Financial Summary for Q1 FY2027 (Japanese GAAP) (Consolidated)

Performance Overview

Consolidated net sales for Q1 reached 2,964.17 million yen (YoY +11.0%). By segment, Nonwoven Fabrics, Wellness Care, Eco Products, and Consumer all posted sales and profit increases year-over-year. Operating income was 33.3 million yen, ordinary income was 41.9 million yen, and net income attributable to owners of the parent was 303 million yen, representing a substantial increase. The "Other" businesses, including real estate leasing and disinfection-related operations, remained steady though sales slightly declined. Full-year forecasts are net sales 10,800 million yen, operating income 55 million yen, net income 44 million yen, and EPS 52.30 yen.

Shareholder Returns & Financial Position Highlights

Financial position remains healthy with total assets of 26,657.126 million yen, net assets of 19,809 million yen, and an equity ratio of 73.9%. Treasury stock is maintained at 19,263 shares. Dividends for the full fiscal year are forecast at 27 yen (0 yen at Q1-end, 27 yen at Q3-end, 27 yen at year-end). Hidden gains on a quarterly basis are increasing; note that the quarterly financial summary does not explicitly present a cash flow statement.