Financial Summary for the Fiscal Year Ending December 2025 [Japanese GAAP] (Consolidated)

Overview of Financial Results

For the fiscal year ending December 2025, consolidated net sales were 162,312 million yen (3.2% decrease year-over-year), operating income was 14,180 million yen (0.4% decrease year-over-year), ordinary income was 15,067 million yen (5.8% decrease year-over-year), and net income attributable to owners of parent was 12,766 million yen (7.5% increase year-over-year). The basic chemicals segment experienced declines in revenue and profit due to decreased sales volume; however, the polymers and oligomers segment, adhesive materials segment, and processed resin products segment all recorded revenue increases. The financial position showed total assets of 289,105 million yen, net assets of 215,944 million yen, and an equity ratio of 74.3%.

Dividends and Earnings Forecast

The annual dividend for the fiscal year ending December 2025 was 65 yen per share (interim dividend of 32.5 yen and year-end dividend of 32.5 yen), with a payout ratio of 55.5%. For the fiscal year ending December 2026, the earnings forecast projects net sales of 167,000 million yen (2.9% increase year-over-year), operating income of 14,500 million yen (2.3% increase year-over-year), and net income attributable to owners of parent of 11,500 million yen (9.9% decrease year-over-year). The dividend forecast is 70 yen per share (35 yen interim, 35 yen year-end), with a planned payout ratio of 64.5%.