TSE:7148
TSE:7148Diversified Financial

Financial Partners GroupLtd (TSE:7148) Margin Compression In Q1 2026 Tests Bullish Growth Narratives

Financial Partners GroupLtd (TSE:7148) Q1 2026 results in focus Financial Partners GroupLtd (TSE:7148) has kicked off Q1 2026 with revenue of ¥14,997 million and basic EPS of ¥50.49, alongside net income of ¥4,228 million, setting a clear marker for how the new fiscal year is beginning. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥27,963 million and EPS of ¥64.76 in Q1 2025 to ¥39,066 million and EPS of ¥52.59 in Q4 2025, with trailing twelve month revenue at ¥116,798 million and EPS at...
TSE:5401
TSE:5401Metals and Mining

Nippon Steel BlueScope Talks Raise Questions On Growth Versus Balance Sheet

Nippon Steel (TSE:5401) has been in discussions with BlueScope after BlueScope rejected a separate takeover offer from another party. The talks reportedly cover options such as a full acquisition of BlueScope or the purchase of a minority stake. If a deal progresses, it would mark a significant cross border move in the global steel sector. Nippon Steel is one of Japan's largest steel producers, with operations that span flat steel products, long products and related processing. Any...
TSE:6754
TSE:6754Electronic

Anritsu (TSE:6754) Q3 EPS Volatility Tests Confidence In Recent Margin Improvement Narratives

Anritsu (TSE:6754) has laid out its Q3 2026 scorecard, with revenue of ¥29,377 million and basic EPS of ¥19.63 anchored by net income of ¥2,513 million. Over the recent reporting periods, the company has seen revenue move from ¥27,531 million in Q3 2025 to ¥32,139 million in Q4 2025, then to ¥23,620 million in Q1 2026, ¥28,073 million in Q2 2026 and now ¥29,377 million in Q3 2026. EPS shifted from ¥20.23 to ¥33.36, then ¥4.55, ¥25.20 and ¥19.63, which provides a basis for investors to weigh...
TSE:9984
TSE:9984Wireless Telecom

SoftBank Weighs US$30b OpenAI Bet And Deeper AI Concentration Risk

SoftBank Group (TSE:9984) is reportedly in advanced talks to invest up to US$30b in OpenAI. The potential deal would make OpenAI SoftBank’s largest holding if completed as described. The move would deepen SoftBank’s focus on artificial intelligence as OpenAI works on a new funding round and considers an IPO. For you as an investor, this centers on how SoftBank, known for its tech focused holdings, might reshape its portfolio around a single AI name. The company has already been active in AI...
TSE:5471
TSE:5471Metals and Mining

Daido Steel (TSE:5471) Margin Improvement In Q3 2026 Tests Cautious Growth Narratives

Daido Steel Q3 2026 earnings snapshot Daido Steel (TSE:5471) has put fresh numbers on the table for Q3 2026, with revenue of ¥145.7b and basic EPS of ¥44.18 anchoring its latest update. The company has seen revenue move from ¥150.5b in Q3 2025 to ¥145.7b this quarter, while basic EPS shifted from ¥52.58 to ¥44.18. These figures set the backdrop for how you might think about its reported earnings profile and margin progression over the past year. See our full analysis for Daido Steel. With the...
TSE:8421
TSE:8421Diversified Financial

Shinkin Central Bank Q3 EPS Strength Tests Bullish Growth Narrative At Premium P/E

Shinkin Central Bank (TSE:8421) has posted Q3 2026 revenue of ¥54,152 million and basic EPS of ¥1,439.10, alongside net income excluding extra items of ¥12,532 million, giving investors a clear view of its recent profitability. The bank has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥34,312 million in Q2 2025 to ¥41,711 million in Q3 2025, then to ¥44,628 million in Q4 2025 and up to ¥54,152 million in Q3 2026, while basic EPS across the same stretch has ranged from ¥830.59 to ¥1,439.10 as net income...
TSE:2540
TSE:2540Beverage

Yomeishu Seizo (TSE:2540) One Off ¥271m Gain Fuels Debate On Earnings Quality

Yomeishu SeizoLtd (TSE:2540) has put out its Q3 2026 scorecard, with revenue of ¥2,648 million and basic EPS of ¥13.78, alongside net income of ¥191 million for the quarter. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥2,341 million in Q2 2025 to ¥2,648 million in Q3 2026, while basic EPS has ranged from ¥3.10 in Q2 2025 to ¥21.69 in Q1 2026, giving investors a mixed but earnings focused picture heading into this latest result. With a trailing net profit margin of 7.7% and a meaningful...
TSE:9505
TSE:9505Electric Utilities

Hokuriku Electric Power (TSE:9505) Q3 EPS Slowdown Tests Bullish Earnings Growth Narrative

Hokuriku Electric Power (TSE:9505) has put fresh numbers on the table for Q3 2026, reporting revenue of ¥179,935 million and basic EPS of ¥58.30, as investors weigh these figures against the recent share price of ¥977.2. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥232,677 million with EPS of ¥85.17 in Q2 2025 to ¥217,100 million and EPS of ¥96.47 in Q2 2026, before landing at ¥179,935 million and EPS of ¥58.30 this quarter. This provides a clear view of how the top line and EPS have...
TSE:4765
TSE:4765Capital Markets

SBI Global Asset Management Q3 Earnings Growth Tests High P E Bullish Narratives

Q3 2026 headline numbers set the tone SBI Global Asset Management (TSE:4765) just posted Q3 2026 results with revenue of ¥8.6b and basic EPS of ¥6.16, on net income of ¥707m, putting fresh numbers behind the recent share price of ¥635. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥2.9b in Q3 2025 to ¥8.6b in Q3 2026, while basic EPS stepped from ¥4.46 to ¥6.16 over the same period, with trailing twelve month EPS at ¥21.77 on revenue of ¥18.7b. For investors, the mix of higher earnings and...
TSE:7947
TSE:7947Packaging

FP (TSE:7947) Earnings Growth And Margin Improvement Put Valuation Premium Under Scrutiny

FP (TSE:7947) has posted its Q3 2026 numbers with revenue of ¥66,979 million and basic EPS of ¥72.12, backed by trailing twelve month EPS of ¥181.11. The company has seen revenue move from ¥66,714 million in Q3 2025 to ¥66,979 million in Q3 2026, while quarterly basic EPS shifted from ¥71.27 to ¥72.12 over the same period, with trailing twelve month revenue at ¥240,461 million and net income of ¥14,645 million. With earnings growth over the past year and margins improving on a trailing basis,...
TSE:9709
TSE:9709Software

NCS&A (TSE:9709) Margin Expansion And 68.8% Earnings Growth Test Undervalued Narrative

NCS&A (TSE:9709) reported Q3 2026 revenue of ¥5,583 million and basic EPS of ¥30.14, with trailing twelve month revenue of ¥22.28 billion and EPS of ¥169.19 highlighting how the recent run rate compares with the latest quarter. The company has seen revenue move from ¥19,829 million to ¥22,279 million on a trailing basis, while trailing EPS has gone from ¥98.49 to ¥169.19. This sets the stage for a results season where the key question is how firmly those higher margins can hold up. See our...
TSE:5333
TSE:5333Machinery

NGK Insulators (TSE:5333) Q3 Profit Rebound Tests Margins‑Led Bullish Narrative

NGK Insulators (TSE:5333) just posted its Q3 2026 scorecard, with revenue of ¥161,704 million and basic EPS of ¥59.72 anchoring the latest set of numbers. Over recent quarters, the company has seen revenue move from ¥157,099 million in Q3 2025 to ¥164,062 million in Q4 2025 and ¥166,458 million in Q1 2026, while quarterly basic EPS ranged from ¥50.25 in Q2 2025 to ¥61.07 in Q1 2026, giving investors a clear read on how margins are being managed through the cycle. See our full analysis for NGK...
TSE:4345
TSE:4345Commercial Services

CTS (TSE:4345) Margin And EPS Upswing Reinforces Bullish Profitability Narratives

CTS (TSE:4345) has just posted its Q3 2026 numbers, with revenue at ¥3.4 billion and net income at ¥805 million, translating to basic EPS of ¥19.49. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥3.1 billion in Q3 2025 to ¥3.2 billion in Q2 2026 and now ¥3.4 billion in Q3 2026, while EPS shifted from ¥15.82 to ¥15.44 and then ¥19.49 over the same stretch, supported by trailing twelve month EPS of ¥63.30 and net income of ¥2.6 billion. With trailing net margins sitting above last year and...
TSE:4099
TSE:4099Chemicals

Shikoku Kasei Holdings (TSE:4099) Premium P/E Tests Bullish High Quality Margin Narrative

Shikoku Kasei Holdings (TSE:4099) has wrapped up FY 2025 with fourth quarter revenue of ¥18.2b and basic EPS of ¥56.28, capping a year in which trailing twelve month revenue came in at ¥70.7b and EPS reached ¥193.11. Over the last few quarters, revenue has moved from ¥16.5b in Q4 FY 2024 to ¥18.3b in Q3 FY 2025 and ¥18.2b in Q4 FY 2025, while quarterly EPS has ranged from ¥41.12 to ¥60.78, giving investors a clearer view of how the top and bottom lines are tracking as margins remain a key...
TSE:1942
TSE:1942Construction

Kandenko (TSE:1942) Margin Improvement To 7.8% Challenges Valuation Concerns In Q3 2026

Kandenko Ltd (TSE:1942) has put up another solid quarter, with Q3 2026 revenue of ¥170,943 million (¥170.9 billion) and basic EPS of ¥97.05, backed by trailing twelve month net income of ¥56,726 million and EPS of ¥277.52. The company has seen revenue move from ¥650,562 million on a trailing basis in Q3 2025 to ¥727,977 million in Q3 2026, while trailing EPS shifted from ¥191.77 to ¥277.52 as earnings climbed from ¥39,194 million to ¥56,726 million. This performance sets the stage for...
TSE:9046
TSE:9046Transportation

Kobe Electric Railway (TSE:9046) EPS Growth Reinforces Bullish Narratives Despite Valuation Concerns

Kobe Electric Railway’s Q3 2026 earnings in focus Kobe Electric Railway (TSE:9046) has reported its latest quarter with Q3 2026 revenue of ¥5,920 million and net income of ¥496 million, translating to basic EPS of ¥62.69. Revenue moved from ¥5,604 million and EPS of ¥55.64 in Q3 2025 to ¥5,920 million and EPS of ¥62.69 in Q3 2026. The company also reported trailing twelve month EPS of ¥163.69 and net income of ¥1,297 million on revenue of ¥22,947 million, outlining a story of earnings growth...
TSE:7570
TSE:7570Trade Distributors

One Off Gain Shapes Hashimoto Sogyo (TSE:7570) EPS Story And Tests Bullish Narratives

Hashimoto Sogyo HoldingsLtd (TSE:7570) has put up a solid third quarter for 2026, with revenue at ¥45.8b and basic EPS at ¥42.34, while trailing twelve month revenue sits at ¥170.6b and EPS at ¥158.02. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥41.7b in Q2 2025 to ¥45.8b in Q3 2026, with quarterly EPS ranging from ¥34.30 to ¥51.65 across that period and trailing twelve month EPS rising from ¥132.15 in Q2 2025 to ¥158.02 in Q3 2026. With net profit margin at 1.8% over the last year and...