K.R.S. Corporation (9369) Q3 2026 earnings summary
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Q3 2026 earnings summary
30 Sep, 2026Executive summary
Revenue increased 3.7% year-over-year to ¥156,245 million for the nine months ended August 31, 2026, but operating profit declined 1.0% to ¥4,407 million and net profit attributable to shareholders fell 11.9% to ¥1,833 million.
The business environment remained uncertain due to consumer caution from inflation, labor shortages, and rising costs, despite a moderate economic recovery and continued inbound demand.
The company is executing its "Group Vision 2036" and a four-year mid-term plan focused on logistics sustainability, domestic business enhancement, new business expansion, and management foundation strengthening.
Financial highlights
Operating revenue: ¥156,245 million (up 3.7% year-over-year).
Operating profit: ¥4,407 million (down 1.0% year-over-year).
Ordinary profit: ¥3,590 million (down 4.7% year-over-year).
Net profit attributable to shareholders: ¥1,833 million (down 11.9% year-over-year).
Comprehensive income: ¥2,909 million (up 82.4% year-over-year).
EPS: ¥73.78 (down from ¥83.75 year-over-year).
Outlook and guidance
Full-year revenue forecast remains unchanged at ¥205,000 million.
Full-year operating profit forecast: ¥5,700 million (up 1.0% year-over-year).
Full-year net profit forecast: ¥2,100 million (up 20.7% year-over-year).
Dividend forecast: ¥24.00 per share (unchanged from previous guidance).
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