ORIX

IX

Market cap $43.3B

Investors interested in stocks from the Financial - Miscellaneous Services sector have probably already heard of Orix (IX) and Blackstone Inc. (BX). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

My "Buy" rating for ORIX Corporation is left unchanged after assessing its favorable performance and prospects. ORIX's earnings growth accelerated from +1.6% in FY2025 to +27.2% for FY2026. The recent full-year net income of ¥447 billion also represented a 2% beat against management guidance. The company is guiding for a 1.3 ppts ROE expansion and a high-teens net profit increase in FY27. The positive outlook is supported by asset disposals and cash distributions.

Nextpower is approaching the 131.59 buy point of an undefined base on the eve of its earnings report.

ORIX Corporation (IX) Q4 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Orix Corp Ads NYSE: IX reported record net income for the fiscal year ended March 2026 and set a higher profit target for the year ahead, while management outlined plans to accelerate portfolio reshaping, strengthen risk controls and increase shareholder returns.

Top ten GASV stocks offer average net gains of 37.2% by May 2027, with yields ranging from 7.70% to 12.43%. Thirteen of twenty-nine 'safer' GASV stocks are currently fair-priced and ideal for dividend-focused investors seeking value. Analyst targets suggest the five lowest-priced, highest-yield May GASV stocks could deliver 15.79% higher gains than the broader top ten group.

Investors with an interest in Financial - Miscellaneous Services stocks have likely encountered both Orix (IX) and Blackstone Inc. (BX). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

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