Parker (9845) Q4 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue increased 4.7% year-over-year to ¥73,307 million, with operating income up 32.1% and net income attributable to shareholders up 66.9%.

• Growth driven by stable demand in automotive and industrial sectors, improved product mix, and cost structure optimization.

• All major segments except chemicals posted revenue or profit growth; chemicals saw higher profits despite lower sales.

Financial highlights

• Operating income: ¥6,487 million (up 32.1% YoY); ordinary income: ¥7,089 million (up 58.9% YoY).

• Net income attributable to shareholders: ¥4,694 million (up 66.9% YoY).

• Comprehensive income: ¥6,458 million (up 31.6% YoY).

• Cash and equivalents at year-end: ¥21,431 million, up ¥2,702 million from prior year.

Outlook and guidance

• FY2027 forecast: revenue ¥74,000 million (+0.9%), operating income ¥5,800 million (–10.6%), ordinary income ¥6,200 million (–12.5%), net income attributable to shareholders ¥4,400 million (–6.3%).

• Economic recovery expected to continue, but risks from inflation, FX volatility, and geopolitical tensions remain.