Notice Regarding Revision of Full-Year Earnings Forecast and Distribution of Surplus (Interim Dividend — Increase)

Revision of Earnings Outlook and Positive Drivers

Based on a resolution of the Board of Directors, we have upwardly revised the consolidated full-year earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2027. Due to a trend of yen depreciation and the effects of initiatives to strengthen our earning capacity, net sales and each profit metric are expected to exceed the previous forecast. Compared to the base of the fiscal year ending September 2026, figures have increased, with key indicators now at net sales of 340,000 million yen, operating income of 20,500 million yen, ordinary income of 21,000 million yen, net income attributable to owners of parent of 13,800 million yen, and net income per share of 240 yen 75 sen.

Increase in Interim Dividend and Annual Dividend Policy

The interim dividend has been raised to 42 yen per share, and the annual dividend is expected to be 84 yen. Assuming the record date of September 30, the total dividend amount is planned at 2,412 million yen, representing an increase compared with the most recent dividend forecast. The amount reflects the revision to this term's earnings forecast and demonstrates a strengthened shareholder return policy.