Financial Summary for the Fiscal Year Ending February 2026 [Japanese GAAP] (Consolidated)

Overview of Business Performance for the Fiscal Year Ending February 2026

Consolidated operating revenue for the fiscal year ending February 2026 reached 547.145 billion yen (2.9% increase YoY), operating income was 10.748 billion yen (2.0% increase YoY), and ordinary income was 11.56 billion yen (4.4% increase YoY), marking record highs. On the other hand, net income attributable to owners of parent was 5.971 billion yen (1.1% decrease YoY). Sales remained solid mainly in food products, with same-store sales at 103.1% of the previous year. There were 16 new store openings and 8 closures, resulting in 348 stores at the end of the period. Selling, general and administrative expenses increased due to upfront investments and wage increases; however, efforts to improve efficiency through labor-saving measures and DX investments helped to curb expense growth.

Outlook and Dividend Policy

The consolidated earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending February 2027 projects sales of 600 billion yen (9.7% increase YoY), operating income of 10.8 billion yen (0.5% increase YoY), ordinary income of 10.2 billion yen (11.4% decrease YoY), and net income attributable to owners of parent of 6.5 billion yen (8.9% increase YoY). Growth will be accelerated through 30 new store openings, investments in revitalizing existing stores, and equipment renewal of M&A stores. Dividends are planned at 50 yen annually (25 yen interim and 25 yen year-end), continuing stable profit returns with a target payout ratio of 30%.