SoftBank Group did not provide a forecast for the current financial year, citing uncertain business factors.

Chen said that the company was cautious on North America, citing uncertain political and economic policy winds.

Late last month, main rival Power-One posted a drop in quarterly profits and forecast weak fourth-quarter revenue, citing uncertain global macroeconomic conditions.

In September, RWE said it would not go forward with an earlier agreement to acquire TGK-2 jointly with Sintez, citing uncertain market conditions.

Hong Kong-listed companies have announced a record 24 take-private deals this year, often citing uncertain market conditions or undervalued shares as reasons for the deals.