Sanko Techno Co., Ltd. Revises Earnings Forecast — Net Profit Up 37%
Sanko Techno Co., Ltd. (TSE:3435) has raised its earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 2026, driven by improved profitability despite a modest revenue decline.
| Item | Before (JPY M) | After (JPY M) | Change | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | 22,000 | 21,760 | -239 | -1.1% |
| Operating Profit | 1,650 | 1,793 | +143 | +8.7% |
| Ordinary Income | 1,660 | 1,856 | +196 | +11.8% |
| Net Profit | 1,160 | 1,592 | +432 | +37.3% |
| EPS | JPY 146.69/share | JPY 201.24/share | +JPY 54.55/share | +37.2% |
The construction materials and equipment supplier attributed the revenue decline of JPY 239M to rising material costs and labor expenses, along with project delays affecting its core post-installed anchor products. However, the company’s shift toward higher-margin contract selection and strong demand for packaging and logistics equipment offset these headwinds. Additionally, the January 2026 acquisition of Kofu Seibyo Co., Ltd. and KOHBYO (THAILAND) Co., Ltd. generated JPY 284M in negative goodwill gains, significantly boosting bottom-line profitability.
The revision underscores management’s disciplined approach to project selection and the accretive impact of recent M&A activity. While revenue remains under pressure from cost inflation and operational challenges, the substantial 37% increase in net profit and ordinary income (keijo rieki)—a Japan-specific metric combining operating profit with financial income and expenses—signals improved operational efficiency and financial management. International investors should note that the ordinary income figure reflects non-operating items and may differ materially from operating profit alone. The earnings upgrade, coupled with margin expansion, positions the company favorably despite near-term revenue headwinds.
Source: Original filing (TDnet) | 日本語版
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