Fiscal Year Ending March 2027 Second Quarter (Interim) Financial Summary [Japanese GAAP] (Non-consolidated)

Performance Overview

Net sales for the interim period were 12,662 million yen, a decrease of 7.4% year-on-year. Meanwhile, operating income was 1,238 million yen, up 7.8% from the prior period; ordinary income was 1,376 million yen, up 12.4%; and interim net income was 886 million yen, up 15.4%. Despite rising raw material costs, profitability was supported by strengthened customer service, improved product assortment, and rollout of products with strong price appeal. Total assets stood at 71,881 million yen and the equity ratio remained stable at 97.2%.

Outlook and Dividends

The full-year outlook remains unchanged from the previous announcement, with net sales forecast at 31,300 million yen, operating income 4,000 million yen, ordinary income 4,200 million yen, net income attributable to owners of parent 2,800 million yen, and earnings per share of 179.18 yen. Dividends are forecast at 50 yen at the end of the second quarter and 120 yen for the full year, reflecting a continued stable dividend policy based on recent profit trends. Note that forward-looking statements involve uncertainties and may be affected by external conditions.