Santec reports strong Q1 profit growth, raises outlook

Santec Corporation reported Q1 2026 revenue of JPY 6,186 million, down 1.9% year-over-year, but operating income rose 1.6% to JPY 2,077 million due to product mix improvements.

The optical components segment drove growth with revenue surging 95.1% to JPY 1,284 million and segment profit reaching JPY 310 million. However, optical instruments revenue fell 14.0% partly due to reduced Chinese demand.

For the full fiscal year ending March 2026, Santec raised its outlook to revenue of JPY 26,000 million and operating income of JPY 7,400 million.