Dai Nippon Printing sees mid-year growth driven by strategic investments

Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. announced strong performance for the first six months of the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, with consolidated net sales of 738.7 bn yen, a 4.3% increase year-over-year. Operating income surged by 22.2% to 46.6 bn yen, while ordinary income grew 5.8% to 52.9 bn yen. However, net income attributable to parent company shareholders decreased by 32.7% to 60.3 bn yen, partly due to reduced proceeds from policy-held share sales and foreign exchange losses.

The company's mid-term management plan, targeting 1.3 trillion yen in operating profit, is progressing well. Strategic investments of 390.0 bn yen, including M&A activities and enhanced production lines in digital interface and high-performance material businesses, contributed to the strong results. Notable acquisitions include Rubicon SEZC and its seven subsidiaries. Dividends for the first six months of fiscal year 2026 are 18.00 yen per share, with a full-year forecast of 40.00 yen per share.

Full-year forecasts remain unchanged, with projected net sales of 1,500.0 bn yen, operating income of 94.0 bn yen, and ordinary income of 105.0 bn yen. The company continues to implement structural reforms, including organizational restructuring in publishing and marketing, alongside optimizing manufacturing bases.