Kakakucom acquires LiPLUS, revises earnings forecast, outlines growth plan

Kakakucom (TSE:2371) announced the acquisition of LiPLUS Holdings, transforming it into a subsidiary and specified subsidiary due to its capital exceeding 10% of Kakakucom's. The move, formalized on March 19, 2025, aims to integrate LiPLUS’s household service platform with Kakakucom's digital marketing expertise and establish a comprehensive household category on Kakaku.com. In tandem with this acquisition, Kakakucom has revised its consolidated earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, anticipating stronger-than-expected sales and profit, particularly from Tabelog and Kyujin Box, projecting revenue of ¥78 billion and net profit of ¥19.8 billion. Concurrently, Kakakucom has released its medium-term management plan (FY26/3-FY30/3), targeting double-digit CAGR growth in revenue and profit by strategically investing in growth areas and pursuing business expansion through M&A. The plan outlines revenue targets of ¥143 billion and operating profit of ¥53 billion by FY30/3, with specific strategies for its core segments, including Tabelog and Kyujin Box. Kakakucom intends to maintain its user-first mission and values, allocating capital towards growth investments while returning surplus funds to shareholders.