Kanamoto (9678) Q3 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Net sales for the nine months ended July 31, 2026, rose 2.6% year-over-year to ¥162,923 million, with operating profit up 31.6% to ¥15,440 million and profit attributable to owners of parent up 39.1% to ¥10,063 million.

• The core Construction Equipment Rental Division saw strong demand, especially from public investment and private sector logistics/data centers, driving segment growth.

• The company is executing its Medium-Term Management Plan "Progress 65" focusing on growth, DX strategies, and sustainability.

Financial highlights

• Operating profit margin improved significantly, with operating profit up 31.6% year-over-year.

• EPS for the nine months was ¥292.22, up from ¥206.85 in the prior year.

• Comprehensive income increased to ¥14,559 million from ¥8,122 million year-over-year.

• Total assets increased to ¥332,053 million, and net assets to ¥164,815 million as of July 31, 2026.

Outlook and guidance

• Full-year net sales are projected at ¥221,000 million (up 3.6%), with operating profit of ¥20,400 million (up 17.4%) and profit attributable to owners of parent at ¥12,900 million (up 17.5%).

• No changes to previously announced full-year guidance.

• Projected full-year dividend is ¥110.00 per share, up from ¥95.00 in the prior year.