SATO Corporation, Financial Statements Release 2025, 6 February 2026 at 09:00 am This is a summary of SATO’s financial statements release for 2025, which has been published in full as an appendix to...
SATO Corporation, Financial Statements Release 2025, 6 February 2026 at 09:00 am This is a summary of SATO’s financial statements release for 2025, which has been published in full as an appendix to...
In terms of the pre-season betting odds this is the most unlikely Super Bowl match-up for years, but there's no denying the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots deserve to be here. The pair have shown different strengths and weaknesses but throughout an unpredictable season they have had long winning streaks and shown enviable consistency. The Seahawks are the 4.5-point favourites in Santa Cl...
In terms of the pre-season betting odds this is the most unlikely Super Bowl match-up for years, but there's no denying the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots deserve to be here. The pair have shown different strengths and weaknesses but throughout an unpredictable season they have had long winning streaks and shown enviable consistency. The Seahawks are the 4.5-point favourites in Santa Clara but in terms of the numbers there is not much between them at all, so expect this one to be a close call. It could come down to a play here, a play call there and perhaps the finest of margins making the biggest of differences - Super Bowl's can by won and lost in the blink of an eye. So let's see how the two sides match-up, what the key battles will be and exactly where Super Bowl 60 will be decided.
Toyota Motor Corp. ’s incoming chief executive officer isn’t just the company’s head of finance. He was the chairman’s personal secretary for almost a decade. Kenta Kon , 57, on Friday was unexpectedly announced as the next CEO of Japan’s largest manufacturer, to replace Koji Sato , who will become vice chairman in April after three years in the role. In doing so, Akio Toyoda , the 69-year-old gra...
Toyota Motor Corp. ’s incoming chief executive officer isn’t just the company’s head of finance. He was the chairman’s personal secretary for almost a decade. Kenta Kon , 57, on Friday was unexpectedly announced as the next CEO of Japan’s largest manufacturer, to replace Koji Sato , who will become vice chairman in April after three years in the role. In doing so, Akio Toyoda , the 69-year-old grandson of the automotive giant’s founder, is installing a trusted lieutenant to head the company at a time the scion is spearheading the proposed buyout of a Toyota group unit in a deal opposed by activist investor Elliott Investment Management . Kon, who joined Toyota 35 years ago fresh out of Tohoku University with a bachelor’s degree in economics, became Toyoda’s personal secretary in 2008, serving him for about eight years. He then moved through the ranks, particularly in the accounting department, where he became its head in 2019. In 2020, Kon replaced Koji Kobayashi as CFO as the Covid-19 pandemic paralyzed the global economy and sent car sales tumbling as people worldwide stayed in their homes. Two years later, he was one of three lieutenants promoted to newly created executive vice president roles, sparking speculation that he may eventually take on the top job. The other two executives have since moved on. As CFO, Kon oversaw the finances of the company, including in the fiscal year ended March 2024, when Toyota reported record annual earnings despite the rise of electric vehicle makers such as Tesla Inc. and BYD Co. Kon is also currently a director at Toyota Fudosan Co., which is leading the buyout.
Stellantis N.V. ( STLA ) Friday said that consolidated shipments for the three months ending December 31, 2025, were an estimated 1.5 million units, a 9% increase y-o-y. This increase was primarily driven by North America and further supported by year‑over‑year shipment growth in South America and in the Middle East & Africa . In North America , Q4 shipments grew by approximately 127 thousand unit...
Stellantis N.V. ( STLA ) Friday said that consolidated shipments for the three months ending December 31, 2025, were an estimated 1.5 million units, a 9% increase y-o-y. This increase was primarily driven by North America and further supported by year‑over‑year shipment growth in South America and in the Middle East & Africa . In North America , Q4 shipments grew by approximately 127 thousand units compared to the same period in 2024, representing a 43% y-o-y increase. This was partially offset by a decline in Enlarged Europe due to a combination of a contracting LCV market and competitive pressures. More on Stellantis Stellantis: Why A Rebound Is Closer Than You Think Stellantis Ditches Plug-In Hybrid Models, Tech That Struggled With U.S. Buyers Stellantis N.V. (STLA) Presents at Goldman Sachs Industrials & Autos Week Transcript The case for the F-Series being the most dominant vehicle line in auto history Stellantis offers discounts on certain models in France to regain volume
e.l.f. Beauty is amid a stock price rebound driven by regained traction, analysts' sentiment, and institutional activity. A 40% upside is indicated at consensus
e.l.f. Beauty is amid a stock price rebound driven by regained traction, analysts' sentiment, and institutional activity. A 40% upside is indicated at consensus
Volkswagen AG said a plan to start producing a new pick-up truck in South Africa will hinge on improved tax breaks and other incentives to boost the industry. For the investment to make sense, the company needs urgent policy action from the South African government, with Martina Biene , the Volkswagen Group Africa chairwoman, writing to President Cyril Ramaphosa in December asking for rapid reform...
Volkswagen AG said a plan to start producing a new pick-up truck in South Africa will hinge on improved tax breaks and other incentives to boost the industry. For the investment to make sense, the company needs urgent policy action from the South African government, with Martina Biene , the Volkswagen Group Africa chairwoman, writing to President Cyril Ramaphosa in December asking for rapid reforms. VW joins a growing group of automakers calling on South Africa to take measures to safeguard an industry under siege from surging imports and the rising cost of doing business. Just one in three cars sold in South Africa are locally manufactured, down from 56% two decades ago. VW’s Wolfsburg head office approved the plan to build the light pick-up last year, and is likely to be similar to the Tukan pick-up due to begin production in Brazil in 2027. “We all agree that this would be the next right vehicle for South Africa,” Biene said in an interview this week at the company’s facility in Kariega, on South Africa’s southern coast. “We are now talking about our make-or-break decision for the investment.” VW South Africa already produces the Polo Vivo and Polo, and also plans to start making a compact sports utility vehicle known as the Tengo, with first sales next year. However, government has been sluggish in announcing policies to spur an industry, which accounts for more than 5% of economic output. South Africa Weighs Steep Tariffs on Chinese, Indian Autos Chery to Buy Nissan South Africa Plant, Marking Rapid Climb BYD Eyes Africa Growth as China Price War Intensifies Local carmakers also rely on Europe and the UK for more than three quarter of exports. That concentrates risk, as both markets have deadlines to end internal-combustion engine car sales in the next decade. That’s why the pick-up — known locally as a “bakkie” — is crucial to continuing local production. “Europe does not need us anymore as an export market,” Biene said. “But we definitely also see Africa as a...
German industrial production dropped for the first time since August, a sign of persisting challenges for the sector as it tries to exit a protracted slump. Output decreased 1.9% in December, compared with a revised 0.2% advance the previous month. Economists polled by Bloomberg had predicted a 0.3% decline, though none had anticipated such a weak reading. The data will cool optimism that a jump i...
German industrial production dropped for the first time since August, a sign of persisting challenges for the sector as it tries to exit a protracted slump. Output decreased 1.9% in December, compared with a revised 0.2% advance the previous month. Economists polled by Bloomberg had predicted a 0.3% decline, though none had anticipated such a weak reading. The data will cool optimism that a jump in German spending is starting to meaningfully reach Europe’s biggest economy. Chancellor Friedrich Merz is banking on massive investments in infrastructure and defense reinvigorating growth, which only just returned in 2025 after two years of contraction. The government expects gross domestic product will rise 1% this year, mainly thanks to higher outlays. Factories have already saw higher demand , raising expectations that the sector is turning a corner. Orders jumped 7.8% in November — the quickest in two years. Some corporate polls are still muted , however, as firms demand reforms to address issues in welfare and bureaucracy. A lack of skilled workers is another problem, while external threats include Europe’s relationship with the US and fierce Chinese competition. Friday’s data showed that the decline was mainly down to lower production in the automotive industry, the manufacture of machinery and equipment, and machine maintenance and assembly. German Factory Orders Unexpectedly Rise Most in Two Years Merz Activated His Plan for Germany. Now We Find Out If It Works German Growth to Quicken in 2026 After Slow Start: Bundesbank Separate data on Friday showed that exports and imports both rose in December. The trade surplus widened to €17.1 billion ($20.2 billion). The US remained Germany’s most important market and shipments to the country rose 8.9% from November. Still, they are down 12.9% compared to December 2024.
Hong Kong authorities have said the first batch of licensed ride-hailing platforms is expected to commence operations by the fourth quarter of this year and floated measures to further improve taxi services as part of the government’s latest transport blueprint. The Transport Department on Friday revealed the 124-page Transport Strategy Blueprint, covering areas including the development of the lo...
Hong Kong authorities have said the first batch of licensed ride-hailing platforms is expected to commence operations by the fourth quarter of this year and floated measures to further improve taxi services as part of the government’s latest transport blueprint. The Transport Department on Friday revealed the 124-page Transport Strategy Blueprint, covering areas including the development of the low-altitude economy, autonomous vehicles, and a smart and green mass transit system. In the long run, with the complementary strengths of taxi and ride-hailing services, more private car users may be encouraged to switch to personalised point-to-point public transport services, thereby increasing the overall public transport patronage, the blueprint read. Advertisement “The blueprint will pave the way for transport development in the coming two decades for a more commuter-friendly city,” Secretary for Transport and Logistics Mable Chan said. “It also aligns with the country’s 15th five-year plan … to be a superconnector.” One of the three themes of the blueprint is enjoyable journeys, which includes developing transport hubs for strengthened internal and external connectivity, as well as smart, green and diversified transport for the city. Advertisement The blueprint also floated the idea of expanding the capacity of cross-harbour tunnels and pledged to increase the supply of car parking spaces to over 12,000 this year and next year.
The steady slide in Figma stock may finally end soon. The initial optimism around Figma (FIG 1.38%) stock has given way to disappointment. In late July, it launched what initially looked like a successful IPO. However, optimism gave way to disappointment as the stock steadily slid after an initial bump. Today, the stock is down more than 25% from its IPO price of $33 per share. Fortunately, a lot ...
The steady slide in Figma stock may finally end soon. The initial optimism around Figma (FIG 1.38%) stock has given way to disappointment. In late July, it launched what initially looked like a successful IPO. However, optimism gave way to disappointment as the stock steadily slid after an initial bump. Today, the stock is down more than 25% from its IPO price of $33 per share. Fortunately, a lot can change in five years. Thus, long-term investors can probably shrug off its recent performance, given the high probability of earning long-term gains over the next five years. Here's why. The state of Figma stock Figma's cloud-based, collaborative design tools have attracted interest from customers and investors alike. Adobe attempted to buy the company, but its efforts to unseat Figma after abandoning the proposed merger have not succeeded. Knowing that, one can see why Figma stock debuted with a high degree of optimism. So what happened? For one, investors may not like its current financials. In the first nine months of 2025, revenue of $752 million rose 41%, compared to the same period in 2024. Unfortunately, its operating expenses far surpassed its revenue. With that, its loss of just over $1 billion in the first three quarters of 2025 rose from $830 million in the same year-ago period despite the higher revenue. Moreover, due to bottom-line losses, Figma does not have a P/E ratio, and its price-to-sales (P/S) ratio is 12. Also, no catalyst has emerged for the stock to begin its turnaround. Expand NYSE : FIG Figma Today's Change ( -1.38 %) $ -0.31 Current Price $ 22.20 Key Data Points Market Cap $11B Day's Range $ 21.42 - $ 22.97 52wk Range $ 19.85 - $ 142.92 Volume 25M Avg Vol 8.5M Gross Margin 85.74 % Why a long-term turnaround may be in sight Still, the level of revenue increases makes Figma a growth stock, and considering that its forward P/S ratio stands at 9, the stock price has begun to seem more reasonable. As that trend continues, we could see a turning poin...
In early February 2026, Arista Networks drew increased attention as analysts and institutional investors highlighted its debt-free balance sheet, sizable liquidity, and central role supplying AI-focused networking gear to hyperscalers such as Meta and Microsoft ahead of its February 12 earnings release. An interesting angle is how Arista’s shift toward higher-margin software and recurring revenue,...
In early February 2026, Arista Networks drew increased attention as analysts and institutional investors highlighted its debt-free balance sheet, sizable liquidity, and central role supplying AI-focused networking gear to hyperscalers such as Meta and Microsoft ahead of its February 12 earnings release. An interesting angle is how Arista’s shift toward higher-margin software and recurring revenue, alongside its AI data center exposure, is becoming a core pillar of many professional investors’ cloud infrastructure theses. With recent share price weakness over the past week and Arista’s AI-driven data center positioning in focus, we’ll explore how this shapes its investment narrative. Rare earth metals are the new gold rush. Find out which 31 stocks are leading the charge. What Is Arista Networks' Investment Narrative? To own Arista today, you need to believe that high‑performance networking will remain foundational to cloud and AI data centers, and that Arista can keep monetizing that with premium hardware, software and growing recurring revenue. The recent pullback, despite analysts pointing to earnings and revenue growth ahead of the February 12 report, mostly looks like sentiment resetting after a very large multi‑year run rather than a fundamental break in the story. Near term, the key catalysts still sit around whether AI‑related orders from hyperscalers like Meta and Microsoft stay resilient, and whether new R4 and campus products begin to show up in guidance. The main risk is that Arista’s premium valuation, combined with heavy reliance on a concentrated set of big cloud customers, could magnify any disappointment. However, investors should be aware of how much depends on a few hyperscale buyers. Arista Networks' share price has been on the slide but might be up to 14% below fair value. Find out if it's a bargain. Exploring Other Perspectives ANET 1-Year Stock Price Chart Twenty‑three Simply Wall St Community fair value estimates span roughly US$112.8 to US$19...
A strong month for Turkish stocks caught local fund managers off guard as they struggled to keep up with a rally driven by a handful of stocks. Only 7.5% of domestic equity funds managed to outperform the main stock index in January, the worst showing since 2021, according to Turkey’s Electronic Fund Distribution Platform data. In the same period last year, 54% funds beat the index. Fund managers ...
A strong month for Turkish stocks caught local fund managers off guard as they struggled to keep up with a rally driven by a handful of stocks. Only 7.5% of domestic equity funds managed to outperform the main stock index in January, the worst showing since 2021, according to Turkey’s Electronic Fund Distribution Platform data. In the same period last year, 54% funds beat the index. Fund managers have lagged the index, partly because the rally has been concentrated in a few stocks with high index weighting, such as Kiler Holding AS and Aselsan Elektronik Sanayi Ve Ticaret A.S. Regulations prevent traditional fund managers from holding more than 10% of any single stock, meaning even if an investor picked the right company, the extent of the gains is limited. “It has become very hard to beat the index if a fund wasn’t invested in those stocks at a specific period,” said Mehmet Gerz , chief executive officer and fund manager at Istanbul-based Osmanli Portfoy. Turkish Stocks Eye Best January Since ‘97 as Cash Pours In (1) Turkish stocks missed out on a long-awaited rebound in emerging markets last year as President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s crackdown on a political competitor spooked investors. The country’s equities are now closing the gap, buoyed by a push by investors to diversify away from US assets. Turkish equity market attracted a net $1.5 billion of inflows from foreign investors in January. The Borsa Istanbul 100 Index has climbed 21% in dollar terms in the first month of the year, its best performance since 1997.