Life Corporation (8194) Q3 2025 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Operating revenue for the first nine months rose 5.1% year-over-year to ¥632,885 million, driven by new store openings, online supermarket expansion, and private brand initiatives.

• Operating profit declined 8.0% year-over-year to ¥17,688 million, and profit attributable to owners of parent fell 3.4% to ¥12,813 million, mainly due to increased personnel and property expenses.

• The company continued its 7th Medium-Term Plan, focusing on employee investment, differentiation from competitors, and sustainability initiatives.

Financial highlights

• Net sales increased 5.0% year-over-year to ¥609,359 million; gross profit rose to ¥188,268 million.

• Selling, general, and administrative expenses increased to ¥194,105 million, up from ¥184,107 million year-over-year.

• Earnings per share for the nine months was ¥273.27, down from ¥282.75 year-over-year.

• Comprehensive income decreased 3.0% year-over-year to ¥12,929 million.

Outlook and guidance

• Full-year operating revenue forecast is ¥853,400 million (up 5.4% year-over-year), with profit attributable to owners of parent projected at ¥17,000 million (up 0.4%).

• No changes to previously announced earnings forecasts; management will monitor economic and consumer trends for potential revisions.