TOKYO — Global corporate net profits rose 4% year-on-year in the July-September quarter, supported by a robust U.S. economy and particularly strong performances in finance and artificial intelligence.
Nikkei compiled the financial results of approximately 31,000 listed companies in Japan, the United States, Europe, China and elsewhere, using data from QUICK FactSet and other sources. Market estimates were used for companies that did not announce their results. The companies in this analysis represent more than 90% of global market capitalization.