2027 Year-End First Quarter Consolidated Earnings速報｜Sales 1,198 million yen (Down 12.0% YoY)

Overview of Business Performance

Kobayashi Yoko announced the速報values of the first quarter of the 2027 fiscal year consolidated earnings. Although sales declined by 12.0% YoY to 1,198 million yen, ordinary income increased by 19.6% to 96 million yen, and net income attributable to owners of the parent rose by 53.9% to 99 million yen. Segment-wise, fees received from financial product transactions increased significantly to 528 million yen, while trading in commodities futures and real estate decreased. Overall, despite a sales decline, profitability remained strong.

Future Outlook and Impact on Shareholders

The future business performance remains uncertain; however, sustained robust financial services could boost profitability. While monitoring strategies to offset sales declines and market environment changes, investors should consider signs of profit growth alongside risks of revenue decrease. Details on shareholder returns and dividend policies are not disclosed, but attention is warranted on trends in dividend and shareholder return initiatives driven by profit increases.