Financial Summary for the Second Quarter (Interim Period) of Fiscal Year Ending May 2026 [Japanese GAAP] (Consolidated)

Overview of Performance

The consolidated financial results for the second quarter of the fiscal year ending May 2026 recorded net sales of 537,175 million yen (6.2% increase YoY), operating income of 20,676 million yen (1.6% increase YoY), ordinary income of 21,934 million yen (0.7% increase YoY), and net income attributable to owners of parent of 14,648 million yen (1.5% increase YoY). Aggressive store expansion included 33 new store openings, with total store count reaching 1,640 locations. Despite a challenging economic environment with weak consumer sentiment due to stagnating wage growth, performance was driven by pursuing low-cost operations.

Financial Position and Dividend Situation

Total assets stood at 542,744 million yen, an increase of 17,988 million yen from the previous fiscal year-end, and net assets were 269,131 million yen, up 11,668 million yen. Cash flow from operating activities gained 22,149 million yen, cash flow from investing activities used 28,967 million yen, and cash flow from financing activities used 6,979 million yen. The dividend at the end of the second quarter was 37.50 yen, with an expected annual dividend of 75.00 yen, representing an increase from the previous fiscal year. There is no change to the full-year earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending May 2026.