Financial Summary for the Fiscal Year Ending February 2026 [Japanese GAAP] (Non-consolidated)

Overview of Performance

For the fiscal year ending February 2026, operating revenue was 225,719 million yen (7.1% increase YoY), operating income was 12,473 million yen (1.7% increase YoY), ordinary income was 12,566 million yen (2.2% increase YoY), and net income attributable to owners of parent was 8,987 million yen (0.8% increase YoY). Sales remained steady, successfully responding to price increases driven by soaring raw material costs. The number of stores reached 113 following new openings and renovations in Hiroshima, Okayama, Kagawa, Ehime, Tokushima, and Hyogo prefectures. Cash flow from operating activities increased to 26,200 million yen, and the cash and cash equivalents balance at fiscal year-end was 24,699 million yen.

Dividend and Future Outlook

The annual dividend for the fiscal year ending February 2026 increased to 70 yen (36 yen interim). For the fiscal year ending February 2027, earnings guidance projects net sales of 245,622 million yen (8.8% increase YoY), operating income of 12,590 million yen (0.9% increase YoY), ordinary income of 12,580 million yen (0.1% increase YoY), and net income attributable to owners of parent of 8,660 million yen (3.6% decrease YoY). The dividend forecast is 72 yen, an increase year-on-year. The company intends to actively pursue new store openings and renovations of existing stores, aiming to improve customer satisfaction while adapting to changes in the competitive environment.