Nomura Research Institute, Ltd. Financial Summary for the Second Quarter (Interim) of Fiscal Year Ending March 2027 [IFRS]

Summary of Results

For the second quarter (interim) of the fiscal year ending March 2027, Nomura Research Institute, Ltd. recorded revenue of 429,906 million yen and operating income of 88,272 million yen. Although the overseas proportion fluctuated, overall the main segments achieved revenue growth and sustained improvements in profitability. Interim net profit was 60,257 million yen, a 12.0% increase year-over-year. Under the Medium-Term Plan 2028, the company positions business transformation through AI utilization, expansion of digital security, and growth of social co-creation as its growth strategy pillars.

Shareholder Returns and Outlook

The dividend forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2027 has been revised to a year-end dividend of 46 yen and an annual dividend of 88 yen. The consolidated dividend payout ratio is 40.1%. The company will improve capital efficiency through share buybacks, cancellations, and reintroduction of a trust-type employee stock ownership incentive. Going forward, it aims to achieve stable growth and ensure sustainability through expansion in AI and security areas under the Medium-Term Plan 2028 and global expansion.