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Segment-wise, domestic sales of dairy products and soft drinks decreased amid tough market conditions, but overseas operations remain steady.\n\n### Forecasts and Shareholder Returns\nFor the fiscal year ending March 2027, consolidated earnings are projected to be approximately 527.0 billion yen (8.3% increase) in sales and approximately 46.5 billion yen (5.1% increase) in net income, with continued efforts to promote sales and introduce new products domestically and internationally. Dividends will be increased to 70 yen, with a plan to pay 72 yen in the next period. The company plans to repurchase and cancel treasury stock to improve capital efficiency and aims for long-term enhancement of corporate value.","jir_financial_highlights":"Sales Revenue: 486.5 billion yen (YoY -2.7%)\nOperating Profit: 45.1 billion yen (YoY -18.4%)\nNet Income Attributable to Owners of the Parent: 44.2 billion yen (YoY -2.9%)","jir_category":"","jir_hashtags":"#Yakult, #IRResults, #JapaneseStocks","jir_key_figures":"Sales Revenue: 486.5 billion yen (YoY -2.7%)\nNet Income: 44.2 billion yen (YoY -2.9%)\nDividends: 70 yen (planned increase)","jir_meta_title":"\u3010Yakult\u30112026 Fiscal Year Financial Results | Sales of 486.5 billion yen (YoY -2.7%)","jir_meta_description":"Yakult Honsha recorded sales of 486.5 billion yen and net income of 44.2 billion yen for the fiscal year ending March 2026. 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