KH Neochem Co., Ltd.
Financial Summary for the Fiscal Year Ending December 2025 [Japanese GAAP] (Consolidated)
Consolidated net sales for the fiscal year ending December 2025 were 115.098 billion yen (3.9% decrease YoY), operating income was 11.248 billion yen (7.8% decrease YoY), and net income attributable to owners of the parent was 7.799 billion yen (6.7% decrease YoY). The annual dividend is planned at 105 yen.
Key Figures
- Net Sales: 115,098 million yen (3.9% decrease YoY)
- Operating Income: 11,248 million yen (7.8% decrease YoY)
- Net Income Attributable to Owners of Parent: 7,799 million yen (6.7% decrease YoY)
AI要約
Overview of Business Performance
For the fiscal year ending December 2025, consolidated net sales were 115.098 billion yen (3.9% decrease YoY), operating income was 11.248 billion yen (7.8% decrease YoY), ordinary income was 10.793 billion yen (10.5% decrease YoY), and net income attributable to owners of the parent was 7.799 billion yen (6.7% decrease YoY). By segment, Functional Materials recorded net sales of 56.686 billion yen (1.5% increase YoY), remaining nearly flat year-on-year, and Electronic Materials saw net sales of 12.309 billion yen (2.9% increase YoY) with increased profits, whereas Basic Chemicals experienced a significant decline with net sales of 45.374 billion yen (11.4% decrease YoY). Operating profit margin decreased compared to the previous year, reflecting a challenging business environment.
Financial Position and Cash Flow
Total assets decreased by 1.36 billion yen from the previous period to 130.101 billion yen, while net assets increased by 710 million yen to 72.629 billion yen, resulting in an equity ratio of 53.6%. Cash flow from operating activities was positive at 13.783 billion yen, marking a significant improvement from the previous period. Cash used in investing activities amounted to 4.627 billion yen, and cash used in financing activities was 9.566 billion yen, mainly influenced by treasury stock acquisitions and dividend payments.
Dividend Status and Future Outlook
The annual dividend for the fiscal year ending December 2025 is 105 yen (interim dividend 52.5 yen, year-end dividend 52.5 yen), with a payout ratio rising to 48.1%. For the fiscal year ending December 2026, earnings guidance projects net sales of 114 billion yen (1.0% decrease YoY), operating income of 13.5 billion yen (20.0% increase YoY), ordinary income of 12.6 billion yen (16.7% increase YoY), and net income attributable to owners of the parent of 8.7 billion yen (11.5% increase YoY). The company plans to focus on capturing growth opportunities in the Functional Materials segment and improving productivity in the Basic Chemicals segment to strengthen profitability.
