Marubeni (TSE:8002) reports increased profit, expands share repurchase program

Marubeni Corporation (TSE:8002) reported a net profit attributable to owners of the parent of JPY 503.0 billion for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025, a 6.7% increase compared to the JPY 471.4 billion reported in the previous fiscal year. Revenue increased by 7.4% to JPY 7,790.2 billion. The company forecasts a net profit of JPY 510.0 billion for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. Alongside earnings, Marubeni has expanded its share repurchase program. Initially announced on February 5, 2025, the program’s maximum repurchase amount has been increased by JPY 40.0 billion to JPY 70.0 billion, and the repurchase period has been extended to January 30, 2026. The company also announced the issuance of USD 500 million in unsecured bonds on April 1, 2025, with a coupon rate of 5.383% and maturity date of 2035/4/1, with the proceeds to be used for general corporate purposes. The dividend per share for fiscal year 2026 is forecasted at JPY 100.00.