UBE (4208) Q1 2027 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Net sales for April–June 2026 were ¥121,896 million, up from ¥100,459 million year-over-year, reflecting strong top-line growth.

• Operating profit rose 81.5% to ¥11,254 million, while profit attributable to owners of parent increased 123.6% to ¥7,722 million compared to the same quarter last year.

• Comprehensive income for the quarter was ¥5,553 million, up 88.6% year-over-year.

Financial highlights

• Net income per share for the quarter was ¥43.15, slightly down from ¥44.90 year-over-year.

• Shareholders' equity ratio improved to 46.7% as of June 30, 2026, from 46.2% at the end of March 2026.

• Total assets stood at ¥939,879 million, with net assets at ¥456,948 million as of June 30, 2026.

Outlook and guidance

• Full-year net sales forecast for FY ending March 2027 is ¥485,000 million, with operating profit projected at ¥23,500 million, up 24.1% year-over-year.

• Profit attributable to owners of parent is forecast at ¥24,500 million, a 2.6% increase year-over-year.

• Net income per share for the full year is projected at ¥252.20.

• No revision to the latest forecast of consolidated financial results.