Daily Brief Japan: Food & Life Cos , Japan Airport Terminal Co, Terra Drone, TSE Tokyo Price Index TOPIX, Horiifoodservice, Punch Industry, First Corp, Umenoyado Brewery, GameWith Inc, Gremz Inc and more

• Three weeks ago, I published my “final expected list” for the Nikkei 225 Sep26 Rebal. This used the new Industry/Sector created, following the Guidebook. 
• I had looked at the language of the consultation and the language and made an assumption. 
• Developments since then warrant a second look, and an exploration into what MIGHT BE possible. 

• Physical capacity at Haneda Airport is structurally capped at approximately 490,000 slots per year, forcing Japan Airport Terminal (JAT) to pivot from volume-driven expansion to a qualitative growth model under its FY2026–FY2030 Medium-Term Management Plan.
• The $350 million secondary offering announced on August 24, 2026, marks a massive cross-shareholding unwind by commercial banks and minor corporate partners; JAT’s simultaneous 15 billion Yen share buyback (scheduled for October 2026–March 2027) is a defensive mechanism to absorb the resulting supply shock, only covering roughly 35% of the offered shares.
• While JAT captures high margins on wholesale domestic products and souvenirs, its bargaining power with global luxury conglomerates remains structurally constrained; luxury houses dictate low concession commission rates (typically around 20-30%) and control product allocation, leveraging the threat of shifting demand to downtown tax-free districts or neighboring regional hubs like Incheon or Singapore.

• Terra Drone has invested in its two Ukrainian partners, turning them into consolidated subsidiaries. It can now be regarded as an active participant in the Ukraine war.
• The company remains in the red, but the bonds with warrants issue made in July should cover capital spending through January 2030. By then, it should break even. 
• At ¥14,050, the shares are approaching their May high. As a result of the financing, the PBR has dropped from 29X to 7X,

• As cross-shareholding structure begins to break down and concerns grow over the influence of activist investors, an increasing number of companies are introducing shareholder benefits to win over individual shareholders.
• Some believe that having more individual investors not only helps limit declines—particularly during market downturns—but also lowers the cost of capital. However, it’s unclear whether shareholder benefits are effective.
• Retail investors aren’t the only diverse investors. Institutional investors also engage in a variety of investment strategies, and repurchasing treasury stock is an effective way to reduce stock price volatility.

Key points (machine generated)

• Hori Food Service reported significant revenue and profit growth for the interim period of the fiscal year ending November 2026.
• The company, established in 1983 and operating 79 stores, was acquired by City Creation Holdings in September 2024, prompting management reforms.
• Hori Food Service’s management model emphasizes optimizing store formats and locations, with a focus on targeted marketing and stabilizing revenue through its flagship format ‘Kakurean Shinobuya.’

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• Punch Industry, established in 1975, is a leading manufacturer of mold components specializing in ejector pins, sprue bushes, punches, dies, and die set guides.
• The company holds the top market share for custom mold components in Japan and China, supported by a robust production system with over 2,000 pieces of equipment.
• Punch Industry serves around 6,000 customers in Japan and approximately 8,000 in China, demonstrating extensive reach and technical expertise.

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• First Corporation, a contractor in Tokyo, saw revenue decline but achieved record profits for FY ending May 2026.
• The company uses the ‘Zou-chuu method’ for efficient operations and strong safety and quality management, leading to repeat business.
• Their long-term vision, ‘First VISION 2031,’ has two phases: the first focuses on solidifying foundations from May 2026 to May 2028.

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• Umenoyado Sake Brewery, established in 1893, is a major sake producer listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, focusing on sake-based liqueurs.
• For the fiscal year ending June 2026, the company reported a 15.1% sales increase to 3.091 billion yen and a 33.6% growth in net profit to 322 million yen.
• Umenoyado holds a 16.7% share of the domestic liqueur market, benefiting from strong domestic and international demand, with overseas sales making up 25% of total revenue.

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• GameWith returned to profitability for the fiscal year ending May 2026 and plans to enter an investment phase next year.
• The company has been expanding internationally since 2018, targeting English and traditional Chinese-speaking markets.
• GameWith operates in four segments: Media, Esports & Entertainment, ISP, and Other (New) Business, including NFT game operations.

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• Grems, Inc. is a Tokyo Stock Exchange-listed company specializing in energy-related products and services.
• In FY3/26, Grems reported a 1.8% increase in net sales and a 10% rise in operating profit, leading to a raised annual dividend of ¥85 per share.
• For FY3/27, the company projects a 9.5% increase in net sales and a 10.5% increase in operating profit, with plans to raise the dividend to ¥93 per share.

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