Nikkei Industry Sector
Electrical Equipment
Overview
Japan's electrical equipment sector within the Nikkei 225 is one of the index's largest and most globally recognized, encompassing consumer electronics giants, industrial electronics manufacturers, semiconductor equipment makers, and diversified technology conglomerates. This sector captures much of Japan's technology heritage and includes brands with household name recognition worldwide.
Current Trend
Semiconductor equipment is the standout growth story. Companies supplying etching systems, coating equipment, and inspection tools for chipmakers are experiencing unprecedented demand driven by AI infrastructure investment and government-backed semiconductor capacity expansion globally. Industrial automation and energy infrastructure equipment are also strong contributors.
Companies in This Sector
34
ADVANTEST CORPORATION
ALPS ALPINE CO.,LTD.
CANON INC.
CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD.
DENSO CORPORATION
FANUC CORPORATION
FUJI ELECTRIC CO.,LTD.
Fujitsu Limited
GS Yuasa Corporation
Hitachi,Ltd.
Ibiden Co.,Ltd.
KEYENCE CORPORATION
KYOCERA CORPORATION
Lasertec Corporation
MINEBEA MITSUMI Inc.
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
Murata Manufacturing Co.,Ltd.
NEC Corporation
NIDEC CORPORATION
OMRON Corporation
Panasonic Holdings Corporation
Renesas Electronics Corporation
RICOH COMPANY,LTD.
ROHM COMPANY LIMITED
SCREEN Holdings Co.,Ltd.
SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION
Sharp Corporation
Socionext Inc.
SONY GROUP CORPORATION
TAIYO YUDEN CO.,LTD.
TDK Corporation
Tokyo Electron Limited
YASKAWA Electric Corporation
YOKOGAWA ELECTRIC CORPORATION
Today's Avg. Price Change
-0.22%
Simple average of constituent stock price changes vs. previous close. Not a sector index.
Updated: 2026-10-14 (JST)
Position in Japan
The sector has broadly restructured away from commodity consumer electronics toward higher-value segments. Companies have exited commoditized businesses and repositioned into industrial electronics, B2B solutions, semiconductor equipment, and systems integration—areas where Japanese engineering expertise commands premium pricing.
Latest Press Releases
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Mar
SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION JP3414750004
2026-03-26 SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION “On October 1, 2026, Epson Sales Co., Ltd. will change its name to "Epson Japan Corporation".”
27
Mar
Fujitsu Limited JP3818000006
2026-03-26 Fujitsu Limited “Notice Regarding Cancellation of Treasury Stock.”
27
Mar
NEC Corporation JP3733000008
2026-03-26 NEC Corporation “NEC Group's blood testing service "Forness Visuals" has been adopted by Royal Healthcare, a healthcare provider in Singapore that offers services to affluent clients.”
27
Mar
Fujitsu Limited JP3818000006
2026-03-26 Fujitsu Limited “Regarding appointments of directors and auditors.”
27
Mar
Fujitsu Limited JP3818000006
2026-03-26 Fujitsu Limited “Regarding executive officer appointments.”
27
Mar
FUJI ELECTRIC CO.,LTD. JP3820000002
2026-03-26 FUJI ELECTRIC CO.,LTD. “Company, March 26, 2026. PDF (116KB) regarding the personnel changes and responsibilities of executive officers, effective April 1, 2026.”
27
Mar
YASKAWA Electric Corporation JP3932000007
2026-03-26 YASKAWA Electric Corporation “Notice Regarding the Acquisition of Shares by Our Consolidated Subsidiary (Making it a Subsidiary).”
27
Mar
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation JP3902400005
2026-03-26 Mitsubishi Electric Corporation “March 26, 2026 Life Building Systems AI-powered hazard prediction app to further improve safety at work sites (This link will take you to the Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation website) Mitsubishi Electric Building Solutions Corporation has developed "KY-Support," an AI-powered application to support "hazard prediction activities" with the aim of preventing occupational accidents at elevator and escalator work sites, and will gradually introduce it company-wide starting in April 2026.”
27
Mar
FUJI ELECTRIC CO.,LTD. JP3820000002
2026-03-26 FUJI ELECTRIC CO.,LTD. “Notice of Executive Personnel Changes at Fuji Electric Co., Ltd. at the Company's Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders on March 26, 2026 (PDF, 96KB).”
27
Mar
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation JP3902400005
2026-03-26 Mitsubishi Electric Corporation “Regarding some media reports dated March 26, 2026, from the Management Semiconductor & Devices Company.”
26
Mar
RICOH COMPANY,LTD. JP3973400009
2026-03-25 RICOH COMPANY,LTD. “Ricoh formulated its medium-term management strategy, "Medium-Term Management Strategy '26" (FY2026-FY2030), released on March 25, 2026.”
26
Mar
CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD. JP3209000003
2026-03-25 CASIO COMPUTER CO.,LTD. “On March 25, 2026, we renewed our contract with corporate professional golfer Ryo Ishikawa.”
26
Mar
TAIYO YUDEN CO.,LTD. JP3452000007
2026-03-25 TAIYO YUDEN CO.,LTD. “Taiyo Yuden: Obtains TISAX information security certification.”
26
Mar
ADVANTEST CORPORATION JP3122400009
2026-03-25 ADVANTEST CORPORATION “March 25, 2026 Topics: New research and development base "Omiya Tech Hub" opened.”
26
Mar
Lasertec Corporation JP3979200007
2026-03-25 Lasertec Corporation “News from March 25, 2026: Received the 2026 EPIC Supplier Award from Intel Corporation.”
26
Mar
Lasertec Corporation JP3979200007
2026-03-25 Lasertec Corporation “News from March 25, 2026: Received the 2026 EPIC Supplier Award from Intel Corporation.”
26
Mar
SONY GROUP CORPORATION JP3435000009
2026-03-25 SONY GROUP CORPORATION “[Sony Group Corporation] Launches new "My aibo" app to "create lasting memories of aibo and your family."”
26
Mar
Sharp Corporation JP3359600008
2026-03-25 Sharp Corporation “An owners' event was held to commemorate the 10th anniversary of Robohon's creation.”
26
Mar
SONY GROUP CORPORATION JP3435000009
2026-03-25 SONY GROUP CORPORATION “[Sony Group Corporation/Honda Motor Co., Ltd.] Regarding the review of Sony Honda Mobility's business strategy.”
26
Mar
Panasonic Holdings Corporation JP3866800000
2026-03-25 Panasonic Holdings Corporation “Panasonic Connect to make its debut at the 7th Kansai Logistics Exhibition – Proposing an approach to optimize the entire supply chain operation through use case exhibits tailored to industry-specific challenges such as materials/high-tech, mobility, and consumer goods.”