Bic Camera reports record profits, increases annual dividend

Bic Camera Inc. reported record consolidated results for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2025, with net sales reaching JPY 974,483 million, a 5.6% increase year-over-year. Operating profit surged by 24.1% to JPY 30,274 million, while ordinary profit grew by 19.7% to JPY 31,929 million. Net profit attributable to owners of parent also saw a substantial rise of 25.7% to JPY 17,476 million.

The company's individual performance also exceeded previous fiscal year results, driven by strong sales of mobile phones, pharmaceuticals, and daily goods. Individual net sales increased by 4.9% to JPY 472,422 million, and all profit metrics surpassed the prior year due to this sales growth and a significant reduction in extraordinary losses.

In line with these strong results, Bic Camera announced an increased annual dividend of JPY 41 per share for the fiscal year ended August 31, 2025, consisting of an interim dividend of JPY 18 and a year-end dividend of JPY 23. This reflects the company's commitment to a consolidated dividend payout ratio of 40% and marks an increase from JPY 33 per share in the previous fiscal year.