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

Performance Overview

For the fiscal year ending March 2026, consolidated results recorded net sales of JPY 1,169,289 million (10.4% YoY increase), operating income of JPY 595,759 million (8.4% YoY increase), ordinary income of JPY 635,756 million (13.3% YoY increase), and net income attributable to owners of parent of JPY 445,185 million (11.7% YoY increase). Domestically, sales reached JPY 390,066 million (4.6% YoY increase) supported by new product launches and strengthened sales operations. Overseas, sales amounted to JPY 779,222 million (13.5% YoY increase), driven by strong performance in North, Central, and South America as well as Asia. Despite uncertainties in the global economy, the company focuses on developing high value-added products and enhancing sales capabilities against the backdrop of increasing demand for automation, quality improvement, and energy savings.

Financial Position and Dividend Status

Total assets increased to JPY 3,670,655 million, and net assets grew to JPY 3,471,472 million, maintaining a high equity ratio of 94.6%. Cash flow from operating activities increased by JPY 430,680 million, cash flow from investing activities decreased by JPY 312,387 million, and cash flow from financing activities decreased by JPY 113,722 million. The annual dividend was increased to JPY 550.00 (from JPY 350.00 in the previous year), resulting in a payout ratio of 30.0%.