Financial Summary for the Fiscal Year Ending March 2026 [Japanese Standards] (Consolidated)

Overview of Performance

Consolidated performance for the fiscal year ending March 2026 showed sales revenue of 319.385 billion yen (up 1.1% YoY), driven by increased demand related to AI applications, leading to steady growth in semiconductor and electronic component-related products. Operating profit was 25.156 billion yen (up 2.4% YoY), while ordinary income declined slightly to 25.666 billion yen (down 1.6% YoY). Net income attributable to owners of the parent increased by 20.0% YoY to 17.374 billion yen. Segment-wise, sales of printing materials and industrial materials were 182.644 billion yen (down 1.1%), with operating profit of 1.979 billion yen (down 63.8%), whereas Electronic & Optical segments performed well with sales of 100.726 billion yen (up 4.6%) and operating profit of 22.120 billion yen (up 19.5%).

Forecasts and Dividend Policy

For the fiscal year ending March 2027, consolidated forecasts include sales revenue of 342.0 billion yen (up 7.1%), operating profit of 27.5 billion yen (up 9.3%), ordinary income of 27.5 billion yen (up 7.1%), and net income attributable to owners of the parent of 19.5 billion yen (up 12.2%). Despite uncertainties in the global economy, growth is expected driven by AI-related investments and proactive fiscal policies. The dividend for fiscal 2026 is projected to be 55 yen at the end of the period, with an annual total of 110 yen. The company aims for a payout ratio of over 40% or a dividend on equity (DOE) of 3% as part of its profit distribution policy.