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TSE:2175
TSE:2175Professional Services

SMS (TSE:2175) Q3 Net Loss Challenges Bullish Profitability Narratives

SMS (TSE:2175) has released its Q3 2026 numbers with revenue of ¥13.9b and a basic EPS loss of ¥4.04, alongside trailing twelve month EPS of ¥82.58, which gives a cleaner view of underlying profitability than the single quarter suggests. The company’s revenue moved from ¥13.0b in Q3 2025 to ¥13.9b in Q3 2026, while basic EPS over the same quarters shifted from ¥2.07 to a loss of ¥4.04. This sets up a mixed picture in which the key question is how durable the current margin profile is. See our...
TSE:3836
TSE:3836IT

Avant Group (TSE:3836) Earnings Growth Slowdown Tests Bullish Narratives

Avant Group (TSE:3836) has reported solid Q2 2026 numbers, with revenue of ¥7.7b and net income of ¥891.7m translating to basic EPS of ¥24.41, set against trailing twelve month revenue of ¥29.4b and EPS of ¥98.44. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move from ¥7.2b in Q2 2025 to ¥7.7b in Q2 2026, while basic EPS has shifted from ¥26.57 to ¥24.41, giving investors a clear view of how the top line and per share earnings are tracking through the latest half. With a trailing net...
NYSE:COHR
NYSE:COHRElectronic

Coherent’s Bondable Diamond Launch Meets High Expectations And Rich Valuation

Coherent (NYSE:COHR) introduced a bondable diamond thermal management solution for semiconductors and opto electronics. The product is designed to bond directly to various semiconductor materials and reduce thermal interface resistance. The launch targets high performance electronic and opto electronic devices that face demanding heat dissipation requirements. The offering includes vertically integrated production and options for customized solutions for customers. Coherent, listed on the...
NYSE:UNH
NYSE:UNHHealthcare

Why UnitedHealth Group (UNH) Is Down 19.5% After Mixed 2025 Results And 2026 Outlook

In January 2026, UnitedHealth Group reported full-year 2025 results showing revenue rising to US$447.57 billion while net income and diluted EPS declined year on year, and issued 2026 guidance for revenue above US$439.00 billion, operating earnings above US$24.00 billion and EPS above US$17.10. At the same time, a proposed 0.09% Medicare Advantage rate increase for 2027 and plans to shrink Optum Health’s footprint highlighted how policy pressures and portfolio adjustments are reshaping...
TSE:2908
TSE:2908Food

Fujicco (TSE:2908) Margin Improvement To 2.4% Tests Long Term Bearish Earnings Narrative

Fujicco (TSE:2908) has put up a solid Q3 2026 scorecard, with revenue of ¥14,982 million and basic EPS of ¥21.85 framing the latest quarter, while trailing 12 month earnings grew 96.5% and net profit margin reached 2.4% versus 1.2% a year earlier. Over recent quarters the company has seen revenue move from ¥14,124 million and EPS of ¥11.00 in Q2 2025 to ¥13,909 million and EPS of ¥18.23 in Q2 2026, then to ¥14,982 million with EPS of ¥21.85 in Q3 2026. This gives investors a clear line of...
TSE:9474
TSE:9474Media

Zenrin (TSE:9474) Margin Compression To 3.9% Tests Premium P/E Narrative

Zenrin (TSE:9474) has put up a steady Q3 2026 print, with revenue of ¥15.6b and basic EPS of ¥4.66 as investors measure the latest numbers against a trailing net margin of 3.9%. The company has seen quarterly revenue range from ¥14.2b in Q1 2026 to ¥20.0b in Q4 2025, while basic EPS has moved between a loss of ¥2.19 in Q1 2026 and ¥38.69 in Q4 2025, giving useful context to the current ¥48.22 trailing twelve month EPS. With analysts highlighting both earnings growth potential and a 4%...
TSE:7906
TSE:7906Leisure

YONEX Governance Committee Aims To Link Leadership Oversight With Returns

YONEX (TSE:7906) plans to establish a Nomination and Compensation Advisory Committee under its board of directors. The committee is intended to review executive appointments and pay, with a focus on strengthening governance and transparency. This governance update is drawing attention from investors who track board structures and oversight practices in Japan. For investors watching YONEX at a share price of ¥3,255.0, this governance move comes after a strong multi year share price history,...
TSE:2805
TSE:2805Food

S&B Foods (TSE:2805) Margin Slip To 6.2% Tests Bullish Earnings Narratives

S&B Foods (TSE:2805) has posted Q3 2026 revenue of ¥36.8 billion and basic EPS of ¥146.92, with quarterly net income, excluding extra items, of ¥3,552 million setting the tone for its latest update. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥30.5 billion in Q2 2025 to ¥36.8 billion in Q3 2026, while basic EPS has shifted from ¥49.45 to ¥146.92 over the same stretch. This gives investors a clearer view of how the top line and EPS are tracking into the current year. With a trailing net...
TSE:8616
TSE:8616Capital Markets

Tokai Tokyo Financial (TSE:8616) Net Margin Expansion Tests Cautious Growth Narratives

Tokai Tokyo Financial Holdings (TSE:8616) has put up another solid set of quarterly numbers, with Q3 2026 revenue at ¥25.4b and basic EPS of ¥22.57, while the trailing twelve months show revenue of ¥86.9b and basic EPS of ¥53.88 as earnings have stepped up from earlier periods such as Q1 2026 EPS of ¥1.36 and Q4 2025 EPS of ¥5.66. With that backdrop, the latest print keeps the story focused squarely on how the firm is converting its top line into profit, and what that means for margins going...
NYSE:AR
NYSE:AROil and Gas

Assessing Antero Resources (AR) Valuation After Recent Share Price Momentum And Undervaluation Signals

Antero Resources (AR) has drawn investor attention after recent share price moves, with the stock up 3.0% on the day and 6.1% over the past week. This has prompted fresh questions about its valuation. See our latest analysis for Antero Resources. The latest 3.03% 1 day share price return builds on a 17.66% 90 day gain, while the 1 year total shareholder return of 2.55% decline contrasts with a very large 5 year total shareholder return of about 7x. This suggests recent momentum is firming...
SGX:HMN
SGX:HMNHotel and Resort REITs

Earnings Per Unit Jump Could Be A Game Changer For CapitaLand Ascott Trust (SGX:HMN)

CapitaLand Ascott Trust reported past full-year 2025 results, with sales rising to S$837.58 million and net income to S$327.61 million, alongside higher basic and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations. The improvement in earnings per share suggests stronger profitability per unit for investors, reflecting more efficient conversion of revenue into bottom-line results. We will now examine how this uplift in net income shapes CapitaLand Ascott Trust's investment narrative and...
NYSE:MTN
NYSE:MTNHospitality

A Look At Vail Resorts (MTN) Valuation After Years Of Weak Shareholder Returns

Recent share performance and basic profile Vail Resorts (MTN) shares recently closed at US$133.07, with returns mixed across time frames, including a small gain over the past month and a double digit decline over the past 3 months. The company operates mountain resorts, regional ski areas, lodging and real estate. It reported revenue of US$2.98b and net income of US$266.51m, with annual growth rates of 2.89% for revenue and 7.10% for net income. See our latest analysis for Vail Resorts. At...
TSE:2208
TSE:2208Food

Bourbon (TSE:2208) EPS Strength In Q3 2026 Tests Valuation Concerns

Bourbon (TSE:2208) Q3 2026 earnings: what the latest numbers say Bourbon (TSE:2208) has reported fresh Q3 2026 numbers, with revenue of ¥34.8b and basic EPS of ¥94.94. This gives investors a clear update on how the business is translating sales into per share earnings this quarter. The company recorded revenue of ¥31.5b in Q3 2025 and ¥34.8b in Q3 2026, while quarterly EPS moved from ¥81.39 to ¥94.94 over the same period, alongside trailing 12 month EPS of ¥219.54. With a trailing net margin...
ENXTAM:MT
ENXTAM:MTMetals and Mining

ArcelorMittal (ENXTAM:MT) Valuation Check After Strong Momentum And New India Renewable Projects

How ArcelorMittal’s recent performance sets the stage ArcelorMittal (ENXTAM:MT) has caught investor attention after a one-month return of 15.35% and a three-month move of 39.25%, with the share last closing at €45.98. See our latest analysis for ArcelorMittal. Those shorter term share price returns of 15.35% over the past month and 39.25% over the past three months sit alongside a 1 year total shareholder return of 92.97%. This points to strong recent momentum that may reflect shifting...
TSE:6135
TSE:6135Machinery

Makino Milling Machine (TSE:6135) Margin Improvement Challenges Slower Revenue Growth Concerns

Makino Milling Machine (TSE:6135) has reported Q3 2026 revenue of ¥70,711 million and basic EPS of ¥310.65, with trailing twelve month EPS at ¥765.72 on revenue of ¥255.6 billion. The company has seen revenue move from ¥56,369 million in Q2 2025 to ¥70,711 million in Q3 2026, while quarterly basic EPS shifted from ¥108.19 to ¥310.65 over the same stretch. This sets up an earnings story that reflects both profitability and volume. With trailing net profit margins sitting above last year’s...
XTRA:HEN3
XTRA:HEN3Household Products

Henkel Talks Stahl Deal To Rebalance Portfolio Toward Specialty Coatings

Henkel KGaA (XTRA:HEN3) has confirmed it is in acquisition discussions with Wendel SE regarding Stahl Holdings B.V. The company described the talks as ongoing, with no binding agreement announced at this stage. The confirmation marks a new development in Henkel's merger and acquisition activity that had not been publicly detailed before. Henkel KGaA, trading at €74.16, comes into these talks with a mixed share price record, including a 22.5% return over 3 years, a 9.2% decline over the past...
TSE:6920
TSE:6920Semiconductor

Lasertec (TSE:6920) Margin Expansion To 34.7% Tests Premium P/E Narrative

Lasertec (TSE:6920) has posted Q2 2026 revenue of ¥74,087 million and basic EPS of ¥297.33, alongside net income of ¥26,688 million, setting a clear marker for its latest quarter. The company has seen quarterly revenue move from ¥39,867 million in Q3 2025 to ¥82,642 million in Q4 2025, then ¥54,171 million in Q1 2026 and now ¥74,087 million in Q2 2026. Basic EPS over the same stretch went from ¥103.96 to ¥354.34, then ¥211.45 and now ¥297.33. With trailing net profit margins recently cited at...
NasdaqGS:WDC
NasdaqGS:WDCTech

Western Digital Earnings Beat And AI Storage Plans Draw Investor Focus

Western Digital (NasdaqGS:WDC) reported second quarter results that were ahead of prior expectations for both earnings and revenue. Management announced a higher dividend, reflecting confidence in the company’s cash generation and balance sheet. Data center demand and AI-related storage needs were key contributors to the quarter’s performance. Long term supply agreements with major customers were highlighted as a support for future business visibility. The company plans to outline its AI...
XTRA:HEI
XTRA:HEIBasic Materials

Is Heidelberg Materials' Governance Update Masking a Deeper Shift Toward Sustainable Materials Leadership (XTRA:HEI)?

In late January 2026, Heidelberg Materials AG issued regulatory announcements under Article 41 of the WpHG confirming an updated total of 176,365,065 voting rights without multiple voting rights. At the same time, the company’s profile has been highlighted in research on the rapidly expanding cement and construction stone markets, where demand for sustainable, technology-enhanced building materials is becoming increasingly important. We will now examine how this combination of routine...
TSE:7173
TSE:7173Banks

Tokyo Kiraboshi Financial Group Q3 Net Margin Strength Reinforces Bullish Narratives

Q3 2026 earnings snapshot Tokyo Kiraboshi Financial Group (TSE:7173) has put out its Q3 2026 numbers, with revenue at ¥38,566 million and basic EPS at ¥289.28, while on a trailing twelve month basis revenue sits at ¥153,999 million and EPS at ¥1,254.13. Over recent quarters, the group has seen revenue move from ¥40,183 million in Q4 2025 to ¥42,267 million in Q2 2026 and EPS shift from ¥339.31 to ¥434.74, setting up Q3 as another data point on how margins are holding up through the year. For...
TSE:9301
TSE:9301Infrastructure

Mitsubishi Logistics (TSE:9301) One Off Profit Gain Tests Bullish Earnings Narratives

Mitsubishi Logistics (TSE:9301) just posted its Q3 2026 numbers, with revenue of ¥68,973 million and basic EPS of ¥27.03, set against trailing twelve month EPS of ¥145.63 and net income of ¥51,827 million on revenue of ¥274,913 million. Over recent quarters, revenue has moved from ¥79,355 million in Q3 2025 to ¥68,824 million in Q4 2025, then to ¥68,562 million in Q1 2026, ¥67,554 million in Q2 2026 and now ¥68,973 million. Quarterly EPS shifted from ¥16.19 to ¥26.31, then ¥51.80, ¥40.42 and...
TSE:6810
TSE:6810Electronic

Maxell (TSE:6810) Q3 Net Margin Softness Tests Bullish Earnings Growth Narrative

Maxell (TSE:6810) has released its Q3 2026 numbers, reporting revenue of ¥31,640 million and basic EPS of ¥49.93, alongside net income of ¥2,014 million. The company has seen quarterly revenue move between ¥30,270 million and ¥34,389 million over the last three reported periods, while basic EPS has ranged from ¥36.94 to ¥61.22. This gives investors a clearer view of how earnings have tracked against sales across the year and how that is feeding into margins. See our full analysis for...
TSE:9531
TSE:9531Gas Utilities

Tokyo Gas (TSE:9531) Net Margin Jump Reinforces Bullish Narratives Despite Bearish Forecasts

Tokyo GasLtd (TSE:9531) has posted Q3 2026 revenue of ¥692.1 billion and basic EPS of ¥106.74, alongside trailing 12 month EPS of ¥580.90 and net income of ¥206.93 billion that tie its quarterly print into a much larger earnings story. The company has seen revenue move from ¥622.23 billion in Q3 2025 to ¥692.12 billion in Q3 2026, while quarterly EPS shifted from ¥50.49 to ¥106.74 over the same period, setting the scene for investors to weigh richer profitability against how durable these...
TSE:8133
TSE:8133Oil and Gas

Itochu Enex (TSE:8133) EPS Drop Versus Q3 2025 Tests Bullish Growth Narratives

Itochu EnexLtd (TSE:8133) has put up another solid top line in Q3 2026, with revenue of ¥215.2b and net income of ¥4,219m translating into basic EPS of ¥37.37, while trailing twelve month figures sit at ¥873.0b of revenue and EPS of ¥126.64. The company has seen revenue move from ¥241.1b in Q3 2025 to ¥215.2b this quarter, and EPS shift from ¥54.05 to ¥37.37 over the same period, providing a clear view of how the latest quarter compares with last year’s run rate. With net margin at 1.6% over...