Financial Summary for the Fiscal Year Ending February 2026 [IFRS] (Consolidated)

Overview of Financial Performance

For the fiscal year ending February 2026, consolidated revenue reached 148,332 million yen (27.8% increase YoY), operating income was 50,931 million yen (19.5% increase YoY), and net income was 37,840 million yen (23.0% increase YoY), all posting year-over-year growth. The EBITDA margin stood at 35.1%, within the planned range. Operating in a single consulting segment, demand for corporate transformation support leveraging DX and generative AI fueled the performance.

Financial Position and Cash Flow Status

Total assets increased by 32,820 million yen from the previous fiscal year-end to 157,485 million yen. Liabilities rose by 10,183 million yen to 40,447 million yen. Shareholders' equity increased by 22,637 million yen to 117,038 million yen, resulting in an equity ratio of 74.3%. Cash flow from operating activities recorded a positive 37,616 million yen, investing activities posted a negative 6,508 million yen, and financing activities showed a negative 19,352 million yen. The balance of cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period was 72,308 million yen.

Dividend Status and Future Outlook

The annual dividend for the fiscal year ending February 2026 was 100 yen (interim 50 yen, year-end 50 yen), representing a payout ratio of 40.1%. For the fiscal year ending February 2027, an annual dividend of 130 yen (interim 65 yen, year-end 65 yen) is planned. Earnings guidance for that period projects revenue of 190,000 million yen (28.1% increase YoY), operating income of 64,800 million yen (27.2% increase YoY), and net income of 48,100 million yen (27.1% increase YoY), anticipating further growth.

Share-related Matters

The number of shares outstanding at fiscal year-end was 155,411,410 shares, with treasury stock totaling 3,557,256 shares. Regarding share buyback and cancellation, the company plans to acquire up to 6,600,000 shares (capped at 30 billion yen) through market purchases from April 15 to July 31, 2026, and cancel them on August 19, 2026. This aims to enhance shareholder value per share.