TOKYO -- One in five Japanese listed companies reported record profits for the first fiscal half that ran from April to September, despite economic headwinds, a Nikkei tally shows.
Despite headwinds, 20% of listed companies reach new heights in first-half earnings
Sanrio's Hello Kitty character celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024, helping to boost licensing revenue. © AP
TOKYO -- One in five Japanese listed companies reported record profits for the first fiscal half that ran from April to September, despite economic headwinds, a Nikkei tally shows.