| 指標 | 当期 | 前年同期 | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue / Net Sales | ¥3336.7B | ¥3187.3B | +4.7% |
| Operating Income | ¥183.3B | ¥168.2B | +9.0% |
| Ordinary Income | ¥187.9B | ¥165.5B | +13.5% |
| Net Income | ¥124.8B | ¥117.5B | +6.2% |
| ROE | 2.4% | 2.3% | - |
FY2026 Q1 (Jan–Mar) reported Revenue of ¥3,336B (YoY +¥149B +4.7%), Operating Income of ¥183B (YoY +¥15B +9.0%), Ordinary Income of ¥188B (YoY +¥22B +13.5%), and Quarterly Net Income attributable to owners of parent of ¥119B (YoY +¥9B +8.7%). Gross margin improved to 33.6% (prior year 33.5%) driven by the entrenchment of price revisions and an improved product mix; SG&A ratio improved to 28.1% (prior year 28.3%), resulting in an Operating Margin increase of 0.2pt to 5.5% (prior year 5.3%). Ordinary Income grew more than Operating Income due to increased non-operating income (dividends received, foreign exchange gains, etc.). Profit progress rates versus the Full Year plan stood at Operating Income 28.6%, Ordinary Income 28.0%, and Net Income 28.1%, exceeding standard progress (25%) by more than 3pt, indicating effectiveness of pricing policy and cost efficiency measures.
[Revenue] Revenue was ¥3,336B (YoY +4.7%), showing steady performance. The core Grocery (食品事業) recorded ¥3,143B (+4.8%) and accounted for 94.2% of total revenue, with contributions from sweet breads ¥1,262B (+4.0%), Western confectionery ¥431B (+2.4%), prepared breads & rice meals ¥407B (+6.3%), and confectionery & rice crackers ¥482B (+8.0%). The main drivers of revenue growth were penetration of price revisions and expansion of high-value-added products. Distribution (流通事業) was ¥214B (+1.0%), showing only a slight increase. Revenues arising from contracts with customers totaled ¥3,336B, comprising nearly all sales and indicating a stable recurring revenue base.
[Profitability] Gross profit was ¥1,121B (gross margin 33.6%), up +5.0% YoY, with gross margin improving by 0.1pt. SG&A was ¥938B (SG&A ratio 28.1%), up +4.1% YoY, a rate below revenue growth, resulting in a 0.2pt improvement in SG&A ratio. Consequently, Operating Income was ¥183B (Operating Margin 5.5%), up +9.0% YoY, delivering profit growth exceeding revenue growth. Non-operating items produced net income of +¥5B, with interest income of ¥2B, dividend income of ¥1B, and foreign exchange gains of ¥2B contributing, while interest expense of ¥4B and foreign exchange losses of ¥5B were recorded. Ordinary Income was ¥188B (+13.5%), outpacing Operating Income growth. Extraordinary items were net -¥4B (primarily loss on disposal of fixed assets ¥5B), resulting in Profit Before Tax of ¥184B (+10.9%). After deducting income taxes of ¥59B (effective tax rate 32.2%), Quarterly Net Income was ¥125B (+6.2%); Net Income attributable to owners of parent, after excluding non-controlling interests of ¥6B, was ¥119B (+8.7%), achieving both revenue and profit growth.
Grocery (食品事業) recorded Revenue of ¥3,143B (YoY +4.8%), Operating Income of ¥178B (YoY +10.3%), and Operating Margin 5.7% (prior year 5.4%), and is the core segment generating 97% of consolidated Operating Income. Growth and margin improvements in sweet breads, prepared breads, and confectionery/rice crackers drove results. In contrast, Distribution (流通事業) reported Revenue of ¥214B (+1.0%) but an Operating Loss of ¥5B (prior year -¥2B), with an Operating Margin of -2.2%, indicating an expanded deficit. This is a deterioration from -1.3% in the prior year, driven by increased distribution costs and weakened profitability. The Distribution segment’s loss is a factor suppressing the company’s consolidated Operating Margin, and improving its profitability remains a challenge. Other businesses posted Revenue of ¥39B and Operating Income of ¥9B, serving a complementary role.
[Profitability] Operating Margin improved 0.2pt to 5.5% (prior year 5.3%), Gross Margin 33.6% (prior year 33.5%), and SG&A ratio 28.1% (prior year 28.3%), reflecting overall efficiency gains. Net Margin was 3.7% (prior year 3.7%) and remained flat, while ROE was 2.4% (prior year 2.4%) and remains low, indicating room to improve capital efficiency. EPS was ¥60.49 (prior year ¥55.39, +9.2%), showing near double-digit growth. [Cash Quality] Cash and deposits were ¥1,683B against Interest-bearing debt of ¥910B (short-term borrowings ¥545B + long-term borrowings ¥369B), yielding net cash of ¥773B. Interest coverage was 42.8x (Operating Income ¥183B / interest expense ¥4B), indicating minimal interest burden and strong financial health. [Investment Efficiency] Total assets were ¥9,159B (prior year ¥9,319B) with total asset turnover of 0.36x/year, low and indicating scope for asset-efficiency improvements. Accounts receivable were ¥1,246B, down ¥251B from ¥1,497B a year earlier, but Days Sales Outstanding remain at a long-term level, so working capital optimization remains an issue. [Financial Soundness] Equity Ratio was 56.1% (prior year 54.8%), maintaining a stable level; Current Ratio was 134.5% (Current Assets ¥3,472B / Current Liabilities ¥2,581B), and Quick Ratio 127.7%, indicating solid short-term liquidity. Net assets were ¥5,136B (prior year ¥5,108B), steadily accumulated.
Cash flow statement data is not disclosed, but balance sheet movements allow analysis of cash trends. Cash and deposits increased by ¥44B to ¥1,683B (prior year ¥1,638B), implying cash generation from operating activities. Accounts receivable decreased ¥251B to ¥1,246B (prior year ¥1,497B), indicating progress in collections. Inventories increased ¥16B to ¥176B (prior year ¥160B), suggesting build-up of raw material inventories or finished goods at period end. Investment securities rose ¥55B to ¥914B (prior year ¥859B), reflecting valuation gains or additional investments. Interest-bearing debt decreased ¥45B to ¥910B (prior year ¥955B), improving financial flexibility. Accrued corporate tax decreased ¥53B to ¥66B (prior year ¥119B), reflecting payment of prior period taxes. Bonus reserve increased ¥106B to ¥172B (prior year ¥67B), indicating higher personnel cost provisions and prepayment of future cash outflows. Net assets increased ¥28B to ¥5,136B (prior year ¥5,108B), reflecting retained earnings. Overall liquidity is solid, with a balance maintained between working capital management and investment activities.
Of Ordinary Income ¥188B, Operating Income accounted for ¥183B, and non-operating net items of +¥5B represent only 0.1% of Revenue, indicating that recurring business earnings comprise the majority of profits. Non-operating income of ¥12B includes dividend income ¥1B and foreign exchange gains ¥2B, while non-operating expense of ¥7B includes interest expense ¥4B and foreign exchange losses ¥5B. Foreign exchange items were recorded on both sides, largely offsetting intra-quarter FX effects. Extraordinary income was ¥1B (gain on sale of investment securities ¥1B, gain on sale of fixed assets ¥1B) and extraordinary losses were ¥5B (loss on retirement/disposal of fixed assets ¥5B), producing net extraordinary items of -¥4B, limited to -2% of Ordinary Income. Comprehensive Income of ¥177B exceeded Net Income ¥125B by ¥52B, comprised of Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments ¥23B, Net Change in Valuation of Securities ¥38B, and Remeasurements of Defined Benefit Plans -¥9B. The large valuation gains on investment securities indicate unrealized gains in Investment Securities ¥914B but are not realized gains and are therefore temporary in nature. Large decrease in Accounts Receivable indicates progress on collections, while the significant increase in bonus reserve represents prepayment of future cash outflows; accruals are therefore neutral. Overall, earnings quality is high and operating-led, with limited contribution from one-off factors.
Full Year forecast is maintained at Revenue ¥13,380B (YoY +2.0%), Operating Income ¥640B (YoY +4.7%), Ordinary Income ¥670B (YoY +4.2%), and Net Income attributable to owners of parent ¥425B. Q1 progress rates versus Full Year forecast were Revenue 25.0% (¥3,336B/¥13,380B), Operating Income 28.6% (¥183B/¥640B), Ordinary Income 28.0% (¥188B/¥670B), and Net Income 28.1% (¥119B/¥425B), with profit items exceeding standard progress (25%) by more than 3pt. This indicates that price revisions, product mix improvements, and cost efficiencies contributed earlier than expected in Q1. If raw material and energy costs remain stable and Distribution segment profitability improves in H2, there is upside potential, but at present no forecast revision is planned and conservative guidance is maintained.
Dividend forecast is maintained at Annual ¥60 (Interim ¥30 / Year-end ¥30), unchanged from the prior year. Payout Ratio relative to Full Year forecast EPS ¥215.73 is 27.8%, indicating a stable return policy. Based on Q1 EPS ¥60.49 annualized, the payout ratio would remain at a similar level, indicating sustainability of the dividend burden. With net cash of ¥773B and cash of ¥1,683B, liquidity supports dividend stability. Treasury stock holdings increased slightly to ¥234B (prior year ¥228B), but no large share buybacks were executed. Total Return Ratio is around 28%, centered on dividends, with surplus funds retained internally. Going forward, there is room to increase dividends or expand buybacks as ROE improves, but the current stance remains conservative.
Raw material price volatility risk: Key raw materials such as wheat, sugar, and fats & oils account for a substantial portion of Cost of Goods Sold of ¥2,216B and are linked to international commodity markets and FX movements. With gross margin only marginally higher YoY at 33.6%, there is a risk of margin compression if price hikes cannot be fully passed through in a timely manner.
Profit deterioration risk in Distribution business: The Distribution segment posted an Operating Loss of ¥5B (Operating Margin -2.2%), widening the deficit. Although Revenue ¥214B is only 6.4% of the total, continued losses could suppress consolidated profitability. If logistics cost increases and declining profitability are not improved, downward pressure on consolidated margins will persist.
Working capital stagnation risk: While Accounts Receivable of ¥1,246B decreased YoY, if collection periods remain extended, Operating Cash Flow growth could slow and liquidity flexibility could decline. The large increase in bonus reserve (¥106B increase) signals higher personnel cost burden and constitutes pressure for future cash outflows.
Profitability / Returns
| 指標 | 自社 | 中央値 (IQR) | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Margin | 5.5% | – | – |
| Net Margin | 3.7% | – | – |
Relative assessment is difficult due to lack of industry median data, but an Operating Margin of 5.5% is estimated to be a standard level for the food industry.
Growth / Capital Efficiency
| 指標 | 自社 | 中央値 (IQR) | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue Growth Rate (YoY) | 4.7% | – | – |
Revenue growth of 4.7% reflects price revisions and product mix improvements and indicates solid growth within the food industry.
※Source: Company aggregation
Effectiveness of pricing policy and cost management: Operating Margin improved to 5.5% (+0.2pt), with Gross Margin and SG&A ratio both showing efficiency gains. Q1 profit progress relative to Full Year plan is in the high 20% range, above standard, and if price revisions and product mix improvements persist, there is upside to Full Year results, assuming continued stability in raw material and energy costs.
Need to improve capital efficiency: With ROE at 2.4% and Total Asset Turnover at 0.36x, capital efficiency remains low. While Grocery margin improvement to 5.7% is positive, correcting Distribution losses and compressing working capital are key to further profit improvement. Financial health is strong, and there is scope to utilize net cash of ¥773B.
Polarization of segment earnings: Grocery generates almost all consolidated profits, while Distribution widened its Operating Loss to ¥5B. High dependence on the core business raises the question of rebuilding or exiting non-core businesses as part of portfolio optimization. Payout Ratio of 28% provides room and dividend stability is high.
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