BRIDGESTONE

Goldman Sachs downgraded Bridgestone from "Buy" to "Neutral" and only slightly raised the price target from 3,600 to 3,650 JPY. The stock fell 1.1% to 3,465 yen as the shares trade close to the revised target and global passenger-car tire demand is largely stagnant. Although Goldman Sachs marginally raised operating profit forecasts for 2026–2028, it sees limited near-term upside. Macro factors such as the Bank of Japan's rate hike and a weaker yen further weigh on profit expectations for the globally active manufacturer. » Altro su de.investing.com

Bridgestone separates the role of West CEO from Group President, North America and names Robert Johnson Group President, North America with full profit-and-loss responsibility for the tire business in North America. Scott Damon remains West CEO; Wade Sempkowski succeeds Johnson as West Chief Financial Officer. The personnel decisions take effect on May 1 and are part of a strategic realignment to strengthen the North American business; Bridgestone generates around $26 billion in revenue. » Altro su de.investing.com

Bridgestone reported Q4 2025 EPS of 94.63 JPY and revenue of 1,194.53 billion JPY, both well above expectations. Adjusted operating profit and full-year revenue also rose, supported by cost cuts and supply-chain optimizations. Despite the positive figures, the stock fell about 6% after the release as investors fear tariffs, currency effects and regional demand risks. For 2026 Bridgestone plans more than 25 new passenger-car tire models and will implement further cost reductions to offset tariff impacts. » Altro su de.investing.com