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Iwatani Corporation

NCMI Welcomes Japanese Investment in Rare Earth Project

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Toyota Tsusho, Eurus Energy, and Iwatani have announced plans for an onsite low-carbon hydrogen production project at Aichi Steel's Chita Plant in Tokai, Aichi Prefecture. Certified by Japan's Ministry of Economy, the project aims to utilize renewable electricity for hydrogen production and is set to begin operations around 2030. It will be supported by a government subsidy to address cost challenges associated with hydrogen adoption.

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Toyota Motor Corp.

Toyota Tsusho, Eurus Energy, and Iwatani Announce Plans for Onsite Low-Carbon Hydrogen Production Project at Aichi Steel

Cosmo Energy Holdings Co. Ltd. issued a correction regarding the voting rights of its affiliated companies, specifically updating Iwatani Corporation's voting rights from 21.33% to 21.28%. This correction, dated August 21, 2025, clarifies the company's affiliations and their implications for corporate governance. The original document was published by Cosmo Energy Holdings on the same date.

Cosmo Energy Holdings Issues Correction on Voting Rights of Affiliated Companies

Iwatani Corporation reported a 4.5% increase in net sales for Q1 FY25, totaling ¥206.353 billion. However, profit attributable to owners fell by 53.4% to ¥4.724 billion, with operating profit down 23.7% to ¥6.420 billion. For FY26, the company forecasts net sales of ¥936.4 billion, a 6.0% increase, and expects profit attributable to owners to rise by 20.6% to ¥48.8 billion.

Iwatani Corporation Reports 4.5% Increase in Net Sales for 1Q FY25, Profit Attributable to Owners Down 53.4%, EPS at ¥212.05

Iwatani Corporation reported a 4.1% increase in net sales for FY24, totaling 883.011 billion yen, while profit attributable to owners fell by 6.9% to 40.448 billion yen. Operating profit decreased by 8.7% to 46.228 billion yen. For FY25, the company forecasts a 6.0% rise in net sales to 936.4 billion yen and a 20.6% increase in profit attributable to owners to 48.8 billion yen. Iwatani's "PLAN27" aims for a dividend payout ratio of 20% or higher by FY2027.

Iwatani Corporation Reports 4.1% Increase in Net Sales for FY24, Profit Attributable to Owners Down 6.9%

Iwatani Corporation (TSE:8088) has a low P/E ratio of 5.7x, suggesting it may be undervalued compared to the Japanese market. Despite a strong earnings growth of 40% last year and a 69% rise in EPS over three years, analysts predict only 1.2% growth for the next year, below the market's 9.9%. This outlook contributes to the low P/E, as investors are cautious about future performance. Additionally, there are two warning signs for potential investors to consider before making decisions.

Simplywall

Iwatani Corporation's (TSE:8088) Prospects Need A Boost To Lift Shares

Namibia Critical Metals Inc. (NCMI) has welcomed JOGMEC and Iwatani Corporation's investment of up to 110 million euros in the Caremag rare earth separation project. NCMI also provided updates on its Lofdal Dysprosium-Terbium Project, highlighting progress in value engineering aimed at reducing operational costs. Key initiatives include increasing feed grade, updating mine schedules, and enhancing water and power supply solutions. The project is strategically positioned to address supply chain disruptions in the rare earth sector, particularly for dysprosium and terbium.

StockTitan

NCMI Applauds JOGMEC investment into Rare Earth Separation and Provides Update on Accelerated Value Engineering at Lofdal Dysprosium-Terbium Project | NMREF Stock News