【Kotobuki Spirits】2026 Earnings Results | Sales of 7.878 billion yen (YoY +8.9%)

Performance Overview

Kotobuki Spirits' consolidated operating results for the fiscal year ending March 2026 reached record highs with sales of 7.878 billion yen (YoY +8.9%), operating income of 1.860 billion yen (+5.6%), ordinary income of 1.873 billion yen (+5.9%), and net income of 1.256 billion yen (+3.6%). Segments such as the Shukurei Group and Kotobuki Confectionery Group performed steadily, with results driven by efforts to attract inbound demand and develop new products, expanding sales and profits. Overall, the company is promoting growth strategies aligned with its medium-term management plan "Value Up Vision 2030" amid an economic recovery.

Outlook and Impact on Shareholders

Kotobuki Spirits aims to continue creating and nurturing premium gift sweets brands nationwide based on its medium-term management goals beyond 2026, targeting an ordinary income margin of 30%, sales of 35 billion yen, and ROE of 30% or higher. The company plans to pay a dividend of 35 yen per share, with ongoing initiatives for share buybacks and increased dividends linked to profit growth. As the economy gradually recovers, the company will continue proactive investments and shareholder returns to enhance corporate value.