Maruyoshi Center Inc. (TSE:7515), a mid-sized food supermarket operator with a strong regional presence in Shikoku and recent expansion to Awaji Island, reported a sharp rise in profitability for the full year ending February 2026, despite no revenue data being available. The company’s operating profit surged by 155.7% year-on-year to JPY 339M, while net profit jumped an extraordinary 851.7% to JPY 131M, driven by cost optimization and the expansion of private brand (PB) products.
| Item | Current FY (MJPY) | Previous FY (MJPY) | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Profit | 339 | 132 | +155.7% |
| Ordinary Income | 323 | 145 | +122.1% |
| Net Profit | 131 | 13 | +851.7% |
Maruyoshi Center operates a regional-focused retail model, leveraging its base in Shikoku and strategic moves such as its capital alliance with Izumi Corporation and the expansion of PB products. These initiatives appear to have significantly improved its profit margins, as evidenced by the substantial increase in net profit.
However, the company’s outlook for the next fiscal year suggests a marked slowdown in profitability. Management has provided the following guidance:
| Item | Next FY Guidance (MJPY) | Change vs. Current FY |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 44,000 | +2.3% |
| Operating Profit | 180 | -47.0% |
| Ordinary Income | 140 | -56.8% |
| Net Profit | 10 | -92.4% |
Revenue is expected to rise slightly, but operating profit, ordinary income, and net profit are all projected to decline sharply. This guidance appears to be on the conservative side, given the significant improvements in the current period.
Next Year Guidance
Revenue target: JPY 44,000M (+2.3% YoY) — conservative given the current performance; operating profit target of JPY 180M implies a significant decline from the current year’s strong results.
What to Watch
- Sustainability of Margin Improvements: The current period’s dramatic rise in net profit—up 851.7% YoY—suggests a major improvement in cost structure and efficiency. However, the sharp decline in next-year guidance raises questions about the sustainability of these gains, particularly as the company faces potential headwinds such as economic slowdowns or increased competition.
Source: Original filing (TDnet) | 日本語版
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