| Metric | Current Period | Same Period of Previous Year | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ¥1143.1B | ¥899.1B | +27.1% |
| Operating Income | ¥490.3B | ¥344.8B | +42.2% |
| Ordinary Income | ¥484.4B | ¥340.0B | +42.5% |
| Net Income | ¥342.8B | ¥237.7B | +44.2% |
| ROE | 5.9% | 4.0% | - |
In addition to higher revenue and earnings, a significant improvement in the operating margin resulted in earnings growth outpacing revenue growth, which was the defining feature of the quarter. Revenue was ¥1,143.1B (¥899.1B in the same period of the previous year, +27.1%), Operating Income was ¥490.3B (¥344.8B, +42.2%), Ordinary Income was ¥484.4B (¥340.0B, +42.5%), and Net Income attributable to owners of the parent was ¥342.2B (¥237.7B, +44.0%). The operating margin improved to 42.9%, up +4.5pt from 38.3% in the same period of the previous year, primarily due to an increase in the gross margin and a decline in the SG&A ratio.
【Revenue】Although a breakdown by business is not provided because the company reports a single segment, Revenue grew significantly by +27.1% year on year. Contract liabilities (advance payments) totaled ¥729.7B, an increase of ¥229.6B (+45.9%) year on year, suggesting that a substantial order backlog is supporting revenue growth.
【Profit and Loss】The gross margin improved to 71.3% (68.1% in the previous year, +3.2pt), while the SG&A ratio declined to 28.4% (29.8% in the previous year, -1.3pt), resulting in the operating margin expanding to 42.9% (38.3% in the previous year, +4.5pt). Non-operating items included ¥3.5B in interest income versus ¥9.1B in foreign exchange losses and other items, resulting in a small net loss; the Ordinary Income margin was 42.4% (37.8% in the previous year). Extraordinary items were minor, comprising ¥0.1B in extraordinary income and ¥0.4B in extraordinary losses, meaning that current-period profit was essentially generated by the core business. In conclusion, the company achieved higher revenue and earnings.
【Profitability】The operating margin was 42.9%, improving +4.5pt from 38.3% in the same period of the previous year, while the Net Income margin (on an attributable-to-owners-of-the-parent basis) was 29.9%, improving +3.5pt from 26.4% in the previous year. The gross margin remained high at 71.3% (68.1% in the previous year). 【Cash Quality】Contract liabilities (advance payments) were ¥729.7B, up +45.9% year on year, indicating a cash-in-first structure. Meanwhile, inventories showed an increasing trend, comprising ¥478.1B in finished products, ¥636.1B in raw materials, and ¥415.3B in work in process; accounts receivable also remained high at ¥585.96B (+1.9% year on year). 【Investment Efficiency】ROE was 5.9%. Despite the improvement in the Net Income margin, total asset turnover (Revenue / total assets) remained at approximately 0.152x, with the limited improvement in asset efficiency constraining upside in ROE. 【Financial Soundness】The Equity Ratio was 77.5% (78.9% in the previous year), while fixed liabilities were a negligible ¥10.9B, indicating that the company’s financial position is generally robust.
Cash and deposits were ¥2,838.9B, remaining nearly flat at -0.2% from ¥2,845.75B in the same period of the previous year. While contract liabilities (advance payments) increased by ¥229.6B year on year, creating a cash-in-first structure, the accumulation of inventories and a slight increase in accounts receivable (+¥11.2B) raised working capital. Accounts payable and electronic obligations payable increased by a combined +¥47.4B, indicating that funds are also being utilized on the payment side. Overall, cash generation from operating activities and the accumulation of inventories and receivables largely offset each other, and cash levels appear to have remained stable.
Non-operating income and expenses resulted in a small net loss, with ¥3.5B in interest income offset by ¥9.1B in foreign exchange losses and other items. Extraordinary items were also minor, comprising ¥0.1B in extraordinary income and ¥0.4B in extraordinary losses. Accordingly, Ordinary Income and Net Income can be regarded as being primarily composed of profits generated by the core business. Comprehensive income was ¥352.0B, slightly exceeding Net Income attributable to owners of the parent of ¥342.2B. This difference was attributable to the addition of other comprehensive income items, including +¥8.0B in foreign currency translation adjustments, and remained limited at approximately +¥9.8B. The effective tax rate was 29.2%, nearly unchanged from 29.4% in the previous year, with no unusual factors apparent in the tax burden.
The Q1 progress rates against the Full-Year plan were 47.1% for Revenue, 46.8% for Operating Income, 46.2% for Ordinary Income, and 46.4% for Net Income (on an attributable-to-owners-of-the-parent basis), all substantially exceeding the 25% implied by a simple quarterly allocation. The Full-Year plan calls for Revenue of ¥2,428.0B (+24.8% year on year), Operating Income of ¥1,049.0B (+33.0%), and Ordinary Income of ¥1,048.0B (+31.9%). During the quarter, the company revised its earnings forecast and dividend forecast. The fact that first-half results are progressing ahead of the pace required to meet the Full-Year plan provides a reference point when assessing the direction of future revisions to the plan.
Based on projected Full-Year EPS of ¥680.39 and projected dividends of ¥171, the Payout Ratio is approximately 25.1%. The company is projected to increase its dividend by ¥42 from the previous fiscal year’s actual dividend of ¥129, and the dividend forecast was revised during the quarter. Given the financial foundation of ¥2,838.9B in cash and deposits and an Equity Ratio of 77.5%, the company’s ability to secure funds for dividends is strong.
Risk of fluctuations in the semiconductor manufacturing equipment market: Revenue surged +27.1% year on year, while contract liabilities (advance payments) accumulated to ¥729.7B (+45.9% year on year). When the demand cycle reverses, changes in the pace of order fulfillment could affect business performance.
Accumulation of working capital: Inventories showed an increasing trend from the previous year, comprising ¥478.1B in finished products, ¥636.1B in raw materials, and ¥415.3B in work in process. Accounts receivable also remained high at ¥585.96B (+1.9% year on year). Increases in inventories and receivables may tie up funds, making trends in turnover efficiency an area requiring attention.
Impact of foreign exchange fluctuations: The company recorded ¥9.1B in foreign exchange losses under non-operating expenses, and depending on the composition of foreign-currency-denominated transactions and exchange-rate levels, foreign exchange movements could affect earnings.
Profitability and Returns
| Metric | Company | Median (IQR) | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Margin | 42.9% | 8.8% (4.3%–14.3%) | +34.1pt |
| Net Income Margin | 30.0% | 7.2% (3.3%–10.5%) | +22.8pt |
Both the operating margin and Net Income margin were substantially above the industry median, indicating that profitability was at an outstanding level within the industry.
Growth and Capital Efficiency
| Metric | Company | Median (IQR) | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue Growth Rate (Year on Year) | 27.1% | 6.5% (-0.5%–14.6%) | +20.6pt |
The Revenue growth rate also substantially exceeded the industry median, placing the company among the industry leaders in terms of growth momentum.
※Source: Compiled by the Company
The operating margin improved +4.5pt year on year to 42.9%, substantially exceeding the industry median of 8.8%. This improvement resulted from both an increase in the gross margin and a decline in the SG&A ratio, indicating a qualitative improvement in the earnings structure.
Contract liabilities (advance payments) increased +45.9% year on year, attracting attention as a leading indicator of potential future revenue recognition. At the same time, increases in inventories and accounts receivable were also observed, making it useful to monitor working capital trends.
Progress rates against the Full-Year plan were in the 46–47% range for Revenue and each profit metric, substantially exceeding the 25% implied by a simple allocation. The fact that progress against the Full-Year plan was ahead of schedule as of Q1 is an important point to consider when assessing future revisions to the earnings forecast.
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