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

Performance Overview

The Group released its consolidated results for the second quarter (interim) of the fiscal year ending March 2027, benefiting from expansion in the internet advertising market. Revenue increased 7.2% year-over-year to 6,087,309 thousand yen; however, decreased sales in the ad platform and increased human capital investment under the mid-term management plan led to operating, ordinary, and net losses. Digital marketing support grew 36.9% and acted as a driver. Full-year forecasts for FY2027 remain unchanged at the time of this release.

Segment Trends and Outlook

The ad platform segment saw revenue decline 14.6% year-over-year due to a reduction in large projects and changes in the competitive environment, whereas the digital marketing support segment grew 36.9% supported by strong performance including collaboration with Yomiuri Shimbun Tokyo Head Office. Other segments performed steadily. Under the mid-term plan, the Company focuses on the 'Ad Platform' and 'Digital Marketing Support' segments, targeting revenue of 16,000 million yen, operating income of 1,200 million yen, and ROE of 15% in the fiscal year ending March 2029.