Renesas stock ends lower in Tokyo; yen swings and Feb. 5 results now in focus
Tokyo, Jan 18, 2026, 09:22 JST — The market has closed. Renesas Electronics shares fell 0.9% Friday, closing at 2,328 yen in Tokyo. The stock lagged the broader market ahead of Monday’s reopening. (MarketWatch) The timing is crucial as the yen returns to focus, prompting exporters to trade the currency once more. Renesas, which serves global auto and industrial sectors, can see even a slight FX shift alter expectations for overseas earnings, especially when positioning is already tight. On Friday, the yen gained ground after Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama mentioned the possibility of intervention, including coordinated efforts with the U.S.