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Azbil Q1 2027 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Q1 2027 earnings summary6 Aug, 2026
Executive summary
Orders received rose 28.5% year-over-year to ¥115.3B, driven by robust BA and AA business growth and large-scale projects.
Revenue increased 2.0% year-over-year to ¥63.6B, mainly due to growth in the AA business.
Business profit declined 30.1% year-over-year to ¥4.96B, impacted by higher investments and increased expenses.
Profit attributable to owners was flat or up 1.5% year-over-year at ¥5.09B, supported by investment income, foreign exchange gains, and a gain on sale of property, plant, and equipment.
The company is on track to achieve its full-year financial plan, with first-quarter results within expected ranges.
Financial highlights
Orders received: ¥115.3B (+28.5% YoY); revenue: ¥63.6B (+2.0% YoY); business profit: ¥4.96B (-30.1% YoY); operating profit: ¥6.7B (-4.8% YoY); profit attributable to owners: ¥5.09B (+1.5% YoY).
Gross profit margin decreased to 44.0% (from 45.3% YoY); business profit margin fell to 7.8% (from 11.4% YoY).
Basic earnings per share: 10.07 yen (vs. 9.75 yen YoY).
Foreign exchange rate fluctuations contributed ¥1.2B to revenue and ¥0.2B to business profit.
Comprehensive income for the period: ¥6.15B.
Outlook and guidance
No revision to FY2026 plan; business performance is within expected ranges and on track for first half and full year.
Full-year revenue forecast remains at ¥315.0B, business profit at ¥48.2B, and profit attributable to owners at ¥35.3B.
Revenue and profit growth expected as order backlog is converted; robust market conditions continue in BA and AA.
Dividend forecast for FY2027 is ¥50.00 per share, including a commemorative dividend.
Geopolitical risks, especially from the Middle East, are being monitored; inflation and cost increases anticipated but outlook for automation business remains positive.
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Next Azbil earnings date
Q2 202710 Nov, 2026
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Next Azbil earnings date
Q2 202710 Nov, 2026
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Azbil Corporation focuses on providing automation solutions and control technologies for various industries. The company's main business areas include building automation, advanced automation, and life automation. In building automation, Azbil offers systems and services to optimize energy efficiency and comfort in commercial buildings and facilities. Advanced automation focuses on manufacturing and production processes, providing products such as sensors, controllers, and instrumentation systems to enhance productivity and quality in industries like pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and food. Life automation aims to improve everyday living through home automation systems and medical equipment. The company serves a wide range of sectors, including industrial, commercial, and residential markets. Azbil Corporation is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, and its shares are listed on the TYO.