Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. recently reported third-quarter and nine-month results to December 31, 2025, alongside raising its non-consolidated full-year fiscal 2026 guidance, citing stronger assumptions for crude oil tankers, steady vehicle transport demand, and the benefit of suspended U.S. port entry fees.
At the same time, the company announced a leadership change effective April 1, 2026, with Representative Director Toshinobu Shinoda retiring from his executive role but remaining on the...
Komatsu’s Q3 2026 earnings call on January 30 revealed a 13% decline in net income for the nine months to December 31, 2025, while full-year profit forecasts pointing to mid-to-high-20% declines and the annual dividend outlook at ¥190 per share were left unchanged.
This combination of weaker profitability and a steady dividend commitment highlights management’s willingness to prioritize shareholder returns even as earnings come under pressure.
With Komatsu’s shares posting strong short-term...
Obayashi Corporation held a Board of Directors meeting on January 22, 2026 to consider cancelling treasury shares acquired under an August 8, 2025 resolution, in line with Article 178 of Japan’s Companies Act.
This potential cancellation of previously repurchased shares could reshape Obayashi’s capital structure by reducing outstanding share count and refining how ownership is distributed.
We’ll now examine how the planned consideration of treasury share cancellation may influence Obayashi’s...
Why ANA Holdings (TSE:9202) is back in focus after its latest board decisions
ANA Holdings (TSE:9202) has drawn fresh attention after its January 30 board meeting combined several investor relevant updates, including nine month earnings, new multi year profit targets and a proposed interim dividend system.
See our latest analysis for ANA Holdings.
The latest board announcements come after a period of steady gains, with a 1 day share price return of 3.43% at ¥3,108.0, a 90 day share price...
Revised earnings guidance puts Hokkaido Electric in focus
Hokkaido Electric Power Company (TSE:9509) updated its earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, flagging expected operating revenue of ¥867,000 million and operating income of ¥59,000 million.
The company also guided for profit attributable to owners of parent of ¥28,000 million and basic earnings per share of ¥129.49. These figures give investors additional context to reassess how the current share price lines up...
Tohoku Electric Power Company (TSE:9506) is back on investors’ radar after reporting year-on-year declines in nine month sales and profits, while modestly strengthening its balance sheet and lifting the annual dividend.
See our latest analysis for Tohoku Electric Power Company.
The latest results and governance changes come after a mixed price run, with a 90 day share price return of 2.95% and a year to date share price decline of 5.94%, while the 3 year total shareholder return of 75.94%...
Advantest Corporation reported past nine-month results to December 31, 2025, with sales rising to ¥800,537 million and net income to ¥248,526 million, and it raised full-year guidance while its board considered cancelling treasury shares on January 28, 2026.
The combination of record AI-driven tester demand, higher profit outlook, segment restructuring, and a major planned treasury share cancellation marks a meaningful shift in how Advantest is positioning itself for semiconductor test...
Nippon Prologis REIT, Inc. has announced a semi-annual dividend of ¥1,708.00 per share, payable on August 17, 2026, with an ex-dividend date of May 28, 2026 and a record date of May 31, 2026, reflecting a reduction from its previous payout level.
This dividend decrease is especially important for income-focused investors in REITs, for whom shifts in distribution policy can signal changing cash flow priorities.
With this dividend reduction as a focal point, we will examine how the...
On January 29, 2026, Casio Computer Co.,Ltd. announced a new share repurchase program of up to 3,800,000 shares for ¥5,000 million, alongside revised full-year guidance and strong earnings for the nine months ended December 31, 2025.
The combination of higher sales and profit, improved earnings per share, and the decision to cancel repurchased shares highlights management’s focus on capital efficiency and shareholder returns.
Next, we’ll examine how Casio’s earnings momentum and newly...
As global markets navigate a complex landscape marked by steady interest rates in the U.S., mixed economic signals from Europe, and geopolitical uncertainties, investors are increasingly turning to reliable income sources like dividend stocks. In an environment where consumer confidence is sliding and certain sectors face headwinds, dividend stocks can offer a measure of stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for those seeking to bolster their portfolios amidst...
