ARE Holdings, Inc.
Notice Regarding Revision of Full-Year Earnings Guidance and Year-End Dividend Forecast for the Fiscal Year Ending March 2026
For the fiscal year ending March 2026, net sales have been revised up by 13.2% from the previous forecast to ¥585,000 million, operating income increased by 16.7% to ¥35,000 million, and net income attributable to owners of the parent was raised by 10.6% to ¥23,900 million. The year-end dividend has been revised upward by ¥5 to ¥65, with an expected annual dividend of ¥125.
Key Figures
- Net Sales: ¥585,000 million (13.2% increase from previous forecast)
- Operating Income: ¥35,000 million (16.7% increase from previous forecast)
- Net Income Attributable to Owners of Parent: ¥23,900 million (10.6% increase from previous forecast)
AI要約
Overview of Earnings Guidance Revision
ARE Holdings Corporation has revised its full-year consolidated earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2026, raising net sales to ¥585,000 million (up 13.2% from the previous forecast), operating income to ¥35,000 million (up 16.7%), and net income attributable to owners of the parent to ¥23,900 million (up 10.6%). The primary driver for sales growth is an increase in sales value due to rising precious metal prices in the precious metals recycling business. On the profit front, higher refining fees in the North American refining business, increased product processing fees, and trading income have contributed positively.
Revision of Dividend Forecast and Future Outlook
Regarding dividends, based on the basic policy of a 40% payout ratio for shareholder returns, the year-end dividend has been increased by ¥5 to ¥65 per share, with an annual dividend forecast of ¥125. This reflects the strong performance and indicates a commitment to stable dividend payment. However, it is noted that the earnings forecast may be subject to change due to fluctuations in domestic and international economic conditions and precious metal prices.
