Nihon Hume and others continue to rank, as the demand for repairing aging water pipes continues to grow.

Nihifume <5262> has ranked in (as of 13:32). Significant continuous rise. It has been reported that the aging of large-scale sewerage pipes managed by prefectures is progressing, and the number of pipelines exceeding their useful life is expected to balloon 12 times over the next 20 years. The company, which is the leader in sewerage Hume pipes, saw a surge in buying yesterday. Today, the expansion of medium-term Business opportunities is continuing to be recognized, leading to strong buying STAR. Top by Volume change rate [February 20, 13:32 current] (5-day average Volume ratio).

Fisco Japan23:34 ET

UBE, Mitsui & Co., etc. [List of stock materials from the newspaper]

* UBE Corporation President Nishida announced a revenue of 1 trillion yen for 2023 (Nikkai Industry, page 3) - ○ * Kddi Corporation has completed verification of its cluster Router, flexibly responding to increased communications volume (Nikkai Industry, page 4) - ○ * Sodick is optimizing its strategy for China by restructuring its machinery (Nikkai Industry, page 4) - ○ * Mitsui & Co. acquired iron ore interests in Australia for 800 billion yen, with production expected to start in 2030 (Nikkai Industry, page 4) - ○ * NOK is expanding the utilization of data in the oil seal field.

Fisco Japan18:46 ET

Expectations continue for Hume in Japan and others to remain ranked, with expanding needs for repairs of aging water pipes, ETC.

Nihon Hume <5262> is ranked (as of 14:32). It has seen significant continued growth. The deterioration of large-scale sewerage pipes managed by prefectures is progressing, with approximately 380 km of pipes exceeding their useful life, and it is reported that this will expand twelve times over the next 20 years. Additionally, it is also reported that Prime Minister Ishiba has instructed to expedite the DX of maintenance and management of water supply and sewerage systems at the Digital Administrative Reform Conference to be held within the month. The company, a leader in sewerage concrete pipes, is becoming aware of medium-term business opportunities.

Fisco JapanFeb 19 00:35 ET

The Trump administration approved the construction of petroleum export ports.

The Trump administration has reportedly approved the construction project of the Texas oil export terminal "Texas GulfLink Deepwater Port." It is said to be capable of shipping 1 million barrels per day. This project was first applied for in 2019 and was awaiting final approval from the U.S. Maritime Administration. <1605> INPEX <1662> Oil and Gas Development <5008> Toa Oil <5009> Fuji Kosen <5017>

Fisco JapanFeb 17 16:27 ET

NXHD, etc., announced a Share Buyback on February 14.

The stocks for which the share buyback plan was announced on February 14 (Friday) are as follows: <9147> NXHD 30 million shares (11.5%) 50 billion yen (from 25/2/17 to 25/11/28) <6013> Takuma 9 million shares (11.6%) 10 billion yen (from 25/2/17 to 26/2/16) <3964> Auknet 1.43 million shares (5.9%) 4.5 billion yen (from 25/2/18 to 25/2/20) <2790> Nafco 2.2 million shares (8.2%) 4 billion 61.2 million yen (from 25/2/17

Fisco JapanFeb 16 17:20 ET

Tokio Marine raised its forecast on March 25, with ordinary profits projected at 1 trillion 380 billion yen, up from 1 trillion 240 billion yen.

Tokyo Marine <8766> announced a revision of the performance forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2025. Operating profit was revised upward from 1 trillion 240 billion yen to 1 trillion 380 billion yen, and net profit was raised from 880 billion yen to 1 trillion yen. Although the loss ratio related to Autos in the domestic insurance business is deteriorating, the sale of policy Stocks is expected to accelerate more than previously anticipated. The sales amount of policy Stocks is projected to be approximately 912 billion yen for the full year, increasing by 162 billion yen from the previous forecast. 【Positive Evaluation】 <8766> Tokyo Marine Quarterly | <4449> Giftie Full Year <2503> K

Fisco JapanFeb 16 16:19 ET