(Note: This is s micro-cap stock) Why have AI related stocks underperformed the broader markets in general? I can’t figure it out so have asked many experienced investors who have said in unison: AI applications are company/project/situation specific, thus, not scalable. The un-scalable operations tend to lead to small volume and small profits. Then, if …
EDGE Technology (Ticker 4268) – Scalable and Flexible AI Read More »
Warning: Do you think NFT, Crypto and DAO are simply the hypes and fads? Do they remind you of the Dutch tulip bubble in the 16th century? If so, I am afraid that you will not find this blog useful. The two mainlines of Kushim (“Kushim” or the “Company”) have been 1) the training of …
Kushim (formerly iStudy) (Ticker 2345) – Pivoting from losses to profits! Read More »
You may disapprove of uttering the words “business” and “dying” in one breath. However, a proper handling of the deceased costs money and Asukanet offers many cost savings by digitizing funeral procedures. Asukanet (“Asukanet” or “the Company”) is a provider of personal and commercial photo publishing, memorial photographs for funeral parlors and aerial imaging services. …
Asukanet Co., Ltd (Ticker 2438) – Business of dying is changing in Japan. Read More »
I have drawn your attention to Gunosy back in 1/22 with a tag line of “It’s a BNPL (Buy Now Pay Later) stock, not just the 2nd best SmartNews”. Gunosy is a provider of news curation service, but has gained the exposure to the BNPL industry exposure through its $20 MM investment in India’s fast …
Gunosy Inc. (Ticker – 6047) – Up 16% over 3/22-3/24/22 Read More »
(GRCS stands for Governance, Risk, Compliance and Security) A well-panned GRC strategy affords a company many benefits: fast and effective decision making, improved and targeted IT investments and better cooperation among divisions. It is increasingly important that the companies effectively manage and leverage on risks to grow while adhering to rapidly changing compliance environments. However, …
If you have a chance to ask management team of Japanese companies “what is one of many challenges you face?”, many will reply as follows: “We can’t hire workers whom we need to grow with!” Here comes Aidma to rescue! Who is Aidma Holdings? Aidma Holdings (“Aidma” or the “company”) supports marketing and operations …
Aidma Holdings (Ticker 7373) – Solution to Labor shortage Read More »
Forewarning: I don’t need to remind you that the escalation of the conflict between Russia and Ukraine and the Western sanctions against Russia have raised concerns about supply shortages caused by the inability to export Russian-made non-ferrous metals products, prompting prices of non-ferrous metals, crude oil and natural gas to rise. Against this backdrop, Dowa’s …
Dowa Holdings Co., Ltd. (Ticker 5714) – One Stop Energy Play in Japan Read More »
Founded in Aichi Prefecture (where Toyota head office is located) in 2002, the sales outlets of GOODSPEED (“GS” or the “company”) are dedicated to sales of used SUVs (Sports Utility Vehicles), Minivans, and imported cars. This SUV specialization drives (!) the investment thesis for GS. Used car industry in Japan presents an interesting investment opportunity. …
GOODSPEED Co., LTD. (ticker 7676) – SUV? Got to be GOODSPEED Read More »
Loadstar Capital (“Loadstar” and the “Company”) operates through the following business divisions: 1. Corporate Funding: handles real estate investment and leasing. 2. Asset Management and Brokerage: manage real estate properties and consulting for the clients. 3. Crowdfunding: operation of “OwnersBook” which enables real estate companies to fund their own real estate transactions. With just announced …
Loadstar Capital (Ticker –3482 ) – Promoting Democratization of Real Estate Investment Read More »
Decollte Holdings (“DE” and the “company”) is engaged in management of photo studio business that provides Photo Weddings and various anniversary photo services, and fitness business. With a solid Q1 for FYE 9/22 behind them, the company is on its way to achieve its full year sales goal of 20% increase over 2021 sales level. …
Decollte Holdings (Ticker – 7372) – Supporting Family Creation Read More »