Supplementary Financial Materials

Overview of Results

Consolidated revenue for the interim period was 46,687 million yen (Year-over-Year -8.5%), and operating income was 1,280 million yen (Year-over-Year -70.1%), resulting in declines in both revenue and profit. Interim net income was 419 million yen (Year-over-Year -82.5%), a significant decrease. Segment information provides breakdowns for Broadcasting & Content and Lifestyle, showing revenue composition ratios and segment operating income. Full-year forecasts are set at revenue 92,300 million yen (Year-over-Year -3.9%), operating income 4,000 million yen (Year-over-Year -16.0%), and net income 2,700 million yen (Year-over-Year -39.4%), indicating a continued challenging outlook while suggesting a tempo of recovery. The dividend policy remains focused on a payout ratio target of 30% with a long-term objective of 40%.

Impact on Shareholders and Outlook

Although interim results fell short of the prior year, the company continues to disclose full-year forecasts and maintains a policy that emphasizes strengthening and preserving the financial structure while balancing growth investments. The dividend policy states a long-term aim of achieving a 40% payout ratio, positioning shareholder returns as an important priority. Future business strategy will focus on initiatives in the Broadcasting & Content and Lifestyle businesses as keys to performance recovery.