Fiscal Year Ending March 2026 Financial Summary [IFRS] (Consolidated)

Overview of Business Results

Consolidated revenue for the fiscal year ending March 2026 reached 14,823.1 billion yen, a 0.7% increase year-over-year, supported by sales growth in the Information & Finance, Food, and Textile segments. Operating income was 701.9 billion yen, a 2.6% increase year-over-year, and net income attributable to owners of the parent was 900.3 billion yen, a 2.3% increase year-over-year, achieving profit growth. Equity-method investment income was 323.5 billion yen, down 7.4% year-over-year. The stock split (1 share to 5 shares) was implemented on January 1, 2026, resulting in basic earnings per share of 128.00 yen.

Financial Position and Cash Flows

Total assets increased to 16,732.8 billion yen year-over-year, shareholders’ equity rose to 6,590.0 billion yen, and the equity ratio improved to 39.4%. Cash flow from operating activities remained robust at 1,131.8 billion yen, cash outflows from investing activities totaled 388.9 billion yen, and cash outflows from financing activities amounted to 726.5 billion yen. The balance of cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period increased to 593.8 billion yen.

Earnings Outlook for Fiscal Year Ending March 2027

For the fiscal year ending March 2027, despite global economic uncertainties, net income attributable to owners of the parent is forecast at 950.0 billion yen, a 5.5% increase year-over-year, with dividends expected at 44 yen or more per share. As a shareholder return measure, the company plans to execute share buybacks exceeding 300 billion yen.