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On the other hand, ordinary income decreased significantly to JPY 8,764 million (43.5% decrease YoY), and net income attributable to owners of parent dropped sharply to JPY 5,910 million (44.2% decrease YoY). Sales growth was mainly driven by strong performance in the Gyomu Super business. Profitability was pressured by increased purchasing costs due to currency fluctuations and rising prices.\n\n### Segment Performance and Financial Position\nThe Gyomu Super business saw net sales of JPY 136,289 million (6.8% increase YoY) with the number of stores increasing to 1,126. The Food Service and Prepared Food business recorded net sales of JPY 4,376 million (13.4% increase YoY), with a total of 191 stores. The Eco Renewable Energy business posted net sales of JPY 924 million (2.4% decrease YoY). Total assets were JPY 248,075 million, down JPY 12,117 million from the prior fiscal year-end, and net assets decreased by JPY 67 million to JPY 161,333 million. 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