FY2026 (Year Ending March 2026) Fiscal Year 117 Results Briefing Materials

Financial Highlights

The consolidated results for FY117 show net sales of 30,358 million yen (up 3.2% year over year) and an operating profit of 837 million yen, achieving profitability and substantial improvement. By segment, Functional Materials posted net sales of 7,345 million yen and a significant contribution to profitability, aiding overall earnings structure. Selling, general and administrative expenses were 3,351 million yen, down 1.0% year over year. Profit before tax was 1,040 million yen, and net income attributable to equity holders of the parent was 957 million yen, a substantial increase.

Outlook and Initiatives for Next Term

For FY118, the earnings forecast is net sales of 30,600 million yen (up 0.8% year over year) and operating profit of 940 million yen (up 12.3%), aiming for earnings stability and improvement in Lightweight Packaging Materials and Industrial Materials through segmental growth in Functional Materials. Key initiatives include strengthening the earnings base, productivity reforms such as labor-saving and automation, and achieving No.1 in quality, delivery timing, and responsiveness. Capital expenditure is planned at 1,100 million yen, and R&D expenditure is kept at 400 million yen.