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Global trade data shows Taiwan and Japan picking up strong external demand for AI linked exports, from chips to cloud infrastructure. This points to capital and attention flowing toward companies building the foundations of the ChatGPT and AI trend. Investors considering AI stocks may not want to remain on the sidelines. This article highlights three stocks from the AI Stocks screener that illustrate this theme. The three AI stocks in this article are only a starting sample, and the full...

Sharp (TSE:6753) cut its full year profit guidance for the period ending March 2027, citing higher resin and fuel costs and updated foreign exchange assumptions, which has sharpened investor focus on the stock. See our latest analysis for Sharp. The share price reaction to Sharp's lower profit guidance comes after a mixed period, with a 1-day share price return of 2.99% but a year to date share price return that is down 20.22%. The 1-year total shareholder return has declined 24.61%, pointing...

Long term bond yields are surging, energy costs are flaring up and governments are leaning more on debt markets. That mix is reshaping how future cash flows are valued and where capital flows. Some stocks may be better placed than others for this kind of reset. This article walks through three life insurers and annuity providers from a targeted screener. It explains how the latest rate moves could matter for each stock. The three stocks covered below are only a starting sample from this idea...

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (TSE:9104) has just reported first quarter earnings, with net income of ¥61,056 million and higher basic and diluted earnings per share compared with the same period last year. See our latest analysis for Mitsui O.S.K. Lines. The latest results come on the back of a strong run in Mitsui O.S.K. Lines' stock, with a 22.68% 1 month share price return and a 46.88% year to date share price return. Over a longer horizon, the 1 year total shareholder return of 48.32% and 5 year...

Mizuno Corporation recently reported first-quarter 2026 results showing year-over-year growth in sales to JPY 71,505 million and net income to JPY 6,028 million, while also issuing consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027 that includes expected net sales of JPY 280,000 million and profit attributable to owners of parent of JPY 19,000 million, or basic earnings per share of JPY 249.86. The company paired this earnings update with dividend guidance that includes...

Earnings and Dividend Guidance Set the Tone for Kyoritsu Maintenance Kyoritsu Maintenance (TSE:9616) recently issued earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027, alongside dividend projections, giving investors clearer visibility on expected sales, profitability and shareholder payouts. See our latest analysis for Kyoritsu Maintenance. The guidance update appears to have coincided with a strong run in Kyoritsu Maintenance’s share price, with a 90 day share price return of...

Dividend move and guidance put Monogatari stock in focus Monogatari (TSE:3097) is drawing attention after proposing a JPY 23.00 per share dividend for the fiscal year ended June 2026 and outlining continued dividend and earnings guidance through June 2027. See our latest analysis for Monogatari. At a share price of ¥5,750, Monogatari has logged a 10.58% 1 month share price return and an 18.68% 3 month share price return. The 5 year total shareholder return of 199.12% suggests longer term...

Rohto Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. reported past first-quarter 2026 results with sales rising to ¥91,624 million while net income eased to ¥10,650 million, leading to lower basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations year on year. At the same time, the company raised its full-year fiscal 2027 earnings guidance, citing stronger-than-expected performance in Asia, Japan, and Europe and updated foreign exchange assumptions for the US dollar and Chinese yuan. Next, we’ll examine...

As the Asian markets navigate a landscape marked by easing inflation concerns and shifting economic indicators, small-cap stocks continue to capture the attention of investors seeking growth opportunities amidst broader market fluctuations. In this dynamic environment, identifying promising small-cap stocks requires a keen eye for companies that demonstrate resilience and adaptability in their respective sectors.

Rising global bond yields, including US 10Y yields at multi month highs, are drawing capital toward fixed income and making it harder for many growth stories to hold attention. AI healthcare stocks linked to transformative artificial intelligence look different. Their appeal rests less on cheap money and more on potential real world impact. This article highlights three AI healthcare stocks from our screener that fit that theme. The three stocks in this article are just a starting sample, and...

Nippon Shinyaku Co., Ltd. recently reported first-quarter 2026 results, with sales of ¥49,066 million and net income of ¥10,109 million, both higher than a year earlier. The increase in basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations to ¥149.98 highlights improved profitability relative to the prior-year quarter. We’ll now examine how this earnings-led improvement in profitability shapes Nippon Shinyaku’s broader investment narrative and potential business...

With US 10 year Treasury yields hovering near recent highs, income focused investors are once again comparing bond coupons with equity income. Cash rates and government bonds offer clearer reference points for yield hunters, yet they do not offer the potential for dividend growth. This article looks at three dividend powerhouses from our 5%+ Dividend Powerhouses screener that offer high yield, coverage and consistency. The three stocks below are just a sample from this idea. The full screen...

US 10 year yields are edging higher as investors reassess how persistent inflation might influence interest rates and financing costs. That backdrop can put pressure on heavily indebted companies, yet it can also highlight fast growing businesses where management has meaningful skin in the game. This article looks at three stocks from the Fast Growing Stocks With High Insider Ownership screener that fit that profile. The three stocks below are just a starting sample from this idea. The full...

Sumitomo Warehouse (TSE:9303) has just given investors fresh information to work with by releasing first quarter results alongside earnings and dividend guidance for the current fiscal year. These updates help clarify expectations around profit and shareholder returns. See our latest analysis for Sumitomo Warehouse. The latest results and guidance arrived after a strong run in Sumitomo Warehouse’s stock, with the share price at ¥4,125 and a year to date share price return of 15.22%. Over a...

Japan’s rebound in machinery orders points to improving business investment, which often supports companies that can grow earnings rather than just cut costs. That backdrop makes healthy high growth potential stocks especially interesting for investors who want businesses with room to expand. This article highlights 3 stocks from the Healthy high growth potential screener and explains why their earnings profiles and balance sheets may suit this phase of the cycle. The 3 stocks discussed below...

On August 7, 2026, Persol Holdings Co., Ltd. held a board meeting to consider disposing of treasury shares through a third-party allotment and reported first-quarter 2026 results, with sales of ¥424,017 million and net income of ¥12,190 million, both higher than a year earlier. The combination of higher earnings per share and a potential treasury share disposal signals management’s focus on capital efficiency and business momentum. We’ll now examine how Persol’s stronger first-quarter...

MonotaRO (TSE:3064) reported preliminary non-consolidated July 2026 sales of ¥33,558 million, compared with ¥29,090 million a year earlier, providing a fresh data point for investors tracking the company’s recent share price weakness. See our latest analysis for MonotaRO. Despite the strong July sales update, MonotaRO’s recent share price performance has been weak, with the stock at ¥1,818.5 after a year to date share price decline of 24.34% and a 1 year total shareholder return decline of...

TORIDOLL Holdings Corporation reported past first-quarter 2026 results, with sales rising to ¥72,318 million from ¥69,862 million a year earlier, while net income eased to ¥3,031 million from ¥4,393 million. The contrast between higher revenue and weaker earnings, including a drop in basic earnings per share from ¥49.04 to ¥33.25, highlights emerging cost or margin pressures. Next, we’ll examine how this combination of growing sales and softer profitability shapes TORIDOLL Holdings’...

As global markets navigate a mix of easing inflation concerns and geopolitical uncertainties, Asia's economic landscape continues to show resilience, with notable shifts in sector dynamics and investor sentiment. Against this backdrop, dividend stocks in the region offer potential stability and income opportunities for investors seeking to balance growth with consistent returns.

In recent months, Asian markets have been navigating a complex landscape marked by geopolitical tensions and fluctuating consumer sentiment, which has led to mixed performance across major indices. Amidst this environment, identifying stocks that are potentially undervalued becomes crucial for investors seeking opportunities; such stocks might offer value when trading below their intrinsic value.

Rakuten Bank (TSE:5838) drew fresh attention on 6 August 2026 after it raised its earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 2027 and reported higher first quarter net interest income and net income. See our latest analysis for Rakuten Bank. Despite the raised guidance and solid first quarter update, Rakuten Bank’s recent share price moves have been mixed, with a 30-day share price return of 15.27% but a year to date share price decline of 13.67%. Over a longer horizon, the 3 year...

Shiseido Company (TSE:4911) drew investor attention after reporting half year sales of ¥498,965 million and net income of ¥29,697 million, alongside a planned second quarter dividend of ¥30 per share starting September 3, 2026. See our latest analysis for Shiseido Company. Shiseido Company's half year earnings update appears to have coincided with a strong 30 day share price return of 14.48% and a 90 day share price return of 26.35%, although the 5 year total shareholder return is down...

Why Japan Display Stock Is Back In Focus After Q1 2027 Results Japan Display (TSE:6740) is back on investors’ radar after its Q1 2027 results on 10 August 2026, which showed lower quarterly sales alongside a sharply reduced net loss compared with a year earlier. See our latest analysis for Japan Display. Japan Display’s recent Q1 2027 results, with weaker quarterly sales but a much smaller net loss, came after a year where the stock delivered a 135% year to date share price return and a...

Global bond yields have been climbing as markets rethink how long central banks might keep interest rates restrictive. Many investors are asking where to find income that does not swing wildly with every move in government bonds. That is where Dividend Fortresses can help. This article walks through 3 stocks from the screener that combine 5%+ yields with business models built to prioritise consistent payouts. The three Dividend Fortresses highlighted next are only a starting sample from the...