Morning Session Comments No. 6 reported that ITOCHU is entering aircraft engine maintenance, Aiming raised its full-year forecast, and Nidec is considering filing a damages claim against former officers. Developments at RISO KAGAKU, QUICK and REALGATE were also reported.
ITOCHU is considering entering the aircraft engine maintenance sector following a Nikkei report. The company reportedly plans to invest in a UK-based IAG-affiliated maintenance company and coordinate the business with aircraft maintenance and leasing operations.
Aiming raised its consolidated operating profit forecast for the fiscal year ending December 2026 to ¥1.42 billion. Although cumulative nine-month profit continued to decline year on year, the decline was reportedly attributable to the impact of expanding its title lineup in recent years and higher costs. The forecast for the fourth quarter factors in increased advertising and promotional expenses, while contributions from new titles are expected.
Nidec decided to file a damages claim against 9 former officers. Following a report by the committee investigating officer responsibility, the claim is expected to target 8 current and former officers in total, plus 1 former executive officer who served as chief financial officer.
RISO KAGAKU raised its first-half operating profit forecast to ¥3.30 billion, helped by rush demand for consumables and the weaker yen.
Asset Value Investors emerged as a major shareholder of QUICK, with a 5.02% stake, according to a disclosure.
REALGATE expects current-year operating profit to reach ¥2.16 billion, up 40.6% year on year, supported by growth in recurring revenue and high capacity utilization.