Consolidated Second Quarter (Midterm) Financial Results for the Fiscal Year Ending October 2026 (Japan Standards)

Overview of results

During this period, net sales were 15,721 million yen, down 4.1% year over year, while operating income was 914 million yen, up slightly from the previous period. Ordinary income surged to 1,143 million yen, supported by smooth liquidity management and strengthened sales of high value-added products. Net income attributable to owners of the parent was 776 million yen, significantly lower year over year, but pure operating cash improvements have continued as the 800 million yen subsidy recognized in the prior period was recorded as a special benefit. By segment, profitability remained solid for both the compounded resin加工 products and machinery segments.

Outlook and Capital Allocation

The latest earnings briefing materials have been released, and an investor briefing is planned. The full-year earnings forecast issued at the previous disclosure point is unchanged. The equity ratio is high, and financial soundness is favorable. Dividend guidance for the October 2026 term remains at the level forecast at the end of the second quarter, and the policy for year-end dividends has been announced. The company will continue to pursue growth in overseas markets and the sale of high value-added products, with productivity improvements in a market recovery environment as a key challenge.