Financial Summary for the Second Quarter (Interim) of Fiscal Year Ending March 2027 [Japanese GAAP] (Consolidated)

Summary of Results

In the second quarter, revenue increased 6.8% year-over-year to 27,424 million yen, with operating income of 2,774 million yen and ordinary income of 3,430 million yen, continuing a trend of profit growth. There were no special factors such as gains on sales of investment securities that affected the prior-year period, and interim net income decreased 5.4% year-over-year. By segment, revenues expanded in Japan, the Americas, and Southeast Asia/India, with sales expansion and cost reductions in Southeast Asia/India contributing notably. As this is the final year of the medium-term management plan, the company will continue investments including DX to improve capital efficiency.

Outlook and Shareholder Returns

The full-year earnings forecast has been revised, and the outlook has been updated based on the most recent disclosed information. Regarding dividends, a revision suggesting the year-end dividend has been indicated, which may affect the total dividend outlook for the fiscal year ending March 2027. While share buyback/disposal status is not directly disclosed in the financial summary, the financial position remains stable and the equity ratio stays at a high level.