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Sumitomo (TSE:8053) is back in focus after the Government of Canada formally recognized its partnership with Ucore Rare Metals on North American rare earth supply chains, highlighting the company’s broader involvement in critical raw materials projects. See our latest analysis for Sumitomo. Recent resource agreements and recognition of Sumitomo’s role in rare earth and fluorite supply chains have arrived after a 90 day share price return of 13.8%, alongside a very large 5 year total...

Takeda Pharmaceutical (TSE:4502) is back in focus after fresh Phase 3 data on its narcolepsy candidate oveporexton and psoriasis drug zasocitinib, sharpening attention on how this late stage pipeline might influence the stock. See our latest analysis for Takeda Pharmaceutical. Takedas share price is ¥4,975, with the stock easing over the past three months as the 90 day share price return fell 12.15%, even though the 1 year total shareholder return is 20.88%. This suggests longer term holders...

Takashimaya Company (TSE:8233) has drawn fresh attention after reporting May 2026 sales figures, with overall sales showing a 10.4% year on year change and its main and two regional stores recording a 10.2% change. See our latest analysis for Takashimaya Company. Alongside the May sales update, Takashimaya Company's recent share price momentum has been strong, with a 1 month share price return of 18.72%, a 90 day return of 28.70% and a year to date return of 42.75%. The 1 year total...

With inflation readings staying in focus across regions and central banks sending mixed signals on interest rates, many investors are looking for income that feels more reliable than trying to time short term market swings. The Dividend Powerhouses (3%+ Yield) screener concentrates on companies paying higher dividend yields that are described as well covered, growing and stable, which can appeal if you want cash flow while policy paths and growth data remain uneven. In this article, you will...

Sanrio Company’s board on June 8, 2026, withdrew a proposal to elect a new outside director for its Audit and Supervisory Committee after the candidate, Mayumi Umezawa, asked to step down for personal reasons, deciding instead to retain existing outside director and committee member Kazuo Ohashi to preserve audit continuity. Alongside this governance reshuffle, Sanrio plans to release its delayed fiscal year 2026 results on June 23 following an internal investigation into improper additional...

Recent Share Performance Puts YONEX Under Closer Investor Scrutiny YONEX (TSE:7906) has drawn attention after its stock declined about 10% over the past month and roughly 28% over the past 3 months, despite reporting annual revenue of ¥163,643 and net income of ¥12,092. See our latest analysis for YONEX. At the latest share price of ¥2,290, YONEX has seen its short term share price momentum fade, while the 1 year total shareholder return is weaker than the strong multi year total shareholder...

With inflation pressures, uneven wage trends, and shifting bond yields shaping how money moves across markets, many investors are looking for companies that analysts expect to grow earnings solidly while still keeping balance sheets in reasonable shape. That is exactly what the Healthy high growth potential screener aims to filter for, highlighting stocks where earnings growth expectations over the next 3 years sit alongside an acceptable financial position. In this article, you will see 3 of...

Sugi Holdings Ltd (TSE:7649) released monthly and first quarter sales figures to May 2026, reporting net sales at all stores of 109.3% for the month and 108.7% for the quarter. See our latest analysis for Sugi HoldingsLtd. Despite the stronger monthly and quarterly sales, Sugi HoldingsLtd’s share price has been under pressure year to date with a decline of 14.92%. However, the 3 year total shareholder return of 56.18% reflects longer term gains, while recent 7 and 30 day share price returns...

As global markets navigate a complex landscape marked by steady interest rates in the U.S., rising rates in Japan, and mixed economic signals from Europe and China, investors are increasingly looking for stability and income through dividend stocks. In this environment, a good dividend stock is often one that not only offers attractive yields but also demonstrates resilience amidst shifting monetary policies and geopolitical developments.

Okuma (TSE:6103) is back on investor radars after a recent share price move. The stock last closed at ¥4,560, inviting a closer look at its current valuation and fundamentals. See our latest analysis for Okuma. Okuma's recent 2.24% 1 day share price return sits within a strong run that includes a 27.02% 90 day share price return and a 28.85% 1 year total shareholder return, suggesting momentum has been building over both shorter and longer periods. If this kind of move has you thinking about...

Board Weighs Retirement of Treasury Shares Kokusai Electric (TSE:6525) has called a board meeting for June 17, 2026, to consider retiring treasury shares, an action investors often watch closely for its potential effect on share count. The discussion on treasury share retirement comes as Kokusai Electric continues operating as a major supplier of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, with recent share price moves and fundamentals giving investors several data points to assess alongside the...

As global markets navigate a complex landscape marked by steady U.S. interest rates, a historic rate hike in Japan, and mixed economic signals from China, investors are increasingly turning their attention to Asia's dividend stocks for potential stability and income. In this environment of shifting monetary policies and geopolitical developments, identifying dividend stocks with strong fundamentals can offer investors an opportunity to benefit from consistent income streams while potentially...

Kyowa Kirin (TSE:4151) is back in the spotlight after reporting long term Phase 1/2 KOMET-007 data for ziftomenib combined with intensive 7+3 chemotherapy in newly diagnosed acute myeloid leukemia. See our latest analysis for Kyowa Kirin. The latest KOMET-007 update lands at a time when Kyowa Kirin’s momentum has been gradually improving, with a 7-day share price return of 5.71% and a 90-day share price return of 7.98%, while the 1-year total shareholder return is 4.8%. However, longer term...

Sekisui House Reit, Inc. recently reported full-year results to April 30, 2026, with sales of ¥25,790.89 million, revenue of ¥41,730.75 million and net income of ¥21,563.92 million, alongside updated earnings and distribution guidance for the periods to October 31, 2026 and April 30, 2027. The board also met on June 15, 2026 to consider acquiring a trust beneficiary interest in Prime Maison Kinshicho, signaling how the REIT may be repositioning its portfolio while modestly lowering expected...

With inflation readings, central bank signals and energy prices all pulling markets in different directions, many investors are looking for leaders whose incentives are tied closely to long term business outcomes rather than short term headlines. Founder led companies often fit that bill, with management teams that typically have significant personal stakes in the business. This article uses the Founder Led Companies screener to spotlight three stocks where founders are still at the helm and...

Ferrotec adjusts subsidiary capital plan, putting recycled wafers in focus Ferrotec (TSE:6890) recently announced a partial revision to the capital increase plan for its recycled wafer subsidiary CRSM, a move that puts fresh attention on the group’s allocation of capital within semiconductor materials. See our latest analysis for Ferrotec. Ferrotec’s share price has shown strong momentum recently, with a 1-day share price return of 1.85%, 7-day return of 15.05% and 90-day return of 82.40%,...

Leopalace21 (TSE:8848) held a board meeting on June 19, 2026, to approve revisions to its basic policy for internal control, placing a compliance first culture and stronger oversight at the center. See our latest analysis for Leopalace21. Over the past year, Leopalace21 has paired a modest 5.92% 1 year total shareholder return with a current share price of ¥618.0 and a year to date share price return that is down 6.65%, suggesting longer term momentum that contrasts with weaker recent...

The stock was sluggish on the back of ANYCOLOR Inc.'s ( TSE:5032 ) recent earnings report. Our analysis suggests that...

Sales momentum puts TRIAL Holdings in focus TRIAL Holdings (TSE:141A) moved into the spotlight after reporting preliminary May 2026 figures showing comparable store sales at 107.2% year over year and all store sales at 115.1%, drawing fresh attention to recent stock performance. For the year to date through May, TRIAL Holdings reported comparable store sales of 102.2% and all store sales of 110.4%, giving investors new data points to weigh alongside the stock’s recent price swings. See our...

Nuclear energy stocks sit at the crossroads of two powerful forces: a global focus on reliable power and ongoing attention on inflation, interest rates and commodity markets. With producers, reactor operators and fuel specialists all represented, the Nuclear Energy Stocks screener helps you filter this broad universe into a tighter group of companies linked to long term electricity demand and energy security themes. In the following sections, you will see three stocks from this screener that...

H.I.S. Co., Ltd.'s ( TSE:9603 ) earnings announcement last week didn't impress shareholders. While the headline numbers...

As global markets navigate a complex landscape marked by steady interest rates in the U.S. and a significant rate hike by Japan's central bank, investors are keenly observing the performance of Asian dividend stocks amid these shifting economic conditions. In such an environment, dividend stocks that demonstrate resilience and consistent payout histories can be attractive for those seeking income stability alongside potential capital appreciation.

As the Asian markets navigate a complex landscape marked by resilient industrial activity in China and Japan's strategic monetary policy adjustments, small-cap stocks continue to capture the attention of investors looking for growth potential amid broader market uncertainty. In this dynamic environment, identifying promising small-cap companies often involves assessing their ability to innovate and adapt within their respective sectors, making them appealing candidates for those seeking...

Artificial intelligence is moving from headline hype to real-world tools, and investors are looking for practical ways to plug into that trend. While economies from Canada to Malaysia show mixed signals on growth, trade, inflation, and consumer demand, AI spending is becoming a core line item for chips, software, cloud and large language model platforms that power services like ChatGPT. The Artificial Intelligence / AI Stocks screener focuses on companies directly tied to this shift, helping...