Notice Regarding Differences Between Consolidated Earnings Forecast and Actual Results for the Second Quarter (Interim) of the Fiscal Year Ending March 2027, Revision of Full-Year Consolidated Earnings Forecast, and Revision of Interim and Year-End Dividend Forecasts

Key Points of Performance

Shinsho Corporation has revised upward its full-year consolidated earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2027 based on interim results. Net sales are forecast at the same level as the previous forecast at 706,000 hundred million yen, operating income at 14,800 hundred million yen, ordinary income at 14,000 hundred million yen, and net income attributable to owners of parent at 10,000 hundred million yen. Interim results were net sales of 352,632 hundred million yen, operating income of 8,284 hundred million yen, ordinary income of 7,879 hundred million yen, and interim net income attributable to owners of parent of 6,905 hundred million yen. The main drivers cited are growth in the semiconductor sector supported by AI and data center demand and strong demand for machinery related to decarbonization and energy, and the company expects the generally favorable business environment to continue.

Dividend Policy and Impact

The interim dividend has been set at 70 yen per share and the year-end dividend forecast at 70 yen per share, revising the total to 140 yen. The dividend policy is to target a consolidated payout ratio of 30% or a dividend of 100 yen per share, whichever is higher, and the company intends to continue stable dividends while maintaining financial soundness.