Shin-Etsu Polymer, Dainippon Toryo and Waseda Academy were among the stocks that moved the previous day, with each company announcing an earnings forecast upgrade or an increase in its dividend forecast. As market interest grows, the key points of each company's updated figures have become a focus for investors.
Shin-Etsu Polymer raised its earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2027 and announced a dividend increase and share buyback. This indicates an improvement in the full-year profit outlook and a change in its capital return policy.
Dainippon Toryo announced that it had raised its earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2027. The focus is on the upward revisions to its revenue and profit outlook.
Waseda Academy was reported to have raised its earnings and dividend forecasts, suggesting a review of its shareholder return policy.
In addition, AI- and semiconductor-related stocks are said to be showing signs of a rebound, and some view developments in related stocks as influencing the broader market trend.