Nishimatsuya Chain (7545) Q4 2025 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue increased by 5.0% year-over-year to ¥185,974 million, driven by new store openings and strong online sales.

• Operating profit rose 2.1% to ¥12,180 million, while net profit slightly decreased by 0.1% to ¥8,195 million due to lower non-operating income.

• The company expanded its store network to 1,145 locations, focusing on metropolitan areas and closing underperforming stores.

• Private brand sales and online store performance were strong, with new digital gift offerings launched.

Financial highlights

• Gross profit increased to ¥64,030 million from ¥61,468 million year-over-year.

• Operating margin was 6.5%, down from 6.7% the previous year.

• Net margin was 4.4%, with EPS at ¥136.48 (¥136.66 last year).

• Total assets grew to ¥148,947 million, and equity increased to ¥91,269 million.

• Cash and equivalents at year-end were ¥67,472 million, up ¥4,848 million year-over-year.

Outlook and guidance

• FY2026 guidance: revenue ¥200,000 million (+7.5%), operating profit ¥13,600 million (+11.7%), net profit ¥9,305 million (+13.6%).

• Focus on expanding in metropolitan areas, improving store formats, and enhancing online sales.

• Medium-term target for FY2028: revenue ¥250,000 million, ordinary profit ¥25,000 million.