Karula's FY25 earnings exceed forecasts, dividend and outlook disclosed

Karula (TSE:2789) has released its FY25 earnings, revealing results exceeding initial forecasts announced on April 5, 2024. Consolidated sales reached ¥7,263 million, a 6.2% increase year-over-year, with operating profit at ¥365 million, up 5.0% from the previous year. The company's recurring profit rose by 6.0% to ¥359 million, and net profit attributable to the parent company's shareholders decreased 16.9% to ¥363 million. The earnings were bolstered by a ¥35 million special income item from land compensation related to the Kanesaki store relocation.