Starts Corporation FY2025 earnings up, forecasts continued growth

Starts Corporation (TSE:8850) announced its consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025, showcasing a modest decrease in net sales to ¥232.978 billion, but a boost in profitability. Operating profit rose 7.0% to ¥32.622 billion, and ordinary profit remained stable at ¥33.404 billion. Net profit attributable to owners of parent grew by 9.9% to ¥24.274 billion, resulting in basic earnings per share of ¥492.15. Looking ahead, Starts Corporation forecasts net sales of ¥250 billion, operating profit of ¥35 billion, and net profit attributable to owners of parent of ¥23.5 billion for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, with a projected basic earnings per share of ¥476.45. The company plans to increase its annual dividend to ¥130.00 per share.