Minebea Mitsumi lifts full-year forecast on record first-half sales

Minebea Mitsumi Inc. announced a revised full-year forecast for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, with projected net sales of 1,550.0 bn yen and operating income of 100.0 bn yen, up from previous estimates. The company's interim dividend will be 25.00 yen per share, with a planned year-end dividend of 25.00 yen per share, targeting a consolidated payout ratio of around 30%.

This revision follows record-high net sales for the first half of FY26 at 778.3 bn yen, a 0.0% increase year-on-year, and operating income of 44.4 bn yen, a 5.1% decrease from the previous year. Profit attributable to owners of the parent for 1H FY26 reached 28.6 bn yen, marking a 14.0% increase. The company cited strong performance in its Precision Technologies (PT) and Motor, Lighting & Sensing (MLS) segments, particularly in data center-related businesses, as key drivers.

To support future growth, Minebea Mitsumi is expanding its Pursat Plant in Cambodia, focusing on PMC products for LiDAR, and expects to generate over 70 bn yen in operating income from the PT business. The company also announced the official launch of Minebea Linear Motion in October 2025, aiming for further expansion with ball screws and ball ways at its core, reinforcing its commitment to high-value-added areas and sustainable growth.