Ya-Man reports Q1 net loss, adjusts fiscal year and shareholder benefits

Ya-Man Ltd. announced a net loss attributable to owners of parent of JPY 877 million for the first quarter ended July 31, 2025. This was a decrease from a JPY 84 million loss in the same period of the previous fiscal year. Net sales for the quarter decreased 18.4% year-on-year to JPY 4,688 million, with an operating loss of JPY 830 million. Total assets decreased by JPY 1,261 million from the previous fiscal year-end to JPY 28,175 million.

The company's fiscal year-end has been changed from April 30 to December 31, resulting in an eight-month transitional accounting period for 2025. This change also impacts the shareholder benefits program, with the reference date shifting to December 31. Eligible shareholders holding 100 shares or more will receive discount coupons, with values ranging from JPY 5,000 to JPY 23,000 based on the number of shares and holding period.

Ya-Man reaffirmed its consolidated earnings forecast for the full year ending December 31, 2025, projecting net sales of JPY 18,000 million and a profit attributable to owners of parent of JPY 250 million. The company aims for JPY 70,000 million in net sales by the end of fiscal year 2028, with investments in branding, R&D, and overseas expansion.