Kanamoto boosts dividend and announces share buyback after strong fiscal year

Kanamoto Co., Ltd. reported consolidated operating results for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2025, with net sales of JPY 213,266 million and an operating profit of JPY 17,369 million, increases of 2.9% and 19.2% respectively over the prior year. Profit attributable to owners of parent also increased by 21.8% to JPY 10,977 million, leading to earnings per share of JPY 314.15.

In light of these results, Kanamoto has revised its year-end dividend projection for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2025, from JPY 45.00 to JPY 50.00 per share, bringing the annual dividend to JPY 95.00 per share, up from JPY 80.00 in the previous fiscal year.

Furthermore, the board resolved to purchase up to 900,000 common shares, representing 2.58% of outstanding shares (excluding treasury shares), for a maximum acquisition price of JPY 3.0 bn. The buyback period is from December 8, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and aims to enhance shareholder returns and improve capital efficiency.