KEYENCE <6861> rebounded sharply, signaling a second-stage upward move. After a brief pause following the previous day's gap-up, the factory automation giant saw renewed buying interest. Keyence, a global leader in sensors and control devices, continues to see robust performance in North America and Asia. The company is expected to hit record revenue and operating profit for the fiscal year ended March 2026. While fiscal 2027 guidance is undisclosed, markets anticipate significant growth driven by AI data center demand and power infrastructure. Investor sentiment was also bolstered by a proposal to add share buyback provisions to the company's articles of incorporation.

Speee <4499> surged in the afternoon after its subsidiary, Datachain, announced the patent registration of a stablecoin remittance system integrated with Swift. The technology utilizes Swift’s API framework to facilitate bank-mediated stablecoin transfers. The company is also pursuing international patent applications.

ASTMAX <7162> hit its daily limit on speculative buying after disclosing preliminary full-year results for the fiscal year ended March 2026. Revenue rose 22.2% to 25.26 billion yen, while net income swung to a profit of 1.96 billion yen from a previous loss. The company also set a year-end dividend of 8 yen, up 1 yen. Earnings were significantly boosted by hedge positions in the electricity trading business amid surging energy prices.

Fundely <3137> attracted concentrated retail interest, jumping over 26% to near 290 yen. The low-priced stock gained momentum following a strong fiscal 2027 outlook, with revenue projected to rise 15% to 3.03 billion yen and operating profit seen up 43% to 187 million yen. The company also announced an enhanced shareholder benefit program, increasing the value of meal coupons for its health-food delivery service.

Global Security Experts <4417> broke upward from its consolidation range after forecasting continued record growth for the fiscal year ending March 2027. The cybersecurity provider for SMEs projects a 25% increase in revenue to 13.78 billion yen and a 31% jump in operating profit to 2.94 billion yen. The company also raised its dividend forecast significantly, targeting 49.11 yen for the current year, up from the revised 34.60 yen for the previous period.

WASHINGTON HOTEL <4691> hit new highs after FUJITA KANKO <9722> completed the acquisition of 378,400 shares, becoming a major shareholder with a 10.22% stake. This move follows reports that APA Holdings also increased its stake to 6.24% in April. Speculation regarding supply-demand dynamics intensified as FUJITA KANKO, which formed a business alliance with WASHINGTON HOTEL in February, strengthened its position as the second-largest shareholder.

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Source: MINKABU PRESS

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