Notice regarding recognition of extraordinary gains (gains on sale of investment securities) and revisions to the consolidated earnings forecast

Section heading

This notice is structured around the recognition of extraordinary gains as gains on sale of investment securities and the revision of the second-quarter and full-year consolidated earnings forecast accompanying them. The amount of gains on sale is expected to be about 747 million yen and is anticipated to significantly contribute to full-year net income. In this revision, net sales remain at 49,000 million yen from the previous forecast, operating income and ordinary income are kept at the same levels, while net income attributable to owners of the parent rises significantly to 1,010 million yen (EPS of 45.08 yen). Note that actual performance may vary depending on future market conditions.

Second section heading

The gains from the extraordinary item and the higher net income could enhance shareholder value, but it should be noted that the sale of investment securities is a temporary item. The company will continue to monitor the status of asset holdings and aim to balance financial stability with growth. Depending on market environment, additional earnings fluctuations may occur in future quarters, and regular disclosures are expected to continue.