Computer Engineering & Consulting (9692) Q1 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Net sales for Q1 FY2026 rose 2.0% year-over-year to ¥14,335 million, reaching record highs, supported by focus businesses and segment reorganization for growth and innovation.

• Operating income declined 7.0% year-over-year to ¥1,785 million, mainly due to higher personnel, M&A, and SG&A expenses.

• Orders received and outstanding order balances hit record highs, up 24.1% and 22.5% year-over-year, respectively.

• Jyoho System Service Co., Ltd. became a consolidated subsidiary on April 2.

• Treasury stock buyback program of up to ¥2 billion initiated, with retirement planned by January 2026.

Financial highlights

• Q1 FY2026 net sales: ¥14,335 million (+2.0% YoY); gross profit: ¥3,983 million (+4.3% YoY).

• Operating income: ¥1,785 million (-7.0% YoY); ordinary income: ¥1,826 million (-5.1% YoY).

• Net income attributable to owners: ¥1,260 million (-3.9% YoY); comprehensive income: ¥1,009 million (-37.0% YoY).

• Gross profit margin improved to 27.8% (+0.6pt YoY); operating margin declined to 12.5% (-1.2pt YoY).

• Dividend forecast for FY ending Jan. 2026 raised to 65.00 yen per share (from 55.00 yen prior year).

Outlook and guidance

• Full-year FY2026 guidance unchanged: net sales ¥60,500 million (+7.6% YoY), operating income ¥6,820 million (+0.2% YoY), net income ¥4,900 million (+21.3% YoY).

• Growth investments and focus business expansion to proceed as planned.

• High demand for migration, data monetization, and security services expected to support targets.

• No changes to previously announced forecasts; actual results may differ due to market conditions.