Howtelevision Raises Earnings Forecast — Operating Profit +402.8%
Howtelevision (TSE:70640) raised its earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending January 2026, driven by cost savings from a completed headquarters relocation and productivity improvements.
| Item | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | JPY 2.75bn | JPY 2.56bn | -JPY 190mn (-7.0%) |
| Operating Profit | JPY 50mn | JPY 251mn | +JPY 201mn (+402.8%) |
| Ordinary Income | JPY 44mn | JPY 248mn | +JPY 204mn (+464.6%) |
| Net Profit | JPY 27mn | JPY 96mn | +JPY 69mn (+257.7%) |
| EPS | JPY 19.85 per share | JPY 35.51 per share | +JPY 15.66 per share (+78.9%) |
The company revised its forecast after successfully completing the headquarters relocation in February 2026, which had previously been expected to increase costs. Management noted that productivity gains and reduced relocation expenses led to exceeding original profit targets.
The upward revision signals improved operational efficiency and cost control, suggesting stronger-than-expected performance for the full fiscal year. Investors should note that the revised forecast reflects both one-time cost reductions and ongoing operational improvements.
Source: Original filing (TDnet) | 日本語版
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