V Technology Co.,Ltd. FY2027 Q1 Earnings Report

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Executive Summary

The Company returned to profitability from an operating loss in the same quarter of the previous year, making the improvement in profitability the most important point. Revenue was ¥106.2B (+32.7% YoY), operating income was ¥2.8B (compared with ¥-5.1B in the previous year), ordinary income was ¥3.7B (+162.1% YoY), and net income was ¥2.9B (compared with ¥-6.9B in the previous year). The primary driver of the revenue increase was progress on large-scale projects in the FPD Equipment Business, while the primary drivers of the earnings increase were improved gross margins and cost efficiencies resulting from a lower SG&A ratio.

Factors Affecting Performance

【Revenue】Revenue of ¥106.2B increased +32.7% YoY. By segment, the FPD Equipment Business was the main contributor, with revenue of ¥57.1B (+72.1% YoY; revenue mix of 53.2%), driving overall performance. The Semiconductor and Photomask Equipment Business recorded ¥45.1B in revenue (+4.4% YoY), representing only moderate growth.

【Profit and Loss】Operating income was ¥2.8B, representing a return to profitability from ¥-5.1B in the previous year (+153.5%). The gross margin improved to 28.5% (up +5.3pt from 23.2% in the previous year), while the SG&A ratio declined to 25.9% (down -3.7pt from 29.6% in the previous year), with cost efficiencies contributing to improved profitability. By segment, the FPD Equipment Business led the recovery in profitability, posting operating income of ¥4.5B (7.9% margin), while the Semiconductor and Photomask Equipment Business continued to record an operating loss of ¥1.9B (△4.3% margin). In non-operating items, foreign exchange gains of ¥0.7B were recorded, contributing to ordinary income of ¥3.7B (+162.1% YoY). Extraordinary losses were limited to ¥0.1B in losses on the disposal of fixed assets. Net income of ¥2.9B (+141.8% YoY) reflected tax expenses of ¥0.7B, which were offset by net income attributable to non-controlling interests of ¥-0.4B. The Company achieved higher revenue and earnings, primarily due to improvements in its cost structure and a recovery in the profitability of the FPD Equipment Business.

Segment Analysis

The FPD Equipment Business improved significantly, with revenue of ¥57.1B (+72.1% YoY) and operating income of ¥4.5B (+238.9% YoY; 7.9% margin), becoming the primary driver of consolidated earnings. The Semiconductor and Photomask Equipment Business recorded revenue of ¥45.1B (+4.4% YoY) and an operating loss of ¥1.9B (△4.3% margin), with the loss widening from ¥-1.7B in the same period of the previous year. The Other Businesses secured a small operating profit of ¥0.2B on revenue of ¥5.1B (+10.5% YoY). Revenue is concentrated in two businesses, with the FPD Equipment Business accounting for 53.2% and the Semiconductor and Photomask Equipment Business for 42.5%; consequently, trends in the FPD equipment investment cycle have a significant impact on consolidated performance.

Key Financial Indicators

【Profitability】The operating margin improved to 2.6% from △6.4% in the previous year, an improvement of +9.0pt, while the net profit margin also improved to 2.7% from △8.7% in the previous year. ROE remained low at 0.8%. Although improvements in the gross margin and reductions in SG&A contributed positively, low asset efficiency continues to constrain overall returns.【Cash Flow Quality】Cash and deposits were substantial at ¥245.3B, significantly exceeding short-term borrowings of ¥20.7B. However, accounts receivable of ¥175.1B and work in process of ¥120.2B indicate a significant accumulation of working capital.【Investment Efficiency】Total assets were ¥718.1B, representing a slight decrease from the previous year. Goodwill of ¥7.3B was equivalent to 2.0% of net assets, indicating limited M&A-related risk.【Financial Soundness】The equity ratio was a solid 52.0% (up +2.4pt from 49.6% in the previous year), indicating a stable financial foundation.

Cash Flow Analysis

Although detailed disclosure of the cash flow statement is not available, funding trends can be assessed from changes in the balance sheet. Cash and deposits declined to ¥245.3B from ¥294.8B in the previous year, while work in process increased to ¥120.2B (+17.2% from ¥102.6B in the previous year). This suggests that investment of funds in work in process accompanying business expansion affected the cash balance. At the same time, long-term borrowings declined to ¥111.2B from ¥127.2B in the previous year, indicating progress in reducing interest-bearing debt; funds may have been allocated to business investment and debt repayment. Current assets of ¥614.7B substantially exceeded current liabilities of ¥215.3B, and no concerns were identified regarding short-term liquidity.

Quality of Earnings

The earnings increase for the current period included a contribution of ¥0.7B from foreign exchange gains, representing a significant portion of total non-operating income of ¥1.7B. Because this foreign exchange factor depends on the external environment, it should be distinguished from the improvement in core operating income, reflected in the gross margin improvement of +5.3pt and the SG&A ratio decline of -3.7pt. Extraordinary gains and losses consisted solely of ¥0.1B in losses on the disposal of fixed assets, and the impact of one-time factors was limited. The difference between ordinary income of ¥3.7B and net income of ¥2.9B was primarily attributable to tax expenses of ¥0.7B and net income attributable to non-controlling interests, with no structural divergence observed. Comprehensive income was ¥13.9B, substantially exceeding net income of ¥2.9B, primarily due to a ¥10.7B increase in valuation difference on securities. This difference represents valuation gains resulting from changes in the market prices of held shares and should be distinguished from the Company’s underlying earnings power.

Earnings Forecast and Guidance

The full-year plan calls for revenue of ¥600.0B (+13.2% YoY), operating income of ¥55.0B (+45.9% YoY), and ordinary income of ¥47.0B (+35.3% YoY). Progress in Q1 was 17.7% for revenue, 5.0% for operating income, and 7.9% for ordinary income, below the simple 25% progress benchmark. However, equipment manufacturers tend to concentrate customer acceptance in the second half of the fiscal year, so the delayed progress does not immediately indicate concern regarding achievement of the plan. There were no revisions to the earnings forecast or dividend forecast during the quarter, and the Company maintained its full-year plan.

Shareholder Returns

The annual dividend forecast announced by the Company is ¥80 per share. This represents a planned increase from the previous year’s annual dividend of ¥40. Based on the full-year net income plan of ¥30.0B and the estimated total dividend amount calculated using the average number of shares outstanding during the period, the payout ratio is approximately 25%, a conservative level. Given the substantial cash and deposits of ¥245.3B, no funding constraints on dividend payments are apparent. There is no disclosure regarding share repurchases, and shareholder returns are centered on dividends.

Risk Factors

1. Segment concentration risk: The FPD Equipment Business accounts for 53.2% of revenue and the majority of operating income, creating a structure in which performance is susceptible to the investment cycle of this business and the timing of customer acceptance for large-scale projects.

2. Deterioration in the profitability of the Semiconductor and Photomask Equipment Business: The business recorded an operating loss of ¥1.9B (△4.3% margin) against revenue of ¥45.1B, with the loss widening from the previous year and weighing on the Company-wide operating margin (2.6%).

3. Working capital accumulation: Accounts receivable of ¥175.1B and work in process of ¥120.2B are substantial, and prolonged collection and customer acceptance cycles could cause fluctuations in capital efficiency and the timing of earnings recognition.

Industry Benchmark (For Reference; Compiled by the Company)

Industry Benchmark (manufacturing)

Profitability and Returns

Profitability is below the industry median, as losses in the Semiconductor and Photomask Equipment Business are suppressing the Company-wide margin.

Growth and Capital Efficiency

The revenue growth rate is substantially above the industry median, with progress on large-scale projects in the FPD Equipment Business driving strong growth.

※Source: Compiled by the Company

Key Points in the Earnings Results

1. The return to profitability from an operating loss in the same period of the previous year, together with a gross margin improvement of +5.3pt and an SG&A ratio decline of -3.7pt, is notable as evidence of progress in cost efficiency and improvement in the profitability structure.

2. While the FPD Equipment Business is the driver of operating income, the Semiconductor and Photomask Equipment Business remains loss-making. The resulting difference in profitability between segments is keeping the Company-wide operating margin below the industry median.

3. Progress toward the full-year plan was 17.7% for revenue and 5.0% for operating income, below the benchmark for even progress, indicating that the plan assumes customer acceptance will be concentrated in the second half of the fiscal year.

Theoretical Share Price (Reference Value)

This is a mechanically calculated reference range based solely on publicly disclosed data using a residual income model (Ohlson-type model with an explicit 5-year fade period). It is not a forecast of the market share price or a recommendation of any specific investment action.

Sensitivity: ¥3,720–¥3,939 at a cost of equity of ±1%; ¥3,823–¥3,830 at ω of ±0.1.

Notes:

• Net income is substantially compressed relative to operating income due to tax expenses, acquisition-related costs, and non-controlling interests, among other factors (net income ÷ operating income 55%). This value reflects that compression at face value; if these factors are temporary, underlying earnings power may be higher.
• Because forecast ROE is below the cost of equity, the theoretical value is below book value per share.
• Net assets as of the end of the quarter are used, resulting in a timing difference relative to the full-year forecast.
• Because net assets include non-controlling interests, the theoretical value may be calculated somewhat higher than otherwise.

(Model: Residual Income Model / Interest Rate Reference Month: 2026-07 / This value does not forecast or guarantee future share prices)

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This report is an earnings analysis document automatically generated by AI based on XBRL earnings release data. It does not recommend investment in any specific security. The industry benchmarks are reference information compiled by the Company based on publicly disclosed earnings data. Investment decisions should be made at your own responsibility, and, where necessary, after consulting with a professional advisor.

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