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

Performance Overview

For the second quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2027, revenue totaled 42,716 million yen, representing a year-over-year decrease of -8.5%. Operating income was 383 million yen, ordinary income was 497 million yen, and net income attributable to owners of parent for the interim period was 419 million yen, marking a significant decline. By segment, the decrease in revenue from the Broadcasting & Content business was the primary factor, while the Lifestyle business remained robust; nevertheless, overall profit levels declined. Full-year guidance remains unchanged at revenue of 92,300 million yen, operating income of 4,000 million yen, and net income attributable to owners of parent of 2,700 million yen.

Impact on Shareholders and Future Outlook

The interim results progressed as expected, and the full-year outlook maintains the current assumptions. Dividends, including the year-end dividend for the fiscal year ending March 2026, are expected to total 12 yen for the fiscal year ending March 2027 (8 yen at the end of the second quarter, with a full-year plan of 20 yen). Capital structure shows an equity ratio of 64.0%, treasury stock is being continuously evaluated, and the financial base is stabilizing. Going forward, the company aims to restore year-over-year profitability through recovery of Broadcasting & Content revenues and optimization of cost management.