Kyokuyo reports strong Q2 revenue growth, higher net profit despite operating decline

Kyokuyo Corporation reported an 11.0% increase in consolidated net sales, reaching JPY 155,996 million for the second quarter ended September 30, 2025, compared to JPY 140,565 million in the same period last year. Operating profit decreased by 16.6% to JPY 4,555 million, and ordinary profit fell by 21.5% to JPY 4,172 million. However, net profit attributable to parent company shareholders saw a 3.9% rise to JPY 2,814 million. Diluted earnings per share for the interim period were JPY 237.00.

The company’s total assets grew by JPY 17,901 million to JPY 200,027 million, with current assets increasing by JPY 13,140 million due to higher inventories. Shareholder's equity also rose by JPY 3,636 million to JPY 71,992 million, though the equity ratio slightly decreased by 1.3 percentage points to 35.2%.

Looking ahead, Kyokuyo maintains its full-year forecast, projecting consolidated net sales of JPY 350,000 million, operating profit of JPY 12,500 million, and ordinary profit of JPY 12,500 million. The company expects net profit attributable to shareholders to reach JPY 8,200 million, with an estimated annual dividend of JPY 150.00 per share.