Fiscal Year Ending March 2027 – Second Quarter (Interim) Financial Summary

Overview of Performance

Consolidated results for the second quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2027 saw operating revenue and net operating revenue significantly exceed the prior year, while operating income, ordinary income, and interim net income attributable to owners of parent also showed marked growth. By segment, contributions from the financial instruments trading business were significant, with customer account numbers and client assets for FX and crypto-related services remaining robust. On the cost side, increases in personnel expenses, system investment, and taxes were observed, but revenue growth outpaced these increases, resulting in substantial profit expansion.

Outlook and Capital Allocation

The company announced a revision to its full-year consolidated earnings forecast on the same day, suggesting the possibility of an upward revision. The dividend forecast remains unchanged from the most recently announced projection, and improvements in the financial structure are progressing, including increases in cash and deposits and segregated customer trust assets. An earnings briefing for institutional investors and analysts will be held, and a recording will be posted on the website at a later date.