts were raised, signaling positive momentum. See our latest analysis for Stanley Electric. Stanley Electric’s revised guidance and boosted dividends have clearly resonated with investors, as shown by its impressive 21% year-to-date share price gain. The stock’s momentum is...

Anritsu (TSE:6754) just announced the launch of its Virtual Network Master for AWS MX109030PC, a software-driven network measurement tool designed for cloud and virtual environments. This new product could stir interest among enterprise and telecom operators who are looking to accurately assess end-to-end communication quality. See our latest analysis for Anritsu. Anritsu’s year has been defined by sharp upward momentum, with the 30-day share price return of 17.7% and an impressive 64.3% gain...