Daiwa Securities Hits Day High with Strong 3.21% Intraday Surge

Daiwa Securities Group, Inc. has experienced a notable increase of 3.21% on March 18, 2026, reaching an intraday high of JPY 1,510.00. This performance stands out against the Japan Nikkei 225, which rose by 2.87% on the same day. Over the past week, Daiwa's stock has shown a slight gain of 0.1%, while its monthly performance reflects a decline of 5.6%. However, the company has demonstrated impressive annual growth, with a return of 41.01%, although this is slightly below the Nikkei's 45.96%. Year-to-date, Daiwa Securities has achieved a performance of 10.14%, surpassing the Nikkei's 9.73%. The company has also shown remarkable growth over the past three years, with a staggering increase of 155.41%. Despite a 10-year performance of 159.59%, which trails the Nikkei's 230.28%, Daiwa maintains a strong long-term fundamental strength, evidenced by a return on equity of 9.86% and a price-to-book ratio of 1.46. The stock's current valuation reflects its competitive position within the capital markets industry.