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Net income attributable to owners of the parent also narrowed its loss, resulting in a loss of 271 million yen.\n\n### Impact on Shareholders and Outlook\nAlthough net sales increased, operating loss expanded due to higher expenses. Ordinary income, including the impact of foreign exchange, improved and the net loss has narrowed. Figures will be finalized following further review associated with the closing of accounts. 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