Fiscal Year Ended September 2026 Financial Summary [Japanese GAAP] (Consolidated)

Business Performance Overview

Although revenue increased slightly this fiscal year, operating income and net income declined significantly due to weaker-than-expected funeral service case volumes and average prices, as well as increased fixed costs. While new store openings and group expansion were promoted, demand trends and profitability improvement in the funeral services remain challenges. Major segments for the consolidated period from October 2025 to September 2026 showed that revenue in the funeral services was not robust, and diversification including franchise and real estate-related businesses progressed. Attention should be paid to changes in the scope of consolidation after the interim period.

Outlook and Shareholder Returns

For the next fiscal year, the Company expects to capture steady performance from existing halls and effects from new stores, forecasting revenue of 23,960 million yen (Year-over-Year +10.0%) and operating income of 1,445 million yen (Year-over-Year +25.9%). The Company plans dividends totaling 23 yen, comprising an interim dividend of 10 yen, a year-end dividend of 10 yen, and a 3 yen commemorative dividend for the 30th anniversary. While continuing to focus on business area expansion, cost reduction and control of selling, general and administrative expenses will be key to growth.