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Ordinary income was 6,345 million yen, and net income attributable to owners of the parent company was 5,236 million yen, turning profitable. By quarter, operating income particularly grew significantly in the 2nd and 3rd quarters.\n\n### Performance by Segment\nThe Visual Content Business recorded net sales of 52,949 million yen (21.1% increase YoY) and operating income of 2,519 million yen (479.1% increase YoY), showing strong performance. Theater operations achieved the highest-ever box office revenue, and film distribution and video licensing also contributed to earnings. The Theater Business posted net sales of 27,275 million yen (14.6% increase YoY) and operating income of 1,723 million yen, marking revenue and profit growth, but operating income decreased due to reduced film distribution. The Real Estate Business recorded net sales of 14,618 million yen (4.8% increase YoY) and operating income of 5,152 million yen (11.3% decrease YoY). Other businesses also saw increases in revenue and profit.\n\n### Earnings Guidance and Dividend Forecast for Fiscal Year Ending February 2027\nThe consolidated performance forecast for the fiscal year ending February 2027 anticipates net sales of 100,000 million yen (up 1.8% YoY), operating income of 3,700 million yen (down 40.1% YoY), ordinary income of 3,500 million yen (down 44.8% YoY), and net income attributable to owners of parent of 2,200 million yen (down 58.0% YoY), indicating a profit decline. 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