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

Overview of Performance

For the fiscal year ending March 2026, consolidated net sales reached 135.213 billion yen (7.4% YoY increase), operating income was 16.434 billion yen (13.4% YoY increase), ordinary income was 16.940 billion yen (9.6% YoY increase), and net income attributable to owners of parent was 11.644 billion yen (9.5% YoY increase). Gross profit increased to 29.676 billion yen (4.6% YoY increase) due to higher sales, while selling, general and administrative expenses decreased to 13.241 billion yen (4.6% YoY decrease). The equity ratio improved to 74.5%, strengthening the financial position.

Segment Performance

Net sales in the Business & Solutions segment were 52.810 billion yen (0.7% YoY decrease), Technology & Solutions segment sales were 45.998 billion yen (7.3% YoY increase), and Platform & Services segment sales were 36.405 billion yen (22.1% YoY increase). Growth in the Platform & Services segment drove overall company growth.

Dividends and Stock Split

The year-end dividend for the fiscal year ending March 2026 was 22 yen (post stock split), representing an increase from 77 yen (pre-split) in the previous year. The annual dividend is planned at 60 yen (post-split), with the next fiscal year forecasted at 38 yen (15 yen interim, 23 yen year-end). Additionally, a 4-for-1 stock split of common shares was conducted on October 1, 2025.

Earnings Guidance for Fiscal Year Ending March 2027

For the fiscal year ending March 2027, consolidated earnings are forecasted as follows: net sales of 142.0 billion yen (5.0% YoY increase), operating income of 17.0 billion yen (3.4% YoY increase), ordinary income of 17.350 billion yen (2.4% YoY increase), net income attributable to owners of parent of 11.7 billion yen (0.5% YoY increase), and earnings per share of 75 yen.

Medium-term Management Plan and Growth Strategy

The medium-term management plan (2025-2027) focuses on the evolution of focus businesses and deepening of core businesses, execution of strategic alliances, and strengthening group management foundations. The company is actively investing in growth areas, including promotion of new businesses utilizing generative AI and strengthening collaboration with OpenAI Japan. The plan aims for AI-related sales of 10 billion yen by fiscal year 2030.

Risks and Responses

The company is addressing various risks such as intensified price competition in the information services industry, shifting customer needs, regulatory risks in overseas operations, talent retention challenges due to changing labor environments, and cybersecurity enhancements. Efforts to strengthen compliance and internal controls are also underway.