| Metric | Current Period | Same Period Previous Year | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ¥161.2B | ¥160.7B | +0.3% |
| Operating Income | - | - | - |
| Ordinary Income | ¥44.4B | ¥30.7B | +44.5% |
| Net Income | ¥35.5B | ¥23.9B | +48.6% |
| ROE | 1.9% | 1.3% | - |
The quarter produced substantial profit growth, despite revenue remaining nearly flat, driven by improved net interest income and the reversal of temporary cost factors. Revenue (ordinary income) was ¥161.2B (+0.3% YoY), essentially unchanged, while ordinary income increased significantly to ¥44.4B (+44.5%), and net income attributable to owners of the parent rose to ¥35.5B (+48.6%). The primary drivers of the profit increase were the expansion of net interest income, centered on higher interest on loans (¥7.61B in the previous year → ¥9.16B in the current period), and a decline in other ordinary expenses, which had increased substantially in the previous year. EPS was ¥199.31 (¥134.83 in the previous year, +47.8% YoY).
【Revenue】Ordinary income (revenue) was ¥161.2B, essentially flat at +0.3% YoY. By segment, the core Banking Business increased moderately to ¥147.4B (+1.2%), accounting for 91.4% of total revenue, while the Leasing Business declined to ¥12.0B (-7.5%) and Other Businesses decreased to ¥2.1B (-2.3%), partially offsetting the growth of the Banking Business. The increase in Banking Business revenue reflected growth in the loan balance (+1.3%) and higher interest and dividends on securities.
【Profit and Loss】Ordinary income increased to ¥44.4B (+44.5%), while net income attributable to owners of the parent rose to ¥35.5B (+48.6%), substantially exceeding the rate of revenue growth. The primary factors behind the improvement in earnings were the expansion of net interest income to ¥9.16B (¥7.61B in the previous year) due to higher interest income, and a decrease in other ordinary expenses, which had increased substantially in the previous year. Extraordinary losses were limited to ¥0.4B, mainly losses on disposal of fixed assets, and the gap between ordinary income and net income remained small, with ¥8.4B in income taxes and other taxes deducted. By segment, the Banking Business generated ¥4.74B in segment profit (+40.8%), essentially driving company-wide earnings, while the Leasing Business remained modestly profitable at ¥0.4B (-4.5%). This was a revenue and profit growth quarter led by improved profitability, with profit growth of more than 44.5% significantly exceeding revenue growth of 0.3%.
The Banking Business generated ordinary income of ¥147.4B (+1.2%) and segment profit of ¥4.74B (+40.8%), producing nearly all of the company-wide profit and serving as the main driver of earnings growth. The Leasing Business recorded ordinary income of ¥12.0B (-7.5%) and segment profit of ¥0.4B (-4.5%), experiencing declines in both revenue and profit, with limited contributions in terms of both scale and earnings. Other Businesses—including consulting, regional trading companies, fund formation and management, guarantees, and credit card operations—recorded ordinary income of ¥2.1B (-2.3%) and account for a small proportion of total revenue. There is a significant disparity in profit margins among segments, and the earnings base is highly concentrated in the Banking Business.
【Profitability】The net profit margin, based on net income attributable to owners of the parent, was 22.0%, improving by 7.1pt from 14.9% in the previous year. The expense ratio, defined as G&A divided by the sum of funds income, fee income, and other ordinary income (loss), was 61.4%, a substantial improvement from 104.2% in the previous year.【Cash Quality】Cash and deposits increased to ¥38.83B (¥36.91B in the previous year, +5.2%), loans increased to ¥2.1521T (+1.3%), and securities increased to ¥939.6B (+4.0%), indicating moderate expansion on the asset side.【Investment Efficiency】ROE was 1.9%, decomposed into a 22.0% net profit margin × 0.44% total asset turnover × 19.5x financial leverage. While the improvement in the profit margin was a positive factor, the low total asset turnover reflects a structural constraint characteristic of the banking industry.【Financial Soundness】The BIS equity ratio was 5.1%, improving by 0.2pt from 4.9% in the previous year. The loan-to-deposit ratio was 67.4%, indicating ample liquidity, while net assets accumulated to ¥188.73B (¥179.30B in the previous year, +5.3%).
As a cash flow statement has not been disclosed, funding trends are analyzed based on changes in the balance sheet. Cash and deposits increased to ¥38.83B (¥36.91B in the previous year, +5.2%), while loans increased to ¥2.1521T (+1.3%) and securities increased to ¥939.6B (+4.0%), both showing moderate growth. On the funding side, deposits increased steadily to ¥3.1952T (+1.2%), while negotiable certificates of deposit surged to ¥95.32B (¥50.81B in the previous year, +87.7%), indicating a modest increase in reliance on market-based funding. Assets and liabilities expanded at similar rates, and the loan-to-deposit ratio of 67.4% suggests that capacity for further asset deployment remains available.
The increase in earnings for the current period was primarily driven by core operating factors, including the expansion of net interest income (¥7.61B in the previous year → ¥9.16B in the current period) and an improvement in net fee income. Meanwhile, the reduction in the deficit from other ordinary income (loss) (¥-3.52B in the previous year → ¥-1.27B in the current period) may include a reversal effect, and sustainability from the next fiscal year onward will depend on the stability of market-related gains and losses. Extraordinary losses were limited to ¥0.4B, and the linkage between ordinary income and net income was favorable. Comprehensive income was ¥11.10B, exceeding net income of ¥3.55B by ¥7.55B. Valuation-related factors, including valuation differences on other securities (+¥6.18B) and deferred hedge gains and losses (+¥1.66B), contributed to the accumulation of net assets. The growth in net income and the growth in comprehensive income differ in quality, and valuation-related items must be separated when assessing recurring earnings power.
Progress against the full-year forecast was 33.9% for ordinary income, at ¥4.44B/¥13.10B, and 41.8% for net income attributable to owners of the parent, at ¥3.55B/¥8.50B. Both exceeded the 25% benchmark for simple quarterly progress, indicating that first-half performance is running somewhat ahead of schedule. This reflects simultaneous progress in higher net interest income, normalization of other ordinary income (loss), and cost discipline. The full-year ordinary income forecast represents growth of +16.4% YoY. Compared with the +44.5% growth rate in Q1, this suggests that the forecast incorporates an assumption that the pace of profit growth will normalize toward the second half of the year.
The full-year dividend forecast is ¥100 per share, implying a payout ratio of 20.9% against forecast EPS of ¥478.48. Compared with the dividend of ¥75 paid in the same period of the previous year, the forecast dividend represents an increase of +33.3%; no revision to the dividend forecast has been announced this time. Based on the average number of shares outstanding during the period of 17.818M shares, the total annual dividend is approximately ¥1.78B, providing ample earnings coverage against the full-year net income forecast of ¥8.50B.
Capital buffer: The BIS equity ratio is 5.1% (4.9% in the previous year). Although it exceeds domestic standards, it is not high compared with the approximately 8–12% guideline for internationally standardized banks, and capital-absorption capacity during periods of stress requires monitoring.
Rising funding costs: Interest expenses increased approximately 1.9x, from ¥1.43B in the previous year to ¥2.76B in the current period, while negotiable certificates of deposit surged from ¥50.81B in the previous year to ¥95.32B (+87.7%). Greater reliance on market-based funding could affect future net interest margins.
Segment concentration: The Banking Business accounts for 91.4% of ordinary income and nearly all segment profit, while diversification through the Leasing Business and Other Businesses remains limited. Sensitivity to fluctuations in interest rates and the credit cycle is relatively high due to the concentration in the Banking Business.
Profitability and Returns
| Metric | Company | Median (IQR) | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Net Profit Margin | 22.0% | – | – |
The company’s net profit margin of 22.0% cannot be directly compared because industry median data has not been prepared; however, the extent of improvement from 14.9% in the previous year is substantial.
Growth and Capital Efficiency
| Metric | Company | Median (IQR) | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue Growth Rate (YoY) | 0.3% | – | – |
Similarly, there is no comparative industry median data for the revenue growth rate of 0.3%; however, a notable feature is that profit growth substantially exceeded revenue growth.
※Source: Compiled by the Company
The expense ratio, defined as G&A divided by the sum of funds income, fee income, and other ordinary income (loss), was 61.4%, a substantial improvement from 104.2% in the previous year. This figure may indicate that structural improvements in cost efficiency are progressing.
Progress against the full-year earnings forecast was 41.8% on a net income basis, ahead of the 25% quarterly progress benchmark. It should be noted that first-half performance benefited from both improved net interest income and the reversal of temporary expenses.
Comprehensive income of ¥11.10B exceeded net income of ¥3.55B by ¥7.55B, with valuation-related items such as valuation differences on securities serving as the primary driver of the increase in net assets. Recurring earnings power and valuation-related gains should be considered separately.
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