Fiscal Year Ending March 2027 Q2 (Interim) Financial Summary [Japan GAAP] (Consolidated)

Overview of Results

This financial summary discloses consolidated results for the cumulative second quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2027. Net sales were 98,363 million yen, up 3.5% year-on-year; operating income was 5,126 million yen, up 9.3%; and ordinary income was 6,918 million yen, up 5.3%, maintaining a trend of profit growth. By segment, Home Services (direct sales), Food, and Other segments all posted revenue increases, contributing to an improved gross margin. The full-year forecast remains unchanged, with a cautious outlook reflecting market conditions in the second half. A change in the scope of consolidation was recorded with the new consolidation of Shanghai Desqing Trading Co., Ltd.

Outlook and Shareholder Returns

The full-year earnings forecast remains unchanged from the time of publication, taking into account potential impacts such as developments in the Middle East during the second half and effects from the Kumamoto earthquake. There has been no revision to the most recently announced dividend forecast; actual or forecast year-end dividend amounts are not specified in the materials. The equity ratio remains at a high level, indicating continued strengthening of the financial base.