SHIMAMURA (8227) Q1 2027 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Net sales for Q1 FY2/27 reached ¥181,663 million, up 7.9% year-over-year, with operating income at ¥17,890 million (+16.8% YoY) and net income attributable to owners at ¥12,857 million (+19.0% YoY), marking record highs across all business segments in Japan and overseas.

• Comprehensive income increased 6.1% year-over-year to ¥11,979 million for the quarter.

• Domestic net sales rose 7.7% year-over-year, driven by enhancements to private-brand products, character projects, and diversified sales promotions.

• A 3-for-1 stock split was conducted on February 21, 2026, impacting EPS and dividend calculations.

Financial highlights

• Q1 FY2/27 net sales: ¥181,663 million, up 7.9% year-over-year.

• Gross profit: ¥63,496 million (gross margin 35.0%), up 7.9% year-over-year.

• Operating income: ¥17,890 million (margin 9.8%), up 16.8% year-over-year.

• Net income attributable to owners: ¥12,857 million (margin 7.1%), up 19.0% year-over-year.

• Net income per share: ¥61.92, up from ¥48.98 YoY, reflecting the 3-for-1 stock split.

• Total assets grew to ¥576,855 million as of May 20, 2026.

• Equity-to-asset ratio stood at 85.4% as of May 20, 2026.

Outlook and guidance

• FY2/27 net sales forecast: ¥729,193 million, up 4.2% year-over-year.

• Operating income forecast: ¥66,842 million, up 8.7% year-over-year.

• Net income forecast: ¥47,321 million, up 6.4% year-over-year.

• Basic EPS forecast for the year is ¥227.92, reflecting the share split.

• Dividend per share expected at ¥80 for the full year.