| 指標 | 当期 | 前年同期 | YoY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue / Net Sales | ¥182.4B | ¥178.6B | +2.1% |
| Operating Income / Operating Profit | ¥18.6B | ¥17.1B | +8.8% |
| Ordinary Income | ¥18.6B | ¥17.1B | +8.9% |
| Net Income | ¥12.8B | ¥11.2B | +14.1% |
| ROE | 3.7% | 3.2% | - |
Q1 of the fiscal year ending December 2025 recorded revenue of ¥182.4B (YoY +¥3.8B +2.1%), operating income of ¥18.6B (YoY +¥1.5B +8.8%), ordinary income of ¥18.6B (YoY +¥1.5B +8.9%), and net income attributable to owners of the parent of ¥12.8B (YoY +¥1.6B +14.1%), resulting in revenue and profit growth. Operating margin improved to 10.2% (prior year 9.5%), up 0.7pt; SG&A ratio fell to 4.0% (prior year 4.5%), down 0.5pt, with cost efficiency contributing to margin improvement. Progress versus the full-year plan was standard on revenue at 25.3%, while operating income progress was 36.9%, ordinary income 36.9%, and net income attributable to owners of the parent 38.9%, indicating front-loaded profit performance and a strong start to the year.
【Revenue】Completed-contract revenue was ¥182.4B (YoY +¥3.8B +2.1%), an increase. As a single-segment Display Business, project deliveries for mass retailers, commercial facilities, and events progressed. Gross profit was ¥25.9B (YoY +¥0.8B +3.3%), and gross margin improved to 14.2% (prior year 14.0%) up 0.2pt, reflecting favorable project mix. Costs on uncompleted construction contracts were ¥60.3B (YoY +¥11.2B +22.8%), indicating front-loading of project backlog at the start of the fiscal year.
【Profitability】SG&A was restrained at ¥7.3B (YoY -¥0.7B -8.5%), lowering the SG&A ratio to 4.0% (prior year 4.5%) down 0.5pt. As a result, operating income increased to ¥18.6B (YoY +¥1.5B +8.8%), and operating margin improved to 10.2% (prior year 9.5%) up 0.7pt. Non-operating income/expenses were a net +¥0.1B (interest income ¥0.1B, interest expense ¥0.0B), minimal, leading to ordinary income of ¥18.6B (YoY +¥1.5B +8.9%). Extraordinary gains/losses netted neutral, as ¥0.1B gain on sale of subsidiary shares offset ¥0.1B valuation loss on investment securities. Profit before income taxes was ¥18.7B; with an effective tax rate of 31.4%, net income was ¥12.8B (YoY +¥1.6B +14.1%), improving net margin to 7.0% (prior year 6.3%) up 0.7pt. Comprehensive income was ¥13.7B (YoY +¥3.3B +31.2%), exceeding net income; other securities valuation differences contributed +¥1.0B, and foreign currency translation adjustments +¥0.1B, while adjustments related to retirement benefits were a small negative -¥0.2B. In conclusion, revenue and profit growth were achieved through simultaneous gross margin improvement and SG&A restraint.
【Profitability】Operating margin 10.2% (prior year 9.5%, +0.7pt) and net margin 7.0% (prior year 6.3%, +0.7pt) improved. ROE 3.7% (annualized) is a solid level against equity of 349.7B. Gross margin 14.2% (prior year 14.0%) is low, but efficiency in SG&A at 4.0% (prior year 4.5%) sustained double-digit operating margin. 【Cash Quality】Cash and deposits ¥129.9B (prior year ¥148.7B) remain ample, absorbing front-loaded investment in costs on uncompleted construction contracts of ¥60.3B (prior year ¥49.1B). A large increase in bonus reserves to ¥7.2B (prior year ¥1.7B) indicates accrual increases, but reflects early recognition and assessment of expected cash outflows during the period. Allowance for expected contract losses increased to ¥0.2B (YoY +¥0.2B), showing a conservative approach to project profitability. Other current liabilities decreased to ¥25.1B (YoY -¥9.7B), supporting liquidity via short-term liability reduction. Non-current liabilities decreased to ¥4.8B (YoY -¥1.8B), reducing long-term debt burden. With ample cash and minimal borrowings (¥0.5B), the company is well positioned to absorb working capital increases and additional reserves.
【Investment Efficiency】Total asset turnover 0.40x (annualized 1.61x) reflects construction industry characteristics. The turnover of costs on uncompleted construction contracts temporarily slowed as work-in-progress increased (+22.8%) outpacing revenue growth (+2.1%). 【Financial Soundness】Equity ratio 77.1% (prior year 77.2%), current ratio 317.4% (prior year 326.5%) remain extremely healthy. Interest-bearing debt ¥0.5B (D/E ratio 0.2%) effectively means net debt-free, and interest coverage is 1,145x, indicating very high interest-rate resilience.
Cash and deposits decreased to ¥129.9B (YoY -¥18.8B), primarily due to working capital increases driven by front-loaded costs on uncompleted construction contracts of ¥60.3B (YoY +¥11.2B). Bonus reserves surged to ¥7.2B (YoY +¥5.6B), implying early recognition of personnel expense outflows. Allowance for expected contract losses increased to ¥0.2B (YoY +¥0.2B), reflecting a conservative stance on profitability management. Other current liabilities decreased to ¥25.1B (YoY -¥9.7B), compressing short-term liabilities and supporting liquidity metrics. Non-current liabilities fell to ¥4.8B (YoY -¥1.8B), easing long-term debt burden. The abundant cash balance and minimal borrowings (¥0.5B) provide sufficient capacity to absorb the cash tied up in increased WIP and higher reserves.
The difference between operating income of ¥18.6B and ordinary income of ¥18.6B is ¥0.0B, minimal; non-operating items contributed only slightly via interest income of ¥0.1B, indicating profit generation is driven by core business. Extraordinary items net to neutral (¥0.1B gain on sale of subsidiary shares offset by ¥0.1B valuation loss on investment securities), so one-off factors did not impair earnings quality. Comprehensive income of ¥13.7B exceeded net income of ¥12.8B by ¥0.9B, driven by other securities valuation differences +¥1.0B (market value gains on held equities) and foreign currency translation adjustments +¥0.1B, partially offset by retirement benefit adjustments -¥0.2B. The uptick in comprehensive income is unrealized but enhances the quality of net assets through increased unrealized gains on held assets. From an accrual perspective, the sharp increase in bonus reserves (+¥5.6B) and the build-up of allowance for expected contract losses (+¥0.2B) act to compress reported profits, reflecting a conservative accounting stance.
Full Year / FY forecast remains unchanged: revenue ¥720.0B (YoY +0.7%), operating income ¥50.4B (YoY +4.3%), ordinary income ¥50.4B (YoY +3.3%), net income ¥33.0B. Q1 progress rates were 25.3% for revenue, a standard start, while operating income 36.9%, ordinary income 36.9%, and net income attributable to owners of the parent 38.9% indicate front-loaded profit progress. The primary driver was operating margin improvement (Q1: 10.2% vs full-year assumption 7.0%), supported by SG&A efficiency and gross margin improvement. The buildup of costs on uncompleted construction contracts (+22.8%) suggests revenue contribution in the second half, providing a foundation to achieve the full-year plan. However, the low gross margin structure at 14.2% and the increase in allowance for expected contract losses imply that variability in project profitability could swing margins; cost control in the second half will be key to achieving the plan.
Annual dividend forecast is unchanged at ¥36.0 per share (ordinary dividend ¥28.0 + special dividend ¥8.0). Payout ratio versus expected EPS of ¥134.57 is 26.8%, conservative; ample cash balance of ¥129.9B and minimal interest-bearing debt of ¥0.5B support dividend sustainability. Retained earnings at the end of Q1 were ¥286.0B (YoY +¥0.4B), indicating accumulated reserves and ample capacity for dividends. No share buyback has been disclosed; shareholder returns will continue to focus on dividends.
Profitability volatility risk due to low gross margin structure: Gross margin of 14.2% is below industry median, making the company sensitive to cost overruns (material costs, subcontracting, labor). The increase in allowance for expected contract losses to ¥0.2B (prior year ¥0.0B) suggests profitability pressure on certain projects. The buildup of costs on uncompleted construction contracts to ¥60.3B (YoY +22.8%) increases the difficulty of cost and delivery management, amplifying P&L impact if estimation variances occur.
Liquidity strain risk from rising working capital: The sharp rise in costs on uncompleted construction contracts and the large increase in bonus reserves (+337%) have raised short-term working capital needs. Cash and deposits decreased to ¥129.9B (YoY -¥18.8B); if project delays or lengthened collection terms occur, on-hand liquidity could be pressured beyond expectations.
Revenue growth slowdown and project concentration risk: Revenue growth of +2.1% is far below the industry median +20.9%, indicating weak top-line expansion. A single-segment Display Business with high project concentration creates structural vulnerability to winning and delivering large projects. If progress or profitability of uncompleted projects deteriorates, the probability of achieving full-year targets declines.
収益性・リターン
| 指標 | 自社 | 中央値 (IQR) | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operating Margin | 10.2% | 6.2% (4.2%–17.2%) | +4.0pt |
| Net Margin | 7.0% | 2.8% (0.6%–11.9%) | +4.2pt |
Profitability exceeds the industry median by a wide margin, and SG&A efficiency has been effective.
成長性・資本効率
| 指標 | 自社 | 中央値 (IQR) | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue Growth (YoY) | 2.1% | 20.9% (12.5%–25.8%) | -18.9pt |
Revenue growth lags the industry median by 18.9pt, indicating relatively weak top-line expansion.
※Source: Company compilation
Sustainability of margin improvement trend: Q1 operating margin improved to 10.2% (prior year 9.5%), up 0.7pt, and outpaced the full-year assumed 7.0%, indicating front-loaded progress. The main drivers were a small gross margin improvement (+0.2pt) and a large SG&A ratio decline (-0.5pt), reflecting cost control effectiveness. However, the low gross margin structure of 14.2% and the ¥60.3B buildup in costs on uncompleted construction contracts (+22.8%) suggest that second-half cost control and project delivery speed will be key to maintaining margins.
Strong financial base and dividend stability: Equity ratio 77.1%, effectively net cash (interest-bearing debt ¥0.5B), and cash ¥129.9B provide very high financial resilience. Payout ratio 26.8% is conservative; the annual dividend of ¥36.0 including a special dividend of ¥8.0 is likely sustainable. Even if second-half project profitability or collections deteriorate, the company has capacity to maintain shareholder returns.
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