U.S.-based Anthropic to file for IPO.
Anthropic, a U.S. startup specializing in artificial intelligence (AI) development, reportedly announced on the 1st that it has confidentially filed for an initial public offering (IPO). The company is said to be valued at $965 billion (approximately ¥154 trillion). If proceedings follow plan, it is expected to go public as early as this fall. <6702> Fujitsu <7046> TDSE <4011> Headwaters <3993> PKSHA
U.S. Anthropic reaches a valuation of $965 billion.
Anthropic, a U.S.-based AI startup, has reportedly surpassed OpenAI—the developer of ChatGPT—in valuation, reaching $965 billion (approximately ¥154.7 trillion) following its most recent funding round. Both companies are competing aggressively ahead of their anticipated initial public offerings (IPOs) later this year, with Anthropic emerging as a frontrunner in the AI race. <6702> Fujitsu
OpenAI is expected to file for an IPO soon.
According to reports citing sources familiar with the matter, U.S.-based OpenAI, the developer of the generative AI model ChatGPT, is preparing with financial institutions for an initial public offering (IPO) filing within the next several days to weeks. The reports indicate that financial institutions including Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley are assisting OpenAI in drafting its IPO prospectus, with plans to confidentially submit the filing documents to regulators as early as the 22nd.
Anthropic takes the lead in the AI race, surpassing OpenAI.
Anthropic, a U.S.-based company, is reportedly emerging as a leader in the competition for dominance in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector. Backed by accelerating growth and successful fundraising efforts, its valuation is expected to soon surpass that of its competitor, OpenAI. The latest data indicates that Anthropic’s growth continues to accelerate at a rapid pace. <6702> Fujitsu <7046> TDSE <4011> Headwaters <3993>
Sios reported double-digit revenue growth and significant profit increase in Q1, with both sales and profits expanding across all segments.
Sios Co., Ltd. (3744) announced its consolidated financial results for the first quarter of the fiscal year ending December 2026 (January-March 2026) on the 11th. Revenue increased by 18.1% year-on-year to 5.895 billion yen, operating income surged by 159.4% to 177 million yen, ordinary income rose by 210.2% to 229 million yen, and quarterly net income attributable to parent company shareholders grew by 242.2% to 133 million yen. Revenue from the Product & Services segment increased by 4.6% year-on-year to 1.213 billion yen, with segment profit rising by 29.8%.
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*Asahi Kasei <3407> 1654.5 +122 Operating profit increased by 9.1% in the previous term and is forecast to grow by 7.3% this term. *Kawasaki Heavy <7012> 3391 +221 Business profit increased by 1.4% in the previous term and is expected to grow by 17.2% this term. *AGC <5201> 6014 +378 First-quarter operating profit increased by 48.9%. *Shimizu Corp. <1803> 3465 +334 Operating profit increased by 67.1% in the previous term and is forecast to grow by 28.9% this term. *Ibis <9343> 791 +81 First-quarter operating profit doubled.
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*Fusō Chemical <4368> 3,990 yen — Positive sentiment over a strong profit outlook for the current fiscal year. *Marubun <7537> 1,546 yen — Announced a substantial dividend hike following a change in its dividend policy. *PAL-TAC <8283> 5,345 yen — Medipal HD has made it a wholly owned subsidiary. *FIG <4392> 795 +286 — Continues to be viewed as a favorable development, with the company advancing the development of automated test equipment for cutting-edge semiconductor packaging ICs. *Nippon Thomson <6480> 1,928 +398 — Valuation remains supported by expectations of significantly higher earnings. *Nichi-as <539
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MS&AD Insurance Group revised its operating profit forecast upward to 1.12 trillion yen from 834 billion yen for the fiscal year ending March 26.
MS&AD Insurance Group Holdings, Inc. <8725> announced a revision to its earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2026, upwardly revising its operating income from 834 billion yen to 1.12 trillion yen. The improvement in performance was primarily driven by lower-than-expected insurance payouts due to natural disasters both domestically and internationally, along with disciplined underwriting practices and expanded underwriting scale in overseas operations. Additionally, gains from the sale of policy-related equity holdings exceeded expectations, leading to revisions in the projected figures for operating income and net income attributable to parent company shareholders.
SIOS Sees FY Net Y370.00M
SIOS 1Q Net Y133.00M Vs Net Y38.00M
SIOS: FY2026 Q1 Earnings Presentation Materials
SIOS: First Quarter Earnings Brief for the Fiscal Year Ending December 2026 (Japanese GAAP, Consolidated)
TOKYU Fudosan HD, Daiichi Sankyo, Sumitomo Metal Mining, and Yamaha (as of the 11th).
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Many of the AI programs that creators rely on are made in China.
Video creators, ranging from Hollywood productions to short videos on social media, are increasingly utilizing AI for content production that previously required large teams. China plays a significant role in this business, with reports indicating that Chinese companies account for seven out of the top ten video generation models on the evaluation platform 'Artificial Analysis.' Fujitsu
OpenAI and Microsoft have agreed to a new partnership.
It has been reported that OpenAI, the U.S.-based developer of generative AI (artificial intelligence), has reached a new agreement with its partner Microsoft regarding their partnership. OpenAI will gain greater flexibility to collaborate with Microsoft's competitors, while also setting a cap on the revenue to be shared with Microsoft until 2030, removing contentious clauses from previous contracts. Microsoft is said to maintain access to OpenAI’s models and products.
Sios is forecast to achieve its highest-ever operating profit in the fiscal year 2025, with continued revenue growth expected beyond 2026.
Sios Technology Corp. (3744) engages in the development, infrastructure building, and operational support of IT systems incorporating open-source software (hereinafter, OSS) as its core, along with applications, operating systems, and cloud solutions. The company leverages its high technical expertise, with key products including "LifeKeeper," a software solution that prevents system downtime during failures, and the "Gluegent Series." OSS refers to software whose source code, akin to a design blueprint, is made publicly available free of charge.
PayPay to Enable Payment Services in Taiwan Starting from the End of April.
PayPay, a leading smartphone payment provider, reported on the 14th that Japanese users will be able to use its payment service in Taiwan starting from the end of April. If identity verification is completed within Japan, users will reportedly be able to make payments at over 400,000 locations, including convenience stores and restaurants. Payments can be made at places displaying the logo for Taiwan's financial transaction QR code standard, 'TWQR.' The paid amount can be instantly confirmed in Japanese yen.
SIOS: Extraordinary Report