Besterra raises FY26 profit forecast, announces special dividend

Besterra has revised its consolidated financial results forecasts for the fiscal year ending January 31, 2026, citing the sale of cross-shareholdings during the quarter ended April 30, 2025, and overall improved performance. The company now anticipates profit attributable to owners of the parent to reach ¥950 million, a 5.5% increase from its previous forecast. While revenue projections remain unchanged at ¥13 billion, the company's commitment to enhance shareholder returns is underscored by its decision to issue a commemorative dividend of ¥10.00 per share, bringing the total annual dividend to ¥40.00 per share. This includes an interim dividend of ¥15.00 per share and a year-end dividend of ¥15.00 per share. Besterra stated it manages its financial results on an annual basis and had not previously presented consolidated financial results forecast for the six months ending July 31, which has now been announced. The company also announced it would be cancelling 1,440,000 shares of treasury stock.