Funds tend to concentrate in semiconductor and AI-related stocks.

[Opening Comments on Stock Market] On the 7th, the Japanese stock market is expected to open with many stocks showing a strong buying interest. On the 6th, the U.S. market saw the NY Dow rise by 612 points and the Nasdaq climb by 512 points. The ADP employment report indicated stability in the labor market, which was well received. Additionally, reports that the U.S. has prepared a memorandum of understanding toward ending hostilities with Iran, combined with a significant drop in crude oil futures prices, helped improve investor sentiment. The Chicago Nikkei 225 futures were 2 points higher than Osaka’s close.

Fisco JapanMay 7 07:34

DTS reported an operating profit of 16.4 billion yen, up 13.4% for the fiscal year ending March 26, and forecasts a 3.4% increase to 17 billion yen for the fiscal year ending March 27.

For the fiscal year ending March 2026, consolidated performance showed net sales increased by 7.4% year-on-year to 135.213 billion yen, and operating income grew by 13.4% year-on-year to 16.434 billion yen. The ratio of Focus Business sales, which is being promoted with a target of 57%, reached 62.9%, showing steady progress. For the fiscal year ending March 2027, consolidated performance is projected to achieve net sales growth of 5% year-on-year to 142 billion yen, and operating income is expected to increase by 3.4% year-on-year to 17 billion yen.

Fisco JapanMay 7 06:53

DTS announced a share buyback on May 1.

The following stock announced the establishment of a share repurchase program on Friday, May 1: <9682> DTS – 5.05 million shares (3.1%) for 5 billion yen (from May 2, 2026, to September 18, 2026). The percentage in parentheses represents the proportion of total issued shares excluding treasury stock. The number of shares and amount represent the upper limits.

Fisco JapanMay 7 06:12

Epson reported a 34.0% decrease in operating profit to 49.5 billion yen for the fiscal year ended March 26, and forecasts a 73.5% increase to 86.0 billion yen for the fiscal year ending March 27.

Epson <6724> announced its consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2026, reporting revenue of JPY 1.413251 trillion, up 3.7% year on year, and operating profit of JPY 49.558 billion, down 34% year on year. The Printing Solutions segment and the Manufacturing-related & Wearable Devices segment both posted revenue growth, while operating profit was weighed down by an impairment loss on a portion of the goodwill associated with its subsidiary Fiery. For the fiscal year ending March 2027, consolidated revenue is expected to increase by 2.

Fisco JapanMay 7 04:43

DTS To Go Ex-Dividend On March 30th, 2027 With 23 JPY Dividend Per Share

May 2nd (Japan Standard Time) - $DTS(9682.JP)$ is trading ex-dividend on March 30th, 2027.Shareholders of record on March 31st, 2027 will receive 23 JPY dividend per share. The ex-dividend date is

Futu NewsMay 2 17:25

DTS To Go Ex-Dividend On September 29th, 2026 With 15 JPY Dividend Per Share

May 2nd (Japan Standard Time) - $DTS(9682.JP)$ is trading ex-dividend on September 29th, 2026.Shareholders of record on September 30th, 2026 will receive 15 JPY dividend per share. The ex-dividend

Futu NewsMay 2 17:25