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These figures represent new record highs for sales, operating income, ordinary income, and net income. The merchandise sales business performed steadily, with strong sales in smartphones, PCs, and games. The BS digital broadcasting business experienced a slight decline in net sales and a decrease in ordinary income.\n\n### Financial Position and Future Outlook\nTotal assets were JPY 523.934 billion (6.4% increase from the end of the previous fiscal year), and net assets were JPY 213.096 billion (0.6% increase). The equity ratio stood at 32.5%, slightly down from 34.2% a year earlier. There were no changes in the number of outstanding shares or treasury stock. 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