Kimura Unity Co (9368) Q2 2025 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Achieved record-high revenue and profits for the fourth consecutive interim period, with all profit metrics increasing year-over-year despite economic uncertainties and industry headwinds.

• Growth was driven by strong performance in logistics and information services, with increased orders from major customers offsetting negative impacts from factory shutdowns and labor shortages.

Financial highlights

• Revenue for the interim period rose to ¥30,208 million, up 3.1% year-over-year.

• Operating income increased 33.5% to ¥2,466 million, and net income attributable to shareholders rose 11.3% to ¥1,703 million.

• Earnings per share improved to ¥78.78, up from ¥68.96.

• Ordinary income reached ¥2,681 million, up 13.9% year-over-year.

• Comprehensive income was ¥2,021 million, down from ¥2,991 million.

Outlook and guidance

• Forecasts another year of record revenue and profit for the full year ending March 2025, with revenue projected at ¥63,000 million and operating income at ¥4,400 million.

• Net income forecast is ¥3,300 million, EPS ¥150.15, and ordinary income forecast is ¥5,200 million.

• Dividend policy targets a payout ratio of 40%, with an annual dividend of ¥60 per share planned.

• No change to previously announced guidance.