Kobe Bussan Co., Ltd.
Fiscal Year Ending October 2026 Q1 Earnings Presentation Materials
For the first quarter of the fiscal year ending January 2026, net sales were 141.598 billion yen, up 6.9% year-over-year (YoY), operating income was 10.945 billion yen, up 19.6% YoY, while net income attributable to owners of parent was 5.91 billion yen, down 44.2% YoY.
Key Figures
- Net Sales: 141,598 million yen (YoY +6.9%)
- Operating Income: 10,945 million yen (YoY +19.6%)
- Net Income Attributable to Owners of Parent: 5,910 million yen (YoY -44.2%)
AI要約
Performance Overview
For the cumulative first quarter of the fiscal year ending January 2026, net sales increased 6.9% year-over-year to 141.598 billion yen. Gross profit rose 16.4% to 17.82 billion yen, benefiting from successful price pass-throughs and optimization of procurement sources despite rising sourcing costs. Selling, general and administrative expenses increased 11.6% to 6.875 billion yen, impacted by higher freight, labor costs, and rent. Operating income rose 19.6% to 10.945 billion yen; however, ordinary income declined 43.5% to 8.764 billion yen due to valuation losses recorded from foreign exchange forward contracts. Net income attributable to owners of parent also decreased 44.2% to 5.91 billion yen.
Segment Trends and Future Outlook
The core Business Supermarket segment operates 1,126 stores nationwide, with sales outperforming plans driven by strong performance at existing stores. Shipment results exceeded guidance at 105.0% YoY. The Foodservice and Meal Solutions segment expanded through new store openings and franchise growth of Premium Karubi outlets. The Eco Renewable Energy segment operates 19 solar power plants, establishing a stable revenue base. To strengthen product competitiveness, private brand products have been expanded and operations at domestic group factories increased. Progress toward the full-year earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending October 2026 is steady, with net sales at 25.0% and operating income at 25.5% of the plan.
