FY March 2026 Financial Summary [Japanese GAAP] (Consolidated)

Performance Overview

Consolidated net sales for the fiscal year ended March 2026 reached a record high of JPY 110.868 billion (0.6% YoY increase). Operating income decreased to JPY 2.847 billion (35.0% YoY decrease), mainly due to increased fixed costs from safety investments and renewal of aging equipment. Ordinary income declined to JPY 4.496 billion (12.7% YoY decrease). Meanwhile, net income attributable to owners of the parent surged to JPY 12.42 billion (569.4% YoY increase), significantly boosted by investment securities sales gains recorded in the previous year. By segment, the Japan segment reported net sales of JPY 84.53 billion (1.5% YoY increase) and operating income of JPY 2.887 billion (41.3% YoY decrease). North America segment posted net sales of JPY 0.906 billion (0.7% YoY decrease) and operating income of JPY 272 million (16.6% YoY decrease). The China segment achieved net sales of JPY 1.066 billion (0.7% YoY increase) and operating income of JPY 570 million (96.9% YoY increase). The Asia segment recorded net sales of JPY 1.769 billion (6.0% YoY increase) and operating income of JPY 1.42 billion (41.3% YoY increase).

Dividend Status and Future Outlook

The annual dividend for the fiscal year ended March 2026 was increased to JPY 60 (from JPY 40). Dividend forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2027 is planned at JPY 90 annually, announcing a plan for a JPY 30 increase from the fiscal year ended March 2026. Going forward, based on the Medium- to Long-Term Management Plan 2030, the company will focus on strengthening safety, quality, and compliance, promote growth strategies, and actively pursue shareholder returns. Net sales are forecasted to slightly decrease to JPY 110 billion, operating income is expected to increase 15.9% to JPY 3.3 billion, ordinary income is projected to decrease 16.6% to JPY 3.75 billion, and net income attributable to owners of the parent is anticipated to decline 80.7% to JPY 2.4 billion.