Baillie Gifford Japan Trust PLC

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Baillie Gifford Shin Nippon (LON:BGS) shares reached a new 52-week high of GBX 154.83, closing at GBX 154.20 with a trading volume of 596,524 shares. The company has a market cap of £308.50 million, a P/E ratio of 30.90, and reported earnings of GBX 0.77 per share for the last quarter. Analysts currently rate the stock as a Hold, suggesting it may not be the best buy compared to other recommended stocks.

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Baillie Gifford Shin Nippon (LON:BGS) Reaches New 52-Week High  - Time to Buy?

The Baillie Gifford Japan Trust (LON:BGFD) reached a new 52-week high of GBX 962, closing at GBX 959.32, up 2.5% with a market cap of £661.50 million. The company reported GBX 3.03 EPS for the last quarter, with a return on equity of 19.34% and a net margin of 158.45%. The Trust focuses on long-term capital growth through investments in medium to smaller-sized Japanese companies. Analysts currently rate it as a Hold, suggesting other stocks may be better buys.

The Baillie Gifford Japan Trust (LON:BGFD) Hits New 1-Year High  - Here's What Happened

AVI Japan Opportunity Trust PLC received strong shareholder support at its AGM on May 5, 2026, with all resolutions passed. Shareholders approved the annual reports, a final dividend of 0.60p per share, and the re-election of directors. The meeting also endorsed the reappointment of BDO LLP as auditor and authorized the board to manage capital flexibly, including issuing new shares and making market purchases. This trust focuses on Japanese equities, aiming to unlock shareholder value through active governance.

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AVI Japan Opportunity Trust Wins Strong Shareholder Backing at AGM

Baillie Gifford Shin Nippon (LON:BGS) shares fell below their 50-day moving average of GBX 141.89, trading as low as GBX 137.80, and last at GBX 139.89, down 0.5%. The stock has a market cap of £287.74 million, a PE ratio of 55.07, and a beta of 0.89. The company reported GBX 0.77 EPS for the last quarter with revenue of GBX 705 million. Analysts currently rate the stock as a Hold, but suggest other stocks may be better investments.

Baillie Gifford Shin Nippon (LON:BGS) Shares Pass Below 50-Day Moving Average   - Time to Sell?

Baillie Gifford Shin Nippon (LON:BGS) shares have crossed above their 50-day moving average of GBX 140.42, trading at GBX 143.60 with a volume of 54,483 shares. The stock is up 1.3% and has a market cap of £351.83 million, a PE ratio of 56.54, and a beta of 0.80. Analysts currently rate it as a Hold, but it is not among the top recommended stocks by analysts. The Trust focuses on long-term capital growth through investments in small Japanese companies.

Baillie Gifford Shin Nippon (LON:BGS) Stock Price Crosses Above Fifty Day Moving Average   - Should You Sell?

Baillie Gifford Japan Trust PLC announced the purchase of 100,000 Ordinary Shares at a price of 927.00p on 26 February 2026. Following this transaction, the company will hold 19,661,769 shares in Treasury, with 74,666,440 shares remaining in issue. This figure will be used by shareholders to determine if they need to notify any changes in their interest under the FCA's Disclosure Guidance and Transparency Rules.

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AVI Japan Opportunity Trust PLC announced that the un-audited Net Asset Value (NAV) per Ordinary share, including accumulated income, was 187.98 pence as of the close of business on 25 February 2026. This information is provided by RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange.

REG - AVI Japan Opport.Tst - Net Asset Value(s)

Baillie Gifford Japan Trust PLC announced its net asset values (NAV) as of February 24, 2026. The Cum Par NAV is 1009.86p, Cum Fair NAV is 1012.83p, Ex Par NAV is 1006.00p, and Ex Fair NAV is 1008.97p. These values are unaudited and calculated according to AIC guidelines and IPEV methodologies. The information is provided by RNS, the news service of the London Stock Exchange.

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Baillie Gifford Shin Nippon (LON:BGS) Reaches New 52-Week High - Time to Buy?

The Baillie Gifford Japan Trust (LON:BGFD) Hits New 1-Year High - Here's What Happened

AVI Japan Opportunity Trust Wins Strong Shareholder Backing at AGM

Baillie Gifford Shin Nippon (LON:BGS) Shares Pass Below 50-Day Moving Average - Time to Sell?

Baillie Gifford Shin Nippon (LON:BGS) Stock Price Crosses Above Fifty Day Moving Average - Should You Sell?

REG - Baillie GiffordJapan - Transaction in Own Shares

REG - AVI Japan Opport.Tst - Net Asset Value(s)

REG - Baillie GiffordJapan - Net Asset Value(s)