Hideo Arimura

Department stores during the New Year holiday looked quite busy, reflecting the recovery in consumer spending. Companies that sell high- read more

Department stores during the New Year holiday looked quite busy, reflecting the recovery in consumer spending. Companies that sell high- quality goods, such as Isetan, are good picks.

Technology stocks were bought as some news, like that about Toshiba today, surprised investors who weren't expecting much from the read more

Technology stocks were bought as some news, like that about Toshiba today, surprised investors who weren't expecting much from the industry.

Department stores during the New Year holiday looked quite busy, reflecting the recovery in consumer spending. Companies that sell high-quality read more

Department stores during the New Year holiday looked quite busy, reflecting the recovery in consumer spending. Companies that sell high-quality goods, such as Isetan, are good picks.

TDK faces a long-term struggle to get orders and take back market share, which they will probably lose because of read more

TDK faces a long-term struggle to get orders and take back market share, which they will probably lose because of Seagate's acquisition.

Speculation about an end to interest rate rises is strengthening more than ever. The central bank's minutes prompted buying of read more

Speculation about an end to interest rate rises is strengthening more than ever. The central bank's minutes prompted buying of electronics makers today.