Takara & Company reports strong half-year performance, upbeat outlook

For the first six months ended November 30, 2025, Takara & Company reported consolidated net sales of 16,075 million yen, up 8.1% year-on-year, with operating profit climbing 9.6% to 2,301 million yen. Ordinary profit increased by 7.8% to 2,388 million yen, and profit attributable to owners of parent rose 5.0% to 1,534 million yen. The disclosure-related business segment saw net sales grow 6.5% to 11,775 million yen, boosted by increased shareholder meeting convocation notices, integrated reports, and the consolidation of J. Trust Co. The interpreting & translation business segment also recorded a 12.7% increase in net sales to 4,300 million yen due to active sales and an expanded service lineup, including new AI translation platforms.

Total assets decreased by 3.0% to 38,849 million yen compared to May 31, 2025, while total net assets increased by 1.3% to 31,122 million yen. The company's full-year consolidated earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending May 31, 2026, remains unchanged, projecting net sales of 33,000 million yen, operating profit of 4,400 million yen, and profit attributable to owners of parent of 3,100 million yen.

The company plans an annual dividend of 120.00 yen per share, with an interim dividend of 60.00 yen already declared. No revisions have been made to the previously announced dividend forecasts.