Sharp posts a 55% rise in operating profit

Japanese electronics maker Sharp has reported a 55% year-on-year increase in its operating profit for the April-to-June quarter, beating forecasts.

Sharp says no investment deal with Taiwan's Hon Hai

TOKYO: The deadline for a crucial capital injection in Sharp from Taiwan's Hon Hai Precision lapsed Tuesday without any deal, the struggling Japanese electronics giant said, citing regulatory hurdles.

Sony, Panasonic, Sharp among worst-performing firms in 2012

TOKYO: Even James Bond and Spider-Man can't rescue Sony Corp, the beleaguered Japanese electronics maker.

Japan's Sharp eyes selling plants to Hon Hai: Reports

TOKYO: Japanese electronics giant Sharp is considering selling overseas factories to Taiwan's Hon Hai Precision in a bid to turn around its ailing finances, reports said Saturday.