INPEX - Sharp fall, crude oil prices fell due to expectations of relaxation of tensions in the Middle East.

Markedly fell. WTI crude oil futures (September) fell in the New York market last week, which seems to be a reason for buyers to hold back. While there is a view that concerns about the future of the US economy are easing and crude oil demand is moving steadily, it has been reported that operational discussions on a cease-fire negotiation in the Gaza Strip, Palestine, are set to resume in Cairo, the capital of Egypt, and it seems that the price of crude oil is expected to fall due to the easing of tension in the Middle East. The Israeli Prime Minister's Office showed a "careful and optimistic" position on the agreement on the 17th.

Fisco Japan21:14 ET

Juko Holdings, Foreside, etc.

<1514> Jushi Holdings Co., Ltd. SMBCC Nikko Securities Co., Ltd. shareholding ratio 19.43% -> 18.40%. Report obligation date: August 7, 2024. <2330> Forcidevo Fund (Evo Fund) shareholding ratio 13.18% -> 11.90%. Report obligation date: August 7, 2024. <2901> Well Ditch Shino Pride Ventures Limited (SINO) shareholding ratio.

Fisco JapanAug 15 19:43 ET

Due to the closure of the coal business, Mitsui Matsushima HD had a decrease in revenue in the first quarter, but sales and profits of consumer goods and industrial products are progressing smoothly.

On the 9th, Mitsui Matsushima Holdings<1518> announced its consolidated financial results for the first quarter of the 2025 fiscal year (April to June 24). Revenue decreased by 40.6% compared to the same period last year to 13.536 billion yen, operating profit decreased by 85.2% to 1.46 billion yen, ordinary profit decreased by 83.0% to 1.752 billion yen, and net profit for the quarter attributable to parent company shareholders decreased by 80.7% to 1.37 billion yen. Sales of consumer goods increased by 7.0% compared to the same period last year due to an increase in sales by MOS and Meikosha.

Fisco JapanAug 14 00:24 ET

Odakyu Electric Railway and others announced share buyback on August 9th.

The following are the stocks that announced the establishment of a share buyback on August 9th (Friday): <9007> Odakyu Electric Railway with 18 million shares (5.0%) and 20 billion yen (August 24, 2013 to March 31, 2025), <4095> Parker-Hannifin K.K. with 12 million shares (9.6%) and 15 billion yen (August 13, 2012 to July 31, 2024), and <4634> Artience Corporation with 4.5 million shares (8.5%) and 10 billion yen (August 13, 2012 to August 12, 2025).

Fisco JapanAug 12 18:04 ET

Disappointed with green energy, investment in natural gas is making a comeback.

Shell's Sawan CEO reportedly stated that LNG is currently the only reliable solution to achieve both energy security and decarbonization of the energy system. Due to the temporary suspension of the construction of a factory in the Netherlands that was supposed to be the largest biofuel facility in Europe, Shell recorded impairment losses of $780 million. <1605> INPEX <1976> MyStar Engineering <3442> MIE Corporation <5>

Fisco JapanAug 12 17:18 ET

Japan Post's operating profit in the first quarter increased by 22.2% to 211.4 billion yen.

Japan Post Holdings Co., Ltd. (6178) announced its first quarter results for the fiscal year ending March 2025. Operating revenue decreased by 3.9% YoY to 2.735888 trillion yen, while operating profit increased by 22.2% YoY to 211.449 billion yen. The increase in investment income at Yucho Bank (7182), a subsidiary, and the improvement in capital gains and losses at Japan Post Insurance Co., Ltd. (7181) were contributing factors. Operating revenue for the fiscal year ending March 2025 is expected to decrease by 5.9% YoY to 11.280 trillion yen, while operating profit is expected to increase by 13.7% YoY to 760 billion yen.

Fisco JapanAug 12 17:17 ET