CNS Co (4076) Q1 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue for Q1 FY2026 was ¥1,874 million, up 14.0% year-over-year, with operating profit at ¥182 million, up 128.7% year-over-year, and net profit at ¥154 million, up 181.6% year-over-year.

• All business segments saw growth in both sales and gross profit, with notable contributions from new customer expansion and large-scale AI projects.

• The company continues to execute its mid-term plan, aiming for ¥10 billion in sales and an operating margin above 10% by FY2030.

Financial highlights

• Operating profit margin improved significantly, with operating profit up 128.7% and net profit up 181.6% year-over-year.

• Gross profit for Technology Solutions rose 24.0%, Business Solutions 33.8%, and Consulting 35.6% year-over-year.

• EPS for Q1 FY2026 was ¥53.27, compared to ¥18.92 in the prior year.

• Total assets at quarter-end were ¥5,171 million, down ¥88 million from the previous year-end.

Outlook and guidance

• Full-year guidance remains unchanged: revenue forecast at ¥8,253 million (+17.8% YoY), operating profit at ¥557 million (+0.3% YoY), and net profit at ¥427 million (flat YoY).

• No revisions to previously announced forecasts; preparations for headquarters relocation are progressing as planned.