| Metric | Current Period | Prior Year Period | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue / Net Sales | ¥149.3B | ¥147.4B | +1.3% |
| Operating Income / Operating Profit | ¥11.1B | ¥10.6B | +4.3% |
| Ordinary Income | ¥11.7B | ¥13.0B | -10.0% |
| Net Income | ¥8.0B | ¥9.3B | -14.0% |
| ROE | 3.9% | 4.5% | - |
For the Q1 of the fiscal year ending March 2027, revenue was ¥149.3B (YoY +¥2.0B +1.3%), Operating Income was ¥11.1B (YoY +¥0.5B +4.3%), Ordinary Income was ¥11.7B (YoY -¥1.3B -10.0%), and Net income attributable to owners of parent was ¥7.9B (YoY -¥0.8B -9.3%). While the operating stage secured higher profit, a reduction in non-operating income led to declines at the ordinary and net stages. Revenue achieved slight growth as strong domestic operations (+3.0%) absorbed declining China revenues (-6.7%). Operating Income improved due to cost optimization, with an operating margin of 7.4% (YoY +0.2pt). Ordinary Income declined mainly because non-operating income contracted to ¥0.8B (prior year ¥2.5B). Although foreign exchange gains of ¥1.8B were recorded, decreases in equity-method investment income etc. had an adverse impact. Net income amounted to ¥8.0B after income taxes of ¥3.7B (effective tax rate 31.5%), resulting in a net margin of 5.3% (YoY -0.6pt).
[Revenue] Operating revenue of ¥149.3B (+1.3%) was driven by growth in domestic operations. By region, the Japan segment grew steadily to ¥127.97B (+3.0%), accounting for 85.7% of the total. The China segment declined to ¥17.40B (-6.7%) but achieved a large increase in Operating Income to ¥1.96B (+31.5%) through margin improvements. Other (Taiwan, Vietnam, Myanmar) struggled at ¥3.95B (-12.2%). Gross margin improved to 18.0% (YoY +0.6pt), likely reflecting price revision effects or a mix shift toward higher-margin projects.
[Profit & Loss] Gross profit was ¥26.9B (gross margin 18.0%), selling, general and administrative expenses were ¥15.9B (SG&A ratio 10.6%), resulting in Operating Income of ¥11.1B (operating margin 7.4%, YoY +0.2pt). Non-operating items contributed a net ¥0.7B (non-operating income ¥0.8B — including interest income ¥0.4B, foreign exchange gains ¥1.8B, equity-method investment income ¥0.4B — less non-operating expenses ¥0.1B), a significant reduction from the prior-year net ¥2.4B. As a result, Ordinary Income fell to ¥11.7B (-10.0%). There were no extraordinary gains/losses; profit before tax was ¥11.7B, less income taxes of ¥3.7B (effective tax rate 31.5%), and after minority interests of ¥0.1B, Net income was ¥7.9B (-9.3%). In conclusion, revenue and operating profit increased, but reductions in non-operating items led to declines at the ordinary and net stages.
The Japan segment recorded Revenue ¥127.97B (+3.0%), Operating Income ¥8.71B (+3.9%), and an operating margin of 6.8%, accounting for 78.8% of total operating profit — the core business. Strong domestic demand and price revision effects supported revenue and profit growth. The China segment had Revenue ¥17.40B (-6.7%) but achieved a significant rise in Operating Income to ¥1.96B (+31.5%), improving operating margin to 11.3%, the highest among segments. This was likely driven by selection of higher-margin projects and cost control. Other segments (Taiwan, Vietnam, Myanmar) posted Revenue ¥3.95B (-12.2%), Operating Income ¥0.38B (-47.2%), and an operating margin of 9.6%, with local operations under pressure.
[Profitability] Operating margin 7.4% (prior year 7.2%) showed slight improvement; net margin 5.3% (prior year 5.9%) decreased due to contraction in non-operating income. ROE was 3.9% (annualized) and roughly in line with the prior year period, driven by the structure: net margin 5.3% × total asset turnover 0.53× × financial leverage 1.37x. Gross margin improved by +0.6pt to 18.0% but the company still exhibits a low gross-margin profile. [Cash Quality] Days Sales Outstanding (DSO) is elongated at 123 days, indicating challenges in cash conversion efficiency. Accounts payable grew significantly to ¥37.8B (YoY +¥7.8B +26.0%), altering the composition of working capital. [Investment Efficiency] Total asset turnover was 0.53x (annualized); inventories are not disclosed, suggesting a made-to-order or service-oriented business model. [Financial Soundness] Equity Ratio 73.1% (prior year 74.3%), current ratio 370.4%, quick ratio 370.4% — extremely high levels indicating solid short-term payment capacity. Cash and deposits ¥141.9B far exceed current liabilities ¥59.3B, minimizing maturity mismatch risk. Interest coverage was 553x (Operating Income ¥11.1B / interest expense ¥0.02B), indicating minimal interest burden. No interest-bearing debt is disclosed, effectively operating debt-free.
Cash flow statement data were not disclosed; analysis is based on the balance sheet. Cash and deposits were ¥141.9B, a slight increase from ¥141.7B in the prior year period, suggesting limited cash generation from operations. Accounts receivable increased to ¥50.4B (prior year ¥48.2B), and the elongated DSO of 123 days signals signs of delayed cash collection. Conversely, accounts payable rose to ¥37.8B (prior year ¥30.0B; +26.0%), which may have temporarily bolstered operating cash flow through increased trade payables. Prepaid expenses increased to ¥23.1B (prior year ¥20.1B), indicating an expansion in working capital overall. Investment securities were ¥39.8B (prior year ¥39.2B), a slight increase, and tangible fixed assets were ¥5.5B (prior year ¥5.7B), a slight decrease; no large-scale capex or investment activity is evident. Dividend payments appear to be proceeding at an annualized pace of ¥45 per share based on prior-year practice, and ample cash reserves suggest sufficient capacity to pay dividends. Free cash flow detail is unknown, but while the quality of Operating Cash Flow is a concern due to slower receivables collection, the low cost of capital structure supports financial safety.
Operating Income ¥11.1B is the main source of Ordinary Income ¥11.7B, indicating core business earnings are central. Non-operating income ¥0.8B (0.5% of revenue) consists of foreign exchange gains ¥1.8B, equity-method investment income ¥0.4B, and interest income ¥0.4B; however, foreign exchange gains include transitory market effects and are not necessarily recurring. Non-operating income contracted significantly from ¥2.5B in the prior year, and volatility in non-operating items is a key driver of Ordinary Income fluctuations. No extraordinary items were recorded, so there were no one-off profit adjustments. The gap between Ordinary Income ¥11.7B and Net income ¥7.9B is 33.6%, reflecting income taxes at 31.5% and minority interest ¥0.1B. Comprehensive income was ¥9.9B (26.0% higher than Net income), with foreign currency translation adjustments ¥1.6B and other comprehensive income from equity-method affiliates ¥0.3B contributing positively; valuation differences on securities and defined benefit adjustments were minor negative contributors. From an accrual perspective, increases in accounts receivable and accounts payable largely offset, but the prolonged DSO and resulting collection delays negatively affect earnings quality and warrant attention.
Full Year guidance: Revenue ¥625.0B, Operating Income ¥45.3B (+7.9%), Ordinary Income ¥49.6B (+6.0%), Net income attributable to owners of parent ¥33.9B, EPS ¥144.29. Q1 progress rates versus full year are: Revenue 23.9% (vs. standard 25%: -1.1pt), Operating Income 24.4% (-0.6pt), Ordinary Income 23.6% (-1.4pt), Net income 23.3% (-1.7pt), generally close to standard pacing. No revisions to forecasts; company guidance achievement probability is maintained. Achieving full-year targets will depend on sustaining gross margin improvements and stabilizing non-operating income in the second half.
Dividend policy: Full-year dividend forecast ¥55 (interim not determined), implying a payout ratio of approximately 38.1% against company-plan EPS ¥144.29 — a reasonable level. Prior-year actual dividend was ¥45, so this represents a ¥10 increase. Cash and deposits ¥141.9B and a strong equity ratio of 73.1% support dividend payment capacity, and dividend policy sustainability is high. There is no mention of share buybacks or other additional return measures; current shareholder returns are limited to dividends.
Regional concentration risk: The Japan segment accounts for 85.7% of revenue and 78.8% of operating profit, representing a highly concentrated structure. Domestic demand swings, intensified competition, or regulatory changes could materially affect performance. China and other overseas businesses account for only 14.3%, so risk diversification benefits from geography are limited.
Accounts receivable collection risk: DSO of 123 days indicates extended collection periods, and accounts receivable of ¥50.4B represent 17.9% of total assets. Collection delays or bad debts could impair cash flow and profitability. Accounts payable increases (+26.0%) have expanded working capital, raising concerns about worsening capital efficiency.
Low gross-margin profile and price competition risk: Gross margin of 18.0% is below industry norms and vulnerable to cost increases or intensified price competition. Although operating margin improved to 7.4%, the improvement is limited and fixed costs or unexpected cost increases could compress profits. While SG&A ratio of 10.6% is appropriate, SG&A growth (+5.7%) outpaced revenue growth (+1.3%), raising concerns about dampening operating leverage going forward.
Profitability & Returns
| Metric | Company | Median (IQR) | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Margin | 7.4% | 7.1% (2.3%–8.5%) | +0.3pt |
| Net Margin | 5.4% | 4.9% (0.7%–5.9%) | +0.4pt |
Profitability slightly exceeds the industry median, and cost management is at a broadly standard level.
Growth & Capital Efficiency
| Metric | Company | Median (IQR) | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue Growth (YoY) | 1.3% | 4.1% (3.3%–11.2%) | -2.8pt |
Growth rate lags the industry median by 2.8pt, indicating weaker topline expansion versus peers.
※ Source: Company compilation
Improvement at the operating stage continues and the probability of achieving full-year plans is maintained, but ordinary and net profits are sensitive to volatility in non-operating items. Although gross margin improved by +0.6pt to 18.0%, it remains low; continued penetration of price revisions and a shift to higher-margin projects are key to future margin improvements. The China segment’s operating margin of 11.3% demonstrates high profitability and could have beneficial spillover effects on the domestic business.
Financial safety is extremely high, with Equity Ratio 73.1%, current ratio 370.4%, and Cash ¥141.9B providing a solid capital base. A payout ratio of about 38% is sustainable, and the planned increase in dividends (¥45 → ¥55) is within financial capacity. However, prolonged DSO of 123 days and expansion of working capital (accounts payable +26.0%) are concerns; improving cash flow quality is a medium-term management issue. ROE of 3.9% remains low, and improving capital efficiency will require accelerating revenue growth and further margin improvements.
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