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

Overview of Financial Results

Net sales for the fiscal year ending March 2026 amounted to 21,619 million yen, decreasing 23.3% year-over-year. Operating income was 5,607 million yen (down 53.5%), ordinary income was 5,905 million yen (down 55.1%), and net income attributable to owners of parent was 6,576 million yen (down 31.7%). Following the transfer of shares in consolidated subsidiaries, the company transitioned from consolidated to non-consolidated financial statements starting from the third quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2026. There were two new IPOs in investee companies, with capital gains below the previous year. Non-operating income included 2,429 million yen in securities interest and dividends, 106 million yen gains on sale of investment securities, and 350 million yen gains on sale of subsidiary shares.

Dividend Status and Future Policy

The annual dividend for the fiscal year ending March 2026 is planned at 133 yen per share (based on a 6% DOE), representing an increase from the previous year. The dividend payout ratio is set at 50% or the DOE of 6%, whichever is higher. The same policy will continue for the fiscal year ending March 2027, with dividends determined based on individual financial results. There is no change in the policy to allocate cash exceeding necessary funds to share buybacks to improve capital efficiency and promote growth strategies.