Fiscal Year Ending March 2027 Q2 (Interim) Financial Summary

Performance Overview

Expansion of AI-related investments and continued investments in labor-saving and efficiency enhancements contributed to earnings. Results through 2Q show revenue of 88,990 million yen, operating income of 3,210 million yen, ordinary income of 3,230 million yen, and interim net income of 2,210 million yen, exceeding past results. Order intake reached 121,820 million yen and order backlog stood at 88,330 million yen, both at record highs. By segment, Japan and Asia remained firm, and recovery in Europe and the Americas is expected to continue. Full-year forecasts for the fiscal year ending March 2027 are revenue 190,000 million yen, operating income 7,640 million yen, ordinary income 7,900 million yen, and net income 5,500 million yen. These are expected to exceed the previously announced figures, and the company plans an annual dividend of 140 yen per share.

Shareholder Returns and Dividend Policy

With a target DOE of 4.59% and a policy of maintaining stable dividends, interim and year-end dividends for the fiscal year ending March 2027 are each increased by 5 yen from the prior announcement, resulting in an annual dividend plan of 140 yen per share. A shareholder benefit program providing electronic gifts based on shareholding size has been introduced. The company emphasizes balancing financial soundness with growth strategy and is considering flexible share buybacks as needed.