Fiscal Year Ending March 2026 (FY2025) Q3 Financial Results Presentation Materials

Overview of Performance

Consolidated results for the third quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2026 showed revenue of 237.8 billion yen (up 2.9% YoY), business profit of 25.9 billion yen (up 8.2% YoY), operating income of 24.8 billion yen (up 36.2% YoY), and net income attributable to owners of parent of 19.7 billion yen (up 53.2% YoY). Exchange rates were USD/JPY at 149.33 yen and EUR/JPY at 171.84 yen. By business segment, semiconductor materials recorded solid revenue and profit, supported by strong demand in AI-related applications and the memory market. High-performance plastics performed well due to steady demand in Asian markets and recovery in North American aircraft demand. The Quality of Life segment was generally robust, centered on films, sheets, and healthcare-related products.

Full-Year Earnings Forecast and Shareholder Returns

The full-year consolidated earnings forecast has been revised to revenue of 316.5 billion yen (up 2.1% from the previous forecast), business profit of 34.0 billion yen (up 4.6%), operating income of 32.5 billion yen (up 4.8%), and net income attributable to owners of parent of 25.5 billion yen (up 8.5%). Regarding shareholder returns, the annual dividend forecast is 105 yen per share (interim 50 yen, year-end 55 yen), a 10 yen increase from the previous year. The dividend payout ratio is expected to be 36%, aiming for stable and continuous profit return.