The Gunma Bank, Ltd. (TSE:8334) has raised its full-year earnings and dividend forecast for the 2026 fiscal year, citing strong performance in its core banking activities.
| Item | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ordinary Income (Keijo Rieki) | JPY 78.0bn | JPY 84.8bn | +JPY 6.8bn (+8.7%) |
| Net Profit | JPY 55.0bn | JPY 58.8bn | +JPY 3.8bn (+6.9%) |
| EPS | J3144.70 | JPY 154.70 | +JPY 10.00/share (+43.9%) |
| Year-end Dividend | JPY 60.00 | JPY 62.00 | +JPY 2.00 (+3.3%) |
| Full-year Dividend | JPY 45.00 | JPY 62.00 | +JPY 17.00 (+37.8%) |
The bank attributed the upward revision primarily to increased interest income from loans and securities, alongside strong performance in its core operations. The revision of net profit to JPY 58.8bn from JPY 55.0bn reflects improved profitability.
This revision signals the bank's confidence in sustaining profitability and enhancing shareholder returns. The increase in the full-year dividend to JPY 62.00/share, up from JPY 45.00, underscores the bank’s commitment to rewarding shareholders. This move is expected to bolster investor sentiment regarding the bank’s financial health and long-term prospects.
Source: Original filing (TDnet) | 日本語版
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