Fiscal Year Ending March 2027 Q2 (Interim) Financial Summary [Japanese GAAP] (Consolidated)

Overview of Results

For the interim period, consolidated net sales reached 14,356 million yen (YoY +6.0%), operating income was 883 million yen (+25.9%), ordinary income was 977 million yen (+16.8%), and interim net income attributable to owners of parent was 706 million yen (+24.1%). By segment, vending machine retail operations posted net sales of 7,903 million yen (+6.1%) with revenue growth but segment profit decreased to 164 million yen (-21.5%) due to weather factors and integration costs. Real estate operations did not perform strongly, while other businesses saw profit increases. The company continues M&A activities including three new group companies to strengthen its growth base. Full-year forecasts remain unchanged at the time of publication, and dividend forecasts are maintained.

Impact on Shareholders and Outlook

Treasury stock at period-end totaled 1,133,418 shares, average shares outstanding during the period were 12,345,757 shares, and the equity ratio improved to 33.8% compared with the previous fiscal year. Although integration costs from M&A are being incurred upfront, overall profit levels are improving and the company will continue its growth strategy through brand strengthening and the promotion of new and overseas businesses. Going forward, improvement in profitability of vending machine operations and expansion of the company’s beverage brands are expected to contribute to earnings.