CMC Corporation (2185) Q3 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue for the nine months ended June 30, 2026, increased 15.1% year-over-year to ¥14,496 million, driven by strong growth in the Manuals business and steady performance in Knowledge despite global headwinds.

• Operating income rose 59.7% year-over-year to ¥2,346 million, with profit growth supported by QCD (quality, cost, delivery) initiatives and ongoing investment in business transformation.

• Net income attributable to shareholders increased 56.4% year-over-year to ¥1,837 million, aided by favorable foreign exchange impacts.

Financial highlights

• Gross profit margin improved as operating profit margin rose from 11.7% to 16.2% year-over-year.

• Comprehensive income for the period was ¥2,464 million, up 98.0% year-over-year.

• Earnings per share for the period were ¥142.14, up from ¥89.33 in the prior year.

Outlook and guidance

• Full-year revenue forecast is ¥20,000 million, up 9.6% year-over-year, with operating income projected at ¥3,000 million (+11.3%) and net income at ¥2,200 million (+2.3%).

• No changes have been made to previously announced guidance.