JFE Holdings Fiscal Year Ending March 2026 Results｜Sales ¥4.5 trillion, Net Income ¥740.3 billion

Overview of Business Performance

JFE Holdings recorded sales of ¥4.539 trillion and net income of ¥703.2 billion for the fiscal year ending March 2026. While sales decreased by 6.6% compared to the same period last year, net income declined by 23.6%. Segments such as the steel business, engineering business, and trading company business performed steadily, with efforts to improve profitability through cost reductions and price increases. Financially, total assets amounted to ¥5.8952 trillion, liabilities were ¥3.215 trillion, and treasury stocks held are approximately 33,000 shares. Looking ahead, the company expects sales of ¥4.8 trillion and net income of ¥215.0 billion for the fiscal year ending March 2027, supported by a bottoming out of overseas markets and expansion of high value-added products.

Future Outlook and Impact on Shareholders

JFE Holdings forecasts sales of ¥4.8 trillion and net income of ¥215.0 billion for the fiscal year ending March 2027. Although risks such as sluggish steel market conditions and rising raw material prices remain, the company aims to strengthen earnings through expanding high value-added products and cost reductions. Dividends are planned to be ¥50 per share for the fiscal year ending March 2025, ¥40 per share for the fiscal year ending March 2026, and are projected to reach ¥80 per share by March 2027. The company will continue share buybacks and capital policy improvements to enhance shareholder returns. External risks such as Middle East geopolitical issues and exchange rate fluctuations are monitored as part of a commitment to sustainable growth.