Japanese Industries Compared

Share prices are an equal-weighted average of member companies' split-adjusted closes, for reference. Plans compare the sum of company forecasts with last year's results; upward revisions compare the latest forecast with the first one for the year.

Industry	Major companies	Companies	Revenue	YoY	Margin	Plan	Shares 1Y	Avg salary	Revenue trend
AutomotiveCompanies engaged in manufacturing and sales of automobiles and transportation equipment		29	¥132.6T	+3.0%	4.3%	+2.1%	−1.8%	¥7.58M
Trading CompanyA group of companies that handle a wide range of goods and services, mediating domestic and international transactions. Active in diverse fields such as resources, energy, food, and textiles.		9	¥79.3T	+2.3%	5.8%	+8.0%	+39.2%	¥15.8M
ElectronicsDiversified electronics companies manufacturing and selling electronic and electrical equipment		59	¥74.1T	+5.7%	10.6%	+22.9%	+15.4%	¥8.19M
BankingMega banks and regional banks providing deposit, lending, and payment services		49	¥51.3T	+8.3%	17.1%	+23.5%	+67.8%	¥8.32M
Construction & Real EstateAn industry encompassing the construction of housing and infrastructure, along with urban development and real estate management.		61	¥50.8T	+6.1%	10.1%	+1.5%	+3.4%	¥9.86M
RetailRetail companies selling consumer goods		56	¥44.7T	+7.8%	6.3%	+11.2%	+3.5%	¥6.63M
ChemicalIndustry that manufactures and sells chemical products. Handles a wide range of products from basic chemicals to high-performance materials.		60	¥40.2T	−0.4%	8.8%	+24.1%	+24.8%	¥8.20M
Telecom & InvestmentCompanies engaged in telecommunications services and technology investments		7	¥35.5T	+6.6%	28.4%	+5.0%	−3.4%	¥9.72M
Electric Power & GasInfrastructure industry involved in the supply of electricity and gas and the operation of energy infrastructure.		19	¥32.1T	−4.9%	7.8%	−17.6%	+12.2%	¥8.40M
Food & BeverageThe industry that manufactures and sells food and beverages. Provides products essential to people's lives.		39	¥30.4T	+4.4%	7.7%	+12.3%	+16.4%	¥8.13M
FinanceThe industry that provides financial services such as banking, insurance, and securities.		15	¥28.4T	+6.9%	12.5%	−3.6%	+5.6%	¥8.91M
Specialized Trading CompanyAn industry specializing in the wholesale, import/export, and logistics of specific products or sectors, leveraging deep expertise and unique supply networks.		35	¥27.4T	+6.2%	3.0%	+11.0%	+24.7%	¥8.34M
TransportationA key industry supporting social infrastructure by transporting passengers and freight via rail, road, sea, and air.		30	¥26.2T	+4.2%	10.5%	+2.1%	+6.8%	¥7.43M
Energy & ResourcesIndustry involved in the exploration, development, and production of underground resources such as oil, natural gas, and coal, as well as the supply of renewable energy.		8	¥25.8T	−7.5%	7.9%	+10.3%	+33.4%	¥9.84M
MachineryAn industry that supports global infrastructure by manufacturing and supplying various industrial machinery, including construction, HVAC, and production equipment.		54	¥23.7T	+4.8%	9.6%	+14.5%	+14.9%	¥7.70M
InsuranceThe industry providing protection and compensation services against future risks through life and non-life insurance products.		6	¥23.4T	+4.0%	4.7%	+3.4%	+21.3%	¥9.92M
PharmaceuticalAn industry that conducts research and development, manufacturing, and sales of pharmaceuticals. Contributes to maintaining and improving people's health.		24	¥19.8T	+5.0%	13.9%	+12.2%	+10.9%	¥9.57M
SteelA core industry that produces steel materials from iron ore, providing essential materials for various sectors including automotive, construction, and shipbuilding.		15	¥19.6T	+4.2%	3.5%	+71.1%	+6.9%	¥8.23M
Heavy IndustryAn industry that manufactures large-scale equipment and products such as steel, shipbuilding, machinery, and plants. Plays a role as a key industry for the nation.		7	¥18.4T	+6.9%	8.0%	+18.6%	−13.0%	¥8.69M
Other ServicesA group of companies that provide services specialized in various fields. Includes human resources, education, and consulting.		19	¥17.5T	+1.4%	11.4%	+21.1%	+18.3%	¥6.94M
Consumer ElectronicsA group of companies that develop, manufacture, and sell electronic devices used in the home. Includes game consoles, AV equipment, and home appliances.		6	¥17.3T	+8.1%	7.4%	+5.5%	+14.7%	¥7.50M
Non-ferrous MetalsAn industry involved in smelting and processing non-ferrous metals such as copper, aluminum, and nickel, providing essential materials for various sectors including electronics, automotive, and construction.		14	¥10.4T	+8.5%	8.9%	+28.8%	+42.2%	¥7.89M
Rubber ProductsIndustry manufacturing rubber products such as tires, belts, and hoses, with deep ties to the automotive and construction machinery sectors.		6	¥8.7T	+3.0%	9.2%	+23.1%	+13.3%	¥7.01M
Semiconductor EquipmentCompanies developing and manufacturing semiconductor production equipment and test systems		15	¥8.3T	+15.6%	31.3%	+79.4%	+26.0%	¥10.5M
EntertainmentProvides recreational content and services such as games, movies, toys, and amusement. The source of competitiveness lies in the creation and multi-faceted development of intellectual property (IP).		26	¥8.1T	+8.9%	13.5%	+2.1%	+0.3%	¥9.08M
IT ServicesIndustry that supports corporate system development, maintenance, operations, cloud services, and digital transformation (DX) initiatives.		31	¥7.7T	+10.2%	14.5%	+29.6%	+4.6%	¥8.73M
SecuritiesAn industry that provides brokerage for stocks and bonds, underwriting services for corporate fundraising, and investment trust management.		13	¥7.0T	+3.9%	13.8%	+29.6%	+20.4%	¥10.9M
Glass & CeramicsAn industry involved in manufacturing and processing inorganic materials such as glass, cement, ceramics, and carbon products.		17	¥6.9T	+2.4%	10.0%	+13.9%	+25.4%	¥7.82M
Pulp & PaperThe industry focuses on wood resource management, pulp production, and processing paper, cardboard, and sanitary products. Key trends include developing sustainable materials as plastic alternatives.		7	¥6.0T	+0.0%	2.7%	+23.8%	+24.7%	¥7.25M	-
Plant EngineeringIndustry focused on the integrated Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) of industrial facilities for energy and chemical production.		6	¥6.0T	+6.0%	9.0%	+6.5%	+9.8%	¥9.64M	-
Precision InstrumentsAn industry focused on manufacturing products that require advanced technology and precise processing and assembly, such as watches, optical equipment, and measuring instruments.		18	¥5.8T	+1.3%	5.5%	+25.9%	+37.2%	¥8.26M
LeasingAn industry providing financing and management for diverse assets such as real estate, aircraft, and renewable energy, centered on lease transactions to support capital investment.		5	¥5.7T	+11.2%	8.6%	+20.6%	+13.0%	¥9.28M
Marine TransportationGlobal shipping services using vessels for cargo and passengers, including containers, bulk carriers, and tankers.		5	¥5.6T	−3.1%	6.8%	+8.5%	+57.0%	¥13.7M
Food ServiceAn industry that operates restaurant chains, fast-food outlets, and cafes, providing meals and hospitality services to consumers.		25	¥5.4T	+10.9%	6.4%	+19.4%	+20.4%	¥6.59M	-
Metal ProductsIndustry involved in processing metal to manufacture products or components such as cans, containers, construction materials, screws, and tools.		11	¥5.3T	+0.0%	6.2%	+7.4%	+4.4%	¥7.54M
Air TransportationIndustry involved in the air transportation of passengers and cargo via domestic and international networks.		3	¥4.8T	+11.5%	9.8%	−21.6%	+12.1%	¥8.49M
Internet ServicesIndustry providing online platforms such as e-commerce, portals, social media, and mobile applications.		12	¥4.5T	+9.1%	6.0%	+2.7%	−3.6%	¥8.20M
Medical EquipmentIndustry involved in developing and manufacturing precision medical devices, consumables, and regenerative medicine products used in diagnosis and treatment.		10	¥4.2T	+4.0%	11.4%	+32.8%	+6.5%	¥8.52M
Household ProductsIndustry involved in the manufacturing and sale of daily consumables such as diapers, sanitary products, detergents, and toiletries.		6	¥3.5T	+1.2%	6.4%	+13.9%	+12.1%	¥7.66M
PrintingAn industry providing a wide range of processing and information technologies, from traditional paper printing to packaging, electronic components, and digital services.		3	¥3.5T	+4.3%	5.3%	+11.4%	+16.8%	¥8.23M
SemiconductorThe industry focused on the design, development, and manufacturing of semiconductor devices, providing microcontrollers, logic, and analog ICs for various applications.		9	¥3.4T	+0.7%	10.5%	+82.9%	+22.3%	¥7.82M
Human ResourcesIndustry providing employment-related services including recruitment, staffing, HR consulting, and job advertising media.		11	¥2.7T	+3.2%	6.3%	−0.9%	+4.4%	¥6.55M
FisheryAn industry involved in the catching, farming, processing, and distribution of seafood products. Key factors include sustainable resource management and advanced processing technology.		3	¥2.4T	+4.6%	3.5%	+5.1%	+1.3%	¥8.49M	-
Apparel & FashionIndustry focused on the design, manufacturing, wholesale, and retail of clothing and fashion accessories.		9	¥2.3T	+8.4%	6.8%	+10.3%	−4.4%	¥6.01M
Advertising & MarketingAn industry responsible for overall communication strategies such as advertising, media planning, digital marketing, and PR.		2	¥2.3T	−2.9%	1.9%	-	+25.3%	¥13.4M	-
Sports & Leisure EquipmentIndustry involved in the manufacturing and sale of equipment and supplies for sports and leisure, such as bicycle parts and fishing gear.		8	¥2.2T	+9.8%	11.3%	+25.5%	+1.9%	¥7.17M
Other ManufacturingAn industry segment comprising companies that manufacture a wide variety of consumer and industrial goods not classified into specific sectors.		10	¥2.0T	+4.5%	9.2%	+1.5%	+16.4%	¥7.42M
Leisure & TourismIndustry providing services related to leisure and tourism, including theme parks, amusement parks, travel, and lodging.		8	¥2.0T	+7.8%	15.1%	+8.7%	+0.1%	¥6.07M
Security ServicesIndustry providing safety and peace of mind through electronic and physical security, fire protection, and disaster prevention systems.		2	¥1.9T	+5.8%	11.2%	+6.7%	+21.9%	¥6.39M	-
Warehousing & LogisticsAn industry responsible for storage, cargo handling, packaging, distribution, and international freight forwarding, serving as critical infrastructure for SCM optimization.		7	¥1.6T	+3.9%	8.0%	+4.8%	+16.3%	¥7.29M	-
TextileAn industry engaged in the manufacturing and development of various fiber-based products, ranging from apparel textiles to high-performance materials for aerospace and industrial use.		6	¥1.6T	−7.6%	-0.3%	−13.2%	+11.6%	¥6.83M	-
CosmeticsIndustry involved in the development, manufacture, and sale of beauty products including skincare, makeup, and fragrances.		5	¥1.6T	−0.7%	1.4%	+8.6%	+19.3%	¥7.48M	-
Musical InstrumentsIndustry focused on manufacturing and selling musical instruments, professional and consumer audio equipment, and sound-related components.		2	¥566.3B	+0.8%	6.8%	+35.7%	+19.4%	¥7.48M	-
Healthcare ITAn industry providing solutions to promote digitalization in the medical field, including platforms for healthcare professionals, electronic medical records, and telemedicine.		3	¥438.6B	+23.2%	19.7%	+9.5%	−10.2%	¥7.72M	-
ConsultingAn industry providing professional advice and implementation support for management issues, strategy, operational improvement, and IT adoption.		7	¥339.3B	+13.2%	26.3%	+23.5%	+11.1%	¥13.7M	-
CybersecurityIndustry providing software and services to protect the security of computers, networks, and data.		2	¥286.8B	+1.5%	21.8%	−20.4%	−18.3%	¥8.00M	-
ShipbuildingIndustry involved in the design, construction, and repair of vessels. Manufactures various ships including cargo carriers and tankers, supporting global logistics.		1	¥159.0B	-	17.7%	-	−24.3%	¥6.90M	-
FintechAn industry that provides innovative financial services such as payments, remittances, and lending by integrating finance and technology.		3	¥158.1B	+19.2%	20.0%	+20.6%	−11.6%	¥9.10M	-
AgricultureAn industry supporting agricultural production through the development, production, and sale of seeds and other farming inputs.		1	¥104.3B	-	12.6%	-	+6.6%	¥7.29M	-

Revenue and operating profit are totals of each company's latest full-year results; margin is total operating profit ÷ total revenue. YoY compares companies with prior-year figures. Plan is the YoY change in companies' combined operating profit forecasts; Shares 1Y is the equal-weighted change (reference). Revenue trend totals the same companies across years.