Asahi Kasei Corporation Financial Summary for the Second Quarter (Interim) of the Fiscal Year Ending March 2027

Overview of Results

Asahi Kasei Corporation reported consolidated sales of 1,689,609 million yen, operating income of 165,441 million yen, ordinary income of 161,380 million yen, and net income attributable to owners of parent of 102,198 million yen for the second quarter (interim) of the fiscal year ending March 2027. Compared with the same period last year, sales increased 13.7% and operating income increased 54.0%, showing a substantial improvement in profitability. Interim earnings per share were 75.94 yen. In addition, the consolidated scope was changed to include Aicuris Anti-infective Cures AG as a consolidated subsidiary.

Outlook and Dividends

The full-year earnings forecast was indicated to be revised as noted in the materials published today. The interim dividend at the end of the second quarter is planned at 24 yen, with a full-year total forecast of 48 yen. Information on treasury stock acquisition or disposal is not stated in the main text, but the policy suggests maintaining a stable payout ratio while promoting growth investments in terms of capital strategy.