Comture (3844) Q2 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Achieved record highs in sales and earnings for the second quarter, marking 15 consecutive years of sales growth and 3 consecutive years of earnings growth.

• Growth driven by data management, AI platform businesses, and expansion in Microsoft, Salesforce, and ServiceNow segments, as well as the acquisition of Human Interactive Technology Inc. (HIT).

• Operating profit increased 4.7% to ¥2,077 million, and profit attributable to owners of parent grew 9.6% to ¥1,401 million.

• Continued investments in digital transformation, AI, and human resources, including salary increases and expanded training programs.

• Acquisition of HIT strengthens AI and Microsoft-related services, aiming for long-term growth and enhanced group synergies.

Financial highlights

• Net sales rose 4.8% year-over-year to ¥18,652 million in 2Q FY3/26.

• Operating profit increased 4.7% year-over-year to ¥2,077 million; ordinary profit up 4.8% to ¥2,079 million.

• Interim net income attributable to owners of parent grew 9.6% year-over-year to ¥1,401 million; EPS up 9.6% to ¥43.95.

• EBITDA rose 6.3% year-over-year to ¥2,380 million.

• Gross profit decreased 1.0% year-over-year due to higher personnel expenses from increased headcount and salary hikes.

Outlook and guidance

• FY3/26 forecast targets net sales of ¥40,000 million (+10.1% YoY), operating profit of ¥5,000 million (+8.0% YoY), and net income of ¥3,325 million (+5.2% YoY).

• No revisions to previous guidance; aiming for 16th consecutive year of sales growth and 15th of earnings growth.

• Dividend per share forecast at ¥50.00, payout ratio 48.0%.

• Basic EPS forecast for the full year is ¥104.27.