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In this first of a series of articles examining the FashionTech scene in Japan, Euromonitor International looks at BtoB start-up companies operating in manufacturing and their impact on the Japanese apparel and footwear market. Japanese apparel and footwear market is set to shrink

In this first of a series of articles examining the FashionTech scene in Japan, Euromonitor International looks at BtoB start-up companies operating in manufacturing and their impact on the Japanese apparel and footwear market. Japanese apparel and footwear market is set to shrink 

Can Tech Save The Declining Japanese Apparel Industry? FashionTech Series (1/3)

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<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/profiles/25" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="accounts:25">Travis Lundy</a> recently commented on the newly announced share buyback at <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/31" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:31:1">Rakuten (4755 JP)</a>. The stock duly surged, rising 8.5% the day after. We see the buyback however it is accomplished, as a positive.<ul><li>
The buyback aligns Rakuten more closely with market dynamics: Corporate Japan is focused on boosting returns on equity and share buybacks have been a powerful tool in accomplishing that. Investors have generally rewarded companies that have done this. Until now, Rakuten has been moving in the…</li></ul>

Travis Lundy recently commented on the newly announced share buyback at Rakuten (4755 JP). The stock duly surged, rising 8.5% the day after. We see the buyback however it is accomplished, as a positive.
The buyback aligns Rakuten more closely with market dynamics: Corporate Japan is focused on boosting returns on equity and share buybacks have been a powerful tool in accomplishing that. Investors have generally rewarded companies that have done this. Until now, Rakuten has been moving in the…

Rakuten's Share Buyback Offsets Their Disappointing Results.

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Softbank reported in line third-quarter fiscal 2016 (quarter ending December 2016) results with revenue down 0.6%, operating profit up 71% and net income up 285%, compared with negative 0.2%, positive 3.5% and 80% rises in the first half respectively. No management guidance was provided for fiscal 2016 and we broadly maintain our existing forecasts with our fair value estimate growing to JPY 7,500 per share from JPY 6,800 per share due mainly to our increased fair value of <a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/787" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:787:1">Alibaba Group Holding</a>…

Softbank reported in line third-quarter fiscal 2016 (quarter ending December 2016) results with revenue down 0.6%, operating profit up 71% and net income up 285%, compared with negative 0.2%, positive 3.5% and 80% rises in the first half respectively. No management guidance was provided for fiscal 2016 and we broadly maintain our existing forecasts with our fair value estimate growing to JPY 7,500 per share from JPY 6,800 per share due mainly to our increased fair value of Alibaba Group Holding…

Softbank Result in Line; FVE Raised to JPY 7,500 Due to Increased Alibaba Value

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<li>It’s much harder for computers to learn simple inference than a human brain, but once neural network software is ‘trained’ it can apply the lessons far more reliably and cheaply.</li>
<li>Ever faster processors, ‘deep learning’ algorithms and unprecedented amounts of tagged online data have allowed AI to challenge human accuracy in image and voice recognition and translation.</li>
<li>Recent applications include cataloguing images, assessing insurance claims, interpreting medical scans and legal documents and…</li>
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It’s much harder for computers to learn simple inference than a human brain, but once neural network software is ‘trained’ it can apply the lessons far more reliably and cheaply.
Ever faster processors, ‘deep learning’ algorithms and unprecedented amounts of tagged online data have allowed AI to challenge human accuracy in image and voice recognition and translation.
Recent applications include cataloguing images, assessing insurance claims, interpreting medical scans and legal documents and…


Rise of the Machines: The AI Arms Race…

<a href="https://www.smartkarma.com/entities/19603" target="_blank" data-smartkarma-citation="entities:19603:1">Yahoo Japan (4689 JP)</a> delivered stronger than expected 3Q16/17 results on an unexpected acceleration of advertising revenue growth and continued market share expansion in eCommerce. In particular, monetization of the B2C eCommerce platform stepped up in 3Q with ad revenue doubling from a year ago as the take-rate moved from around 3% to 4%. Investors have been worried that competition from alternative platforms could squeeze growth in ad sales but, in fact, growth rates are expanding. This was a…

Yahoo Japan (4689 JP) delivered stronger than expected 3Q16/17 results on an unexpected acceleration of advertising revenue growth and continued market share expansion in eCommerce. In particular, monetization of the B2C eCommerce platform stepped up in 3Q with ad revenue doubling from a year ago as the take-rate moved from around 3% to 4%. Investors have been worried that competition from alternative platforms could squeeze growth in ad sales but, in fact, growth rates are expanding. This was a…

Yahoo Japan Delivers Solid Ad Revenue Growth in 3Q16/17. The Outlook Remains Positive.

Japan

USEN-NEXT HOLDINGS Co.,Ltd. provides network information services. The Company provides video contents distribution, music contents distribution, and other services. USEN-NEXT HOLDINGS also provides internet agency, mobile communication, and other services.

Stream Media Corporation provides management of artists events and medias. The Company manages activities of Korean artists in Japan, and plans and organizes activities including their music and appearances at events, official mobile sites,  fan club sites, and others in commercials. Stream Media also provides Korean channel broadcasting services,

OKINAWA CELLULAR TELEPHONE COMPANY provides cellular and car phone services in Okinawa Prefecture.  The Company also sells cellular phones and accessories.

ARTERIA Networks Corporation provides telecommunication services. The Company offers internet connection, virtual private network construction, colocation, mobile connection, mobile device management, optical fiber network construction, and other services.

Vision Inc. provides a variety of telecommunication services, including fixed-line telecom, wireless telecom and wifi services. The company also provides distribution and lease service of office equipments and communications equipments.

FreeBit Co., Ltd. provides Internet connectivity outsourcing services for Internet service providers.  The Company also offers ubiquitous networking environment.  FreeBit provides consulting services for Internet related businesses as well.

Japan Communications Inc. provides telecommunication services to corporate clients.  The Company also provides wireless high-speed internet access mainly to consumers.

Broadmedia Corporation provides broadband service, CDN (contents delivery network), and media contents belonging to Softbank broadcasting. Broadmedia also markets game on demand service.

BroadBand Tower, Inc. operates Internet data centers to provide space services and Internet connectivity services.  The Company also distributes video contents on the Internet.

FORVAL TELECOM, INC. is a telecommunication services reseller, and provides discount international and domestic telephone and cellular phone services for the business and private sectors.  The Company also sells prepaid telephone cards and calling card services, and also does network and systems consulting.

Snap Inc. provides technology and social media services. The Company develops mobile camera application products and services that allow users to send and receive photos, drawings, text, and videos. Snap serves customers worldwide.

CAR Group Limited operates as a digital marketplace for vehicles. The Company provides a diversified portfolio of brands to sell and buy cars. CAR Group serves customers worldwide.

Match Group, Inc. is a dating service provider. The Company offers diverse portfolio of apps and services which enables connections across the spectrum of age, race, gender, sexual orientation, and backgrounds. Match Group serves customers worldwide.

Pinterest, Inc. operates and maintains social networking site. The Company provides online venue for personal photos, ideas, oddities, decorations, places to visit, recipes, and other items. Pinterest serves customers worldwide.

IAC Inc operates as a holding company. The Company, through its subsidiaries, provides media and Internet services. IAC serves customers worldwide.

Domain Holdings Australia Limited offers multi-platform property solutions. The Company operates an online portal that delivers property marketing solutions for residential, new development, and commercial properties. Domain Holdings Australia serves buyers, sellers, renters, and investors in Australia.

EverQuote, Inc. operates as an Internet based marketing firm. The Company, through its platform, enables consumers to connect with auto insurance carriers and agents to meet their auto insurance needs. EverQuote serves customers in the United States.

Hello Group Inc. operates as a mobile-based social networking platform. The Company enables users to establish and expand social relationships based on location and interests. Hello Group operates out of the Peoples Republic of China.

World Wrestling Entertainment, Inc. operates as a media and entertainment company. The Company offers live wrestling events, television programming, music publishing, advertising, licensing, and home video streaming services. World Wrestling distributes its programs worldwide in various languages.

Fox Corporation operates as an entertainment company. The Company produces and licenses news, sports, and entertainment content for distribution through cable television systems, direct broadcast satellite operators, telecommunications companies, and online video distributors. Fox also manages broadcast studios, theaters, editing bays, sound stages, and other production facilities.

LY Corporation operates as an internet search engine "Yahoo! JAPAN". The Company provides electronic commerce and settlement finance services for small medium enterprises and individuals. LY also operates media business including search linked advertising and display advertising services.

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Can Tech Save The Declining Japanese Apparel Industry? FashionTech Series (1/3)

In this first of a series of articles examining the FashionTech scene in Japan, Euromonitor International looks at BtoB start-up companies...

Euromonitor International Ltd.

Softbank Result in Line; FVE Raised to JPY 7,500 Due to Increased Alibaba Value

Softbank reported in line third-quarter fiscal 2016 (quarter ending December 2016) results with revenue down 0.6%, operating profit up 71% and net...

Morningstar, Inc.

Rise of the Machines: The AI Arms Race…

It’s much harder for computers to learn simple inference than a human brain, but once neural network software is ‘trained’ it can apply the...

Sean Maher

Yahoo Japan Delivers Solid Ad Revenue Growth in 3Q16/17. The Outlook Remains Positive.

Yahoo Japan (4689 JP) delivered stronger than expected 3Q16/17 results on an unexpected acceleration of advertising revenue growth and continued...

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Can Tech Save The Declining Japanese Apparel Industry? FashionTech Series (1/3)

In this first of a series of articles examining the FashionTech scene in Japan, Euromonitor International looks at BtoB start-up companies...

Euromonitor International Ltd.

Rakuten's Share Buyback Offsets Their Disappointing Results.

Travis Lundy recently commented on the newly announced share buyback at Rakuten (4755 JP). The stock duly surged, rising 8.5% the day after. We see...

New Street Research

Softbank Result in Line; FVE Raised to JPY 7,500 Due to Increased Alibaba Value

Softbank reported in line third-quarter fiscal 2016 (quarter ending December 2016) results with revenue down 0.6%, operating profit up 71% and net...

Morningstar, Inc.

Rise of the Machines: The AI Arms Race…

It’s much harder for computers to learn simple inference than a human brain, but once neural network software is ‘trained’ it can apply the...

Sean Maher

Yahoo Japan Delivers Solid Ad Revenue Growth in 3Q16/17. The Outlook Remains Positive.

Yahoo Japan (4689 JP) delivered stronger than expected 3Q16/17 results on an unexpected acceleration of advertising revenue growth and continued...

New Street Research