Hokko Chemical Industry (4992) Q1 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue rose 5.8% year-over-year to ¥16,243 million, driven by strong agrochemical sales.

• Operating income increased 20.5% to ¥2,286 million, and net income attributable to shareholders grew 22.6% to ¥1,734 million.

• The company continues to execute its three-year management plan, focusing on strengthening its earnings and production base.

Financial highlights

• Gross profit improved to ¥4,196 million from ¥3,699 million year-over-year.

• Operating margin increased, with operating income at ¥2,286 million (up ¥388 million year-over-year).

• Net income per share rose to ¥67.28 from ¥53.55 year-over-year.

• Total assets increased to ¥81,529 million, and equity ratio improved to 68.7%.

Outlook and guidance

• Full-year revenue forecast is ¥52,000 million, up 5.9% year-over-year.

• Operating income is projected at ¥5,200 million, and net income at ¥4,460 million, with no change from previous guidance.

• Annual dividend forecast raised to ¥54.00 per share.