Konoshima Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. Revises Earnings & Dividend — Revenue Cut but Profits and Dividend Rise
Konoshima Chemical Industry Co., Ltd. (TSE:40260) has revised its earnings and dividend forecast for the fiscal year ending April 30, 2026. Revenue was trimmed on weaker chemical product sales, but improved product mix and cost cuts lifted all profit lines.
| Item | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | JPY 28.1bn | JPY 27.7bn | -JPY 400m (-1.4%) |
| Operating Profit | JPY 2.20bn | JPY 2.40bn | +JPY 200m (+9.1%) |
| Ordinary Income | JPY 2.10bn | JPY 2.30bn | +JPY 200m (+9.5%) |
| Net Profit | JPY 1.50bn | JPY 1.60bn | +JPY 100m (+6.7%) |
| EPS | JPY 165.47 per share | JPY 176.07 per share | +JPY 10.60 (+6.4%) |
| Year-end Dividend | JPY 23.00 per share | JPY 26.00 per share | +JPY 3.00 (+13.0%) |
| Annual Dividend | JPY 44.00 per share | JPY 49.00 per share | +JPY 5.00 (+11.4%) |
The revision reflects lower-than-expected revenue in the chemical products segment, but higher operating profits driven by increased sales of high-value products and cost-cutting measures. Management emphasized that the dividend increase is aligned with its commitment to shareholder returns, balancing profit levels, dividend payout ratios, and retained earnings for future growth.
The revised forecast signals improved operational efficiency and a stronger focus on shareholder value, reinforcing the company’s strategy of maintaining stable dividend payments. Investors should note that the revised earnings and dividend figures reflect management’s confidence in the company’s ability to deliver consistent performance despite market uncertainties.
Source: Original filing (TDnet) | 日本語版
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