Tokuyama Corporation Financial Summary for the Second Quarter (Interim) of the Fiscal Year Ending March 2027

Overview of Results

In the second quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2027, Tokuyama Corporation recorded higher net sales year-on-year, while operating income, ordinary income and net income declined due to increased associated costs and changes in segment composition. Dividends are set at 60 yen at the end of the second quarter, and a total of 140 yen is forecast for the full year including 80 yen at the fiscal year-end. The full-year earnings guidance has been revised to net sales of 392,000 million yen, operating income of 34,000 million yen, ordinary income of 34,000 million yen, net income attributable to owners of parent of 46,500 million yen, and earnings per share of 648.80 yen.

Outlook and Capital Policy

Based on the revised forecast released on the same day as the earnings announcement, the annual outlook may be subject to upward revision while taking into account factors such as rising raw material and fuel costs and increased logistics expenses. The interim dividend policy remains unchanged, and plans including the full-year dividend forecast are disclosed. Financial soundness is maintained with an equity ratio of 48.8%, and liquidity is secured with cash and cash equivalents at approximately 46,000 million yen.