Eco's (7520) Q1 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue for Q1 FY2026 was ¥35,183 million, up 6.4% year-over-year; operating income rose 3.3% to ¥1,534 million; ordinary income increased 1.5% to ¥1,576 million; net income attributable to shareholders was ¥1,074 million, up 2.6%.

• The group celebrated its 60th anniversary with special promotions and completed three store renovations and one new store opening, bringing the total to 137 stores at May-end.

• Focused on low-price strategies, quality improvement, and operational efficiency, including expanding private brands and digital engagement.

Financial highlights

• EPS for Q1 was ¥95.81, up from ¥93.51 year-over-year.

• Comprehensive income for Q1 was ¥1,091 million, a slight decrease of 0.6% year-over-year.

• Gross profit increased to ¥9,244 million from ¥8,359 million year-over-year.

Outlook and guidance

• Full-year revenue forecast is ¥140,000 million (+2.1% YoY), with operating and ordinary income both projected at ¥6,000 million, and net income at ¥4,000 million (+3.2% YoY).

• No changes to previously announced guidance; any revisions will be promptly disclosed.