Presentation Materials for the Consolidated Financial Results Briefing for the Second Quarter of the Fiscal Year Ending March 2027

Overview of Performance

For the second quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2027, consolidated net sales amounted to 274.1 hundred million yen, up 18.0 hundred million yen year-over-year, and operating income reached 45.8 hundred million yen, up 6.0 hundred million yen year-over-year, approaching record-high levels. While incorporating foreign exchange effects and cost increases due to developments in the Middle East, the company achieved higher sales and profits through price revisions and strengthened promotions. Growth was driven mainly by marine products and overseas instant noodles. The full-year forecast was revised to net sales of 560.0 hundred million yen and operating income of 82.0 hundred million yen.

Future Policy, Investment and Returns

To pursue sustainable growth under the mid-term management plan, the company will continue expanding overseas operations and maintain domestic pricing strategies. The mid-term plan targets an ROE of 15% and aims to improve cash flow health and capital efficiency. For shareholder returns, the company intends to target a total return ratio of 70%, combining a dividend payout ratio above 30% with share buybacks.