Nikkei Industry Sector
Non-Ferrous Metals
Overview
Japan's nonferrous metals sector within the Nikkei 225 includes companies involved in copper, aluminum, zinc, and precious metals refining and processing, as well as producers of advanced metal alloys and electronic materials. Japanese nonferrous companies are particularly strong in high-purity metals and specialty alloys critical for electronics manufacturing.
Current Trend
Electrification is a powerful demand driver across multiple nonferrous metals—copper for EV wiring and charging infrastructure, aluminum for lightweight vehicle construction, and specialty metals for battery systems. Japanese nonferrous companies with exposure to these electrification materials are experiencing accelerating demand and favorable long-term pricing dynamics.
Companies in This Sector
8
Today's Avg. Price Change
+3.26%
Simple average of constituent stock price changes vs. previous close. Not a sector index.
Updated: 2026-05-29 (JST)
Position in Japan
This sector serves as a critical materials backbone for Japan's electronics and automotive industries. Companies producing high-purity copper foil for circuit boards, specialized aluminum alloys for vehicle lightweighting, and advanced bonding wires for semiconductors occupy strategically important positions in the technology supply chain.
Latest Press Releases
30
May
Sumitomo Electric Industries,Ltd. JP3407400005
2026-05-29 Sumitomo Electric Industries,Ltd. “Toyota Motor Corporation simultaneously awarded us the "Global Contribution Award," the "Technology Development Award," and the "Cost Improvement Excellence Award."”
30
May
Mitsubishi Materials Corporation JP3903000002
2026-05-29 Mitsubishi Materials Corporation “A press conference was held regarding the integration aimed at strengthening the competitiveness of the copper smelting business.”
29
May
Sumitomo Electric Industries,Ltd. JP3407400005
2026-05-28 Sumitomo Electric Industries,Ltd. “The notice of convocation of the 156th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders and other matters to be provided electronically (matters to be omitted from physical delivery) are posted here.”
29
May
Sumitomo Electric Industries,Ltd. JP3407400005
2026-05-28 Sumitomo Electric Industries,Ltd. “Personnel changes (0.4 MB).”
29
May
Sumitomo Metal Mining Co.,Ltd. JP3402600005
2026-05-28 Sumitomo Metal Mining Co.,Ltd. “We updated our Corporate Governance Report for Shareholders and Investors on May 28, 2026.”
29
May
Sumitomo Metal Mining Co.,Ltd. JP3402600005
2026-05-28 Sumitomo Metal Mining Co.,Ltd. “May 28, 2026: Notice of Convocation of the 101st Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders, Report (Documents containing items to be provided electronically), and other items to be provided electronically (items to be omitted from physical documents) have been posted for shareholders and investors.”
29
May
Sumitomo Metal Mining Co.,Ltd. JP3402600005
2026-05-28 Sumitomo Metal Mining Co.,Ltd. “2026.05.28 Company Information: Work uniforms in the Besshi area have been renewed.”
29
May
Mitsubishi Materials Corporation JP3903000002
2026-05-28 Mitsubishi Materials Corporation “Announcement of our participation in PCIM Europe 2026 – Showcasing the latest power electronics materials in Nuremberg.”
29
May
Mitsubishi Materials Corporation JP3903000002
2026-05-28 Mitsubishi Materials Corporation “Regarding the signing of the final agreement concerning the integration of businesses related to the purchase of copper concentrate and the sale of electrolytic copper, etc.”
29
May
Mitsui Mining and Smelting Company,Limited JP3888400003
2026-05-28 Mitsui Mining and Smelting Company,Limited “Regarding the signing of the final agreement concerning the integration of businesses related to the purchase of copper concentrate and the sale of electrolytic copper, etc.”
29
May
Mitsui Mining and Smelting Company,Limited JP3888400003
2026-05-28 Mitsui Mining and Smelting Company,Limited “Regarding our participation in "Girls Meet STEM" – supporting middle and high school girls in their STEM career choices.”
28
May
Sumitomo Electric Industries,Ltd. JP3407400005
2026-05-27 Sumitomo Electric Industries,Ltd. “I've updated the CEO's blog.”
28
May
Furukawa Electric Co.,Ltd. JP3827200001
2026-05-27 Furukawa Electric Co.,Ltd. “CDP's "Supplier Engagement Assessment" Leaderboard Selection for the Sixth Time – Highly Rated for Efforts to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Supply Chain Emissions.”
27
May
Sumitomo Metal Mining Co.,Ltd. JP3402600005
2026-05-26 Sumitomo Metal Mining Co.,Ltd. “May 26, 2026 Business & Product Information: Exhibited single crystals for vibration power generation at "AXIA EXPO 2026" and "Smart Sensing 2026".”
27
May
Mitsui Mining and Smelting Company,Limited JP3888400003
2026-05-26 Mitsui Mining and Smelting Company,Limited “Mitsui Mining & Smelting Co-Creation Materials Research Chair (Co-Mit Lab) has been established.”
26
May
Sumitomo Electric Industries,Ltd. JP3407400005
2026-05-25 Sumitomo Electric Industries,Ltd. “The millimeter-wave communication system accelerating the evolution from 5G to 6G will be exhibited at Wireless Japan x Wireless Technology Park 2026.”
26
May
Mitsubishi Materials Corporation JP3903000002
2026-05-25 Mitsubishi Materials Corporation “We held a progress briefing session for our medium-term management strategy (FY2026-2028).”
26
May
Mitsui Mining and Smelting Company,Limited JP3888400003
2026-05-25 Mitsui Mining and Smelting Company,Limited “"FaradFlex®" receives the Electronics Packaging Society Technology Award.”
23
May
Sumitomo Metal Mining Co.,Ltd. JP3402600005
2026-05-22 Sumitomo Metal Mining Co.,Ltd. “May 22, 2026: Notice to Shareholders and Investors Regarding Dividend Payments for the Fiscal Year Ending March 2026 (101st Fiscal Year).”
23
May
Mitsui Mining and Smelting Company,Limited JP3888400003
2026-05-22 Mitsui Mining and Smelting Company,Limited “Regarding the establishment of the Nature Positive Declaration.”