Financial Summary for the Third Quarter of the Fiscal Year Ending March 2026 [Japanese GAAP] (Consolidated)

Performance Overview

For the cumulative third quarter period of the fiscal year ending March 2026, consolidated net sales reached ¥437,822 million (1.6% increase YoY), operating income was ¥30,681 million (20.4% increase YoY), ordinary income was ¥32,775 million (25.8% increase YoY), and net income attributable to owners of parent for the quarter was ¥21,936 million (48.8% increase YoY). In the domestic business, sales volume declined despite price revisions, but revenue growth in overseas operations contributed to the overall increase. Operating income rose due to improved profitability of overseas subsidiaries, despite cost increases in raw materials, logistics, and labor.

Financial Condition and Dividend Situation

Total assets stood at ¥563,988 million and net assets were ¥277,080 million, resulting in an equity ratio of 48.3%, down from 51.2% the previous year. The annual dividend is forecasted at ¥93, representing an increase from ¥90 in the previous fiscal year. The number of outstanding shares remains unchanged at 89,045,086 shares. For the full fiscal year, consolidated earnings guidance projects net sales of ¥570,000 million (1.6% increase YoY), operating income of ¥33,000 million (11.3% increase YoY), and net income attributable to owners of parent of ¥19,000 million (248.0% increase YoY), expecting both revenue and profit growth.