Developments while keeping an eye on the exchange rate.
The Nikkei average has fallen for six consecutive trading days. It ended the day at 38,701.90 yen, down 111.68 yen (estimated Volume of 2.7 billion 10 million shares). Following the yen's depreciation after Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda's press conference, there was buying in export-related stocks, such as Automobiles, and the Nikkei average began to rebound. Towards the end of the morning session, it rose to 39,039.68 yen. However, after Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato expressed concerns over the fluctuations in the foreign exchange market, including speculative movements, it was a trigger for short-term Futures.
The Nikkei average fell for the sixth consecutive day, closing at a low due to the decline in financial stocks.
On the 19th, the U.S. Stocks market was mixed. The Dow Inc. rose by $15.37 to close at $42,342.24, while the Nasdaq fell by 19.93 points to end at $19,372.77. After the opening, the market experienced an upward movement. The sharp drop the previous day, due to the indication from the Federal Reserve Board (FRB) of a slowdown in the pace of additional interest rate cuts during the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), was seen as an overreaction, leading to a wave of buying. The domestic Gross Domestic Product (GDP) for the July to September period was revised upward, and new unemployment Insurance claims were announced in the morning.
Stocks that moved or were traded in the first half of the session.
*Cybozu <4776> 2644 - Positive sentiment due to consideration of increased dividends for this period and significant profit growth outlook for the next period. *Market E <3135> 964 - Positive sentiment following the announcement of expanded shareholder benefits. *Japan Retech <1938> 1326 +199 High dividend yield appeal following significant dividend increase announcement. *Mitsui E&S <7003> 1754 +150 Reported to begin production of port cranes in Vietnam. *Shin Nihon Science <2395> 1662 +126 Tokai Tokyo Securities recommends buying anew.
December 20 [Today's Investment Strategy]
[Fisco Selected Stocks] 【Material Stocks】 Cybozu <4776> 2144 yen (12/19) engages in the development, sales, and operation of groupware such as 'kintone'. The year-end Dividends forecast for the fiscal year ending December 2024 has been revised to 'undecided'. The previous estimate was 15 yen, and the one before that was 14 yen. It is being considered for an increase, and it is scheduled to be announced immediately after it is confirmed. Additionally, the performance forecast for the fiscal year ending December 2025 was announced. The operating profit is estimated to be 8.437 billion yen.
Attention is being paid to Cybozu and Nihon Litec, while Kadokawa and others are showing weakness.
In the U.S. stock market yesterday, on the 19th, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by $15.37 to 42,342.24, the Nasdaq Composite Index fell by 19.93 points to 19,372.77, and the Chicago Nikkei 225 Futures decreased by 60 yen compared to the Osaka daytime price, settling at 39,020 yen. The exchange rate was 1 dollar = 157.30-40 yen. Today in the Tokyo market, Cybozu <4776> announced that it is considering an increase in the year-end Dividends for the fiscal year ending in December 2024, and the operating profit for the fiscal year ending in December 2025 is projected to be 8.437 billion yen, which is expected to be double compared to the current fiscal year forecast.
List of Conversion Stocks (Part 4) [List of Parabolic Signal Conversion Stocks]
○ List of stocks that have switched to selling in the market Code Stock Name Closing Price SAR Main Board <7974> NINTENDO CO LTD 9410 9587 <8001> Itochu 75007904 <8011> Sanyo 28442876 <8014> Chori 38854050 <8037> Kamei 18741972 <8051> YAMAZEN 13831426 <8075> SHINKO SHOKO 60606230 <8091> Nichimou 1952
The immediate stance is to Buy on dips [closing].
The Nikkei Average declined for five consecutive trading days, ending at 38,813.58 yen, down 268.13 yen (estimated Volume of approximately 2.2 billion shares). Following the perception that the results of the USA Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) were hawkish, the major stock indices in the USA fell the previous day, leading to risk-averse selling. The Nikkei Average dipped to 38,355.52 yen shortly after the market opened. However, as the yen weakened to the mid-154 yen range against the dollar, it provided support for the market, while the Bank of Japan continued its financial measures.
Express News | Japanese stock market close: The Nikkei 225 Index fell by 0.69%, Rakuten Group dropped nearly 8%, and Nissan Autos rose again by over 6%.
TBS HD, NTV HD, etc. (additional) Rating
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Express News | The Japanese stock market opened: the Nikkei 225 Index dropped by 1.43%, and Sony and Ricoh Holdings fell more than 2%.
List of cloud-breaking stocks [Ichimoku Kinko Hyo - List of cloud-breaking stocks]
○ List of stocks that broke through the clouds in the market Code Stock Name Closing Price Leading Span A Leading Span B TSE Main Board <2211> Fujiya 2696 2662 2691.5 <2410> Career DC18611783 1830.5 <2429> World HD 1997 1992 1976 <3116> Toyota Boshoku 1990 1986.25 1931.5 <3154> Broadcasting HD 8298 18.75
Moves to adjust positions ahead of the FOMC results.
The Nikkei average fell for four consecutive trading days, ending at 39,081.71 yen, down 282.97 yen (estimated Volume of 2.1 billion 10 million shares). Selling began on the back of declines in major stock indices in the USA market the previous day. During the mid-morning session, it fell to 39,123.32 yen. However, buying on dips and the stability of US stock Futures in the China market and Extended hours trading led to a rise to 39,382.69 yen by the end of the morning session. However, the results of the US Federal Open Market Committee, which will be revealed early tomorrow Japan time, are on the horizon.
The Nikkei average has fallen for four consecutive days, while Nissan and Mitsubishi Motors have hit the stop-high, but the Index ETF has seen little movement.
On the 17th, the U.S. stock market declined. The Dow Inc average fell by 267.58 points to 43,449.90 dollars, while the Nasdaq closed down 64.83 points at 20,109.06. After opening lower due to high long-term interest rates, it continued to decline. The retail revenue for November, announced in the morning, exceeded market Financial Estimates, and while there has been no change in the view that the Federal Reserve will lower interest rates at the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), it has led to speculation that the pace of rate cuts next year will be gradual.
Honda, Nissan, Mitsubishi merging? Japanese car companies need to band together for warmth.
Nissan is currently mired in financial difficulties, with only 12 to 14 months of Cash / Money Market reserves left, facing pressure from aggressive Shareholders and a huge debt burden, and its stock price has dropped about 39% so far this year; Honda has once again lowered its performance and delivery guidance.
Futu Morning News | The Dow Jones has fallen for nine consecutive days, setting a record for the longest losing streak in 46 years, while the Chinese concept Index rose nearly 2% against the trend; optimism sweeps the market! Bank of America: Investors' a
Goldman Sachs summarized the major trading themes in the US stock market at the end of the year: TMT trading is booming, there is the largest net buying in finance, and hedge funds are aggressively purchasing Consumer stocks; retail sales in the USA exceeded expectations, with strong car purchases and online shopping supporting a thriving market; NVIDIA launched an AI supercomputer priced at only $249, with generative AI performance improving by 1.7 times.
Toyota Motor, Sumitomo Pharma, etc.
*Toyota <7203> ends production of the Lexus 'UX' and focuses on next-generation EVs (Nikkankogyo, page 1) - ○ *Honda <7267> aims to double hybrid vehicle production by 2030, targeting global sales of 1.3 million units per year (Nikkankogyo, page 1) - ○ *Sumitomo Pharma <4506> and Sumitomo Chemicals establish a new company for regenerative and cell medicine, aiming for a scale of 350 billion yen in the late 2030s (Nikkankogyo, page 3) - ○ *Tokyo Gas <9531> signs an agreement with McDonald's to supply renewable energy to 75 stores in the Kanto area (Nikkankogyo, page 3) - ○ *Japan Escon <8892> Mitsubishi Chemicals.
Apple is preparing significant changes to design and format.
Apple is reported to be preparing significant changes in design and format for the "iPhone" and QITABANKUAI products. It is said to aim to revitalize the growth of products that have offered gradual upgrades over the years. Plans seem to include an iPhone thinner than the current model's approximately 8 mm thickness and two foldable devices. <4005> Sumitomo Chemicals <5201> AGC <5802> Sumitomo Electric Industries.
Before the central bank events in Japan and the United States, after a round of buying, there is a stalemate.
The Nikkei average declined for three consecutive trading days, ending at 39,364.68 yen, down 92.81 yen (estimated Volume 1.8 billion 90 million shares). Reflecting the flow of tech stocks being bought in the previous day's USA market, buying led the way, primarily focused on Semiconductors-related stocks. The Nikkei average began to rebound and extended upwards to 39,796.22 yen shortly after the start. However, ahead of events from the USA and Japan central banks, including the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), momentum for aggressive upward movement was limited, and after the buying activity settled, there were adjustments in holdings leading to Sell.
The Nikkei Average has fallen for three consecutive days, with significant declines in Advantest weighing on it.
On the 16th, the US Stocks market was mixed. The Dow Inc average closed down by $110.58 at $43,717.48, while the Nasdaq finished up by 247.17 points at $20,173.89. Following the expectation of additional rate cuts at the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting midweek, the market opened slightly higher. The December services PMI showed a near three-year high and indicated an acceleration in the pace of expansion, which helped to widen the gains, but the Dow Inc average continued to face resistance, resulting in a slight decline.
Express News | Japanese stocks closed: the Nikkei 225 Index fell 0.24%, Advantest dropped over 9%, while SoftBank Group rose over 4% against the trend.