Financial Summary for the Third Quarter of the Fiscal Year Ending February 2026 [Japan GAAP] (Consolidated)

Performance Overview

Consolidated net sales for the cumulative third quarter of the fiscal year ending February 2026 reached 227.5 billion yen, marking a 2.0% year-over-year increase. However, operating income was 1.025 billion yen, down 24.8% year-over-year. Ordinary income was 1.117 billion yen (a 27.3% decrease year-over-year), and net income attributable to owners of the parent for the quarter was 688 million yen (a 33.5% decrease year-over-year). In the food service industry, inbound demand and price revisions contributed to an increase in average customer spend and boosted sales. However, profit margins declined due to rising raw material costs and higher labor expenses. The number of stores remained steady at 198 directly managed stores and 20 franchise stores.

Financial Position and Dividend Status

Total assets stood at 130.8 billion yen, a decrease of 881 million yen compared to the end of the previous fiscal year. However, the equity ratio improved to 67.2% from 62.5% a year earlier. Net assets increased to 8.79 billion yen year-over-year. The annual dividend forecast for the fiscal year ending February 2026 was raised to 28 yen (up from 26 yen the previous year), reflecting a policy of stable shareholder returns. The number of outstanding shares is approximately 22.81 million, with treasury stock totaling 10,552 shares.