Earnings Report [Japanese GAAP] (Consolidated)

Overview of Results

Sanyo Trading Co., Ltd. recorded consolidated net sales of 144,590 million yen, operating income of 7,744 million yen and net income attributable to owners of parent of 5,702 million yen for the fiscal year ended September 2026. Net sales increased 9.0% year-over-year, operating income rose 20.4% and net income grew 23.5%, maintaining a trend of profit growth. By segment, Fine Chemicals, Industrial Products and Life Sciences performed solidly. Sustainability-related operations saw some profit decline, while new investments progressed. An extraordinary loss was recorded relating to costs associated with the fraudulent diversion at SCOA.

Outlook and Dividends

For the fiscal year ending September 2027, the company forecasts net sales of 160,000 million yen, operating income of 8,500 million yen, ordinary income of 8,800 million yen, and net income attributable to owners of parent of 5,600 million yen. The company will continue growth and DX investments under SV2028 and strengthen its financial base. Dividends are set at a year-end 25 yen (including a 10 yen 80th anniversary commemorative dividend), with an interim dividend of 30 yen, totaling 40 yen for the year. For the next fiscal year, interim dividend is expected to be 18 yen and year-end 18 yen, maintaining a policy of continued increases with a payout ratio of 30% or higher.