Nishimatsuya Chain (7545) Q1 2027 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue for Q1 FY2027 was ¥54,554 million, with operating profit at ¥5,321 million and net profit attributable to shareholders at ¥3,768 million.

• 12 new stores opened and 10 closed, resulting in 1,183 stores at quarter-end.

• Online sales performed strongly due to increased new memberships.

• Apparel sales were robust, especially spring/summer and upper elementary school clothing; miscellaneous goods like baby formula, diapers, and toys also saw strong sales.

Financial highlights

• Gross profit reached ¥19,451 million, driven by higher sales.

• SG&A expenses rose to ¥14,130 million due to active store expansion.

• Comprehensive income for the quarter was ¥2,237 million, reflecting a decrease in other comprehensive income items.

• Total assets at quarter-end were ¥162,048 million, up ¥1,797 million from the previous year-end.

• Net assets increased to ¥99,514 million, up ¥845 million from the previous year-end.

Outlook and guidance

• No changes to previously announced full-year guidance: FY2027 revenue forecast at ¥205,000 million, operating profit ¥12,540 million, net profit attributable to shareholders ¥8,377 million.

• Interim and year-end dividends are projected at ¥16.00 per share each, totaling ¥32.00 for the year.