Nishimatsuya Chain (7545) Q4 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue reached ¥193,365 million for the fiscal year ended February 2026, with operating profit at ¥9,941 million and net income attributable to shareholders at ¥6,847 million.

• 61 new stores were opened, while 25 underperforming stores were closed, resulting in 1,181 stores at year-end.

• Online sales grew significantly, supported by expanded product assortment and new features on the official online store.

• Overseas expansion included the establishment of a wholly owned subsidiary in Taiwan for future chain store development.

Financial highlights

• Gross profit was ¥64,723 million, with a gross margin of 33.5%.

• Operating margin stood at 5.1%, and net margin at 3.5%.

• Total assets at year-end were ¥160,251 million, with net assets of ¥98,669 million and an equity ratio of 61.3%.

• Cash and equivalents at year-end were ¥72,932 million.

• EPS was ¥114.17.

Outlook and guidance

• For the next fiscal year, revenue is projected at ¥205,000 million (+6.0% YoY), operating profit at ¥12,540 million (+26.1% YoY), and net income at ¥8,377 million (+22.3% YoY).

• Continued focus on expanding store network in high-density areas, improving profitability through store replacements, and enhancing online and overseas business.

• Medium-term targets for FY2031: revenue of ¥270,000 million and ordinary profit of ¥23,000 million.