Notice on Revisions to Consolidated Financial Forecast for the Year Ending March 2027 and Dividend Forecast

Key points of earnings forecast revisions

Kanji Kansen (Kankogurou) has upward revised the consolidated earnings forecast for the second quarter cumulative and full year for the year ending March 2027. Supported by the favorable conditions in the international shipping dry bulk market, second quarter cumulative revenue exceeded the previous forecast, and for the full year revenue is expected to be 43,253 million yen, operating income 5,649 million yen, ordinary income 5,726 million yen, and net income attributable to owners of parent 3,822 million yen. Net income per share is expected to be about 151.78 yen, and the dividend has been revised to 45.53 yen for the year.

Dividend policy and shareholder returns

The dividend forecast is set at 45.53 yen for the year, with 6.00 yen at the end of the second quarter and 39.53 yen for the year-end total. The payout ratio policy considers potential increases in line with performance, while ensuring a minimum dividend even in poor periods. The revision emphasizes the continuity of shareholder returns with an eye toward financial soundness and medium- to long-term growth.