JGC Holdings beat every forecast — then raised its dividend by 40% – Global Corporate News Digest, 14 May 2026

Japanese Chemicals & Engineering — Results

Nippon Shokubai's revenue and profit both fell — but one segment bucked the trend

Mitsui Chemicals earned ¥100 billion but is already targeting ¥105 billion next year

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JGC Holdings beat every forecast — then raised its dividend by 40%

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Global Price Alerts

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Technology & Digital Transformation

KPMG's global tech report says energy companies are all-in on AI — but governance is broken

Automotive & Materials

Mitsui Chemicals is showcasing 20-plus innovations at the 2026 automotive expo — here's what to watch