Nojima (7419) Q4 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Achieved record consolidated revenue of ¥982.8 billion, up 15.2% year-over-year, with all major segments contributing to growth.

• Operating income rose 20.1% to ¥58.1 billion, and net income attributable to parent increased 20.6% to ¥38.9 billion year-over-year.

• EBITDA reached ¥86.6 billion, up 16.6% year-over-year, reflecting strong operational performance.

• Comprehensive income rose to ¥47.5 billion, up 30.7% year-over-year.

• Headquarters relocated to Shinagawa to enhance operational efficiency and consolidate group companies.

Financial highlights

• Gross profit increased 13.5% year-over-year to ¥279.3 billion, with gross margin stable at 28.4%.

• Net assets reached ¥249.0 billion (up ¥40.7 billion YoY), and equity ratio improved to 40.8%.

• Free cash flow for the year was ¥44.1 billion, contributing to a cumulative FCF of ¥196.1 billion since FY17/3.

• Cash and cash equivalents at year-end were ¥96.3 billion, up ¥30.6 billion YoY.

• Dividend per share increased for the 13th consecutive year, totaling ¥45.00 (payout ratio 13.1%).

Outlook and guidance

• FY27/3 revenue forecast at ¥1 trillion (+1.7% YoY), operating income at ¥59 billion (+1.6% YoY), and net income at ¥48 billion (+23.3% YoY).

• EBITDA projected to rise to ¥97 billion (+12.0% YoY).

• Continued investment in human resources, stores, and digital transformation.

• Cautious outlook due to global economic risks, FX volatility, and industry competition.