The Shikoku Bank, Ltd. Raises Earnings & Dividend — 13.6bn JPY
The Shikoku Bank, Ltd. (TSE:8387) has raised its earnings and dividend forecast for the 2026 fiscal year, reflecting improved profitability and cost efficiency.
| Item | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ordinary Income (Keijo Rieki) | 12,700 M | 13,600 M | +900 M (+7.0%) |
| Net Profit | 16,700 M | 17,000 M | +300 M (+1.7%) |
| EPS | JPY 400.76 per share | JPY 407.25 per share | +JPY 6.25 per share (+1.56%) |
| Annual Dividend | JPY 56.00 per share | JPY 60.00 per share | +JPY 4.00 per share (+7.14%) |
The revision follows stronger-than-expected performance in non-operating income, including interest and service revenue, alongside lower-than-anticipated expenses and credit-related costs.
The upward revision signals confidence in the bank’s ability to enhance profitability and control costs, supporting a higher dividend payout to shareholders. This move aligns with broader trends in Japanese banking to improve shareholder returns amid a challenging interest rate environment.
Source: Original filing (TDnet) | 日本語版
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