Financial Summary for the First Quarter of the Fiscal Year Ending September 2026 [Japanese GAAP] (Consolidated)

Performance Overview

In the first quarter of the fiscal year ending September 2026, operating revenue grew 2.5% year-on-year to JPY 324.249 billion, operating income rose 10.0% to JPY 5.657 billion, ordinary income increased 12.2% to JPY 6.458 billion, and net income attributable to owners of parent for the quarter rose 11.0% to JPY 4.450 billion. The core ambient distribution business posted a 3.1% revenue increase and 8.0% profit gain, while the liquor distribution business improved with a 3.1% revenue rise and a 49.9% profit surge. Conversely, overseas operations experienced a 4.1% decline in revenue but returned to profitability in operating income. Amid heightened market uncertainties, the company is driving earnings improvement through price revisions, rigorous profitability management, and leveraging digital technologies.

Financial Position and Future Outlook

Total assets increased by JPY 71.596 billion from the previous fiscal year-end to JPY 537.922 billion, and net assets grew by JPY 7.14 billion to JPY 184.118 billion, resulting in a decrease in the equity ratio to 32.7%. Cash flow from operating activities recorded an inflow of JPY 10.859 billion, while cash flow from investing activities showed an outflow of JPY 1.472 billion, and financing activities recorded an outflow of JPY 5.619 billion. There are no revisions to dividend forecasts or earnings guidance, and the company will continue to focus on enhancing value-added capabilities and improving productivity under a cautious management environment.