Tohbu Network Co., Ltd. Raises Dividend Despite Earnings Downgrade
Tohbu Network Co., Ltd. (TSE:9036) has revised its full-year earnings forecast downward while significantly increasing shareholder payouts, signaling a shift toward higher capital returns despite operational headwinds.
| Item | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | JPY 11.2bn | JPY 10.1bn | -10.4% |
| Operating Profit | JPY 384M | JPY 270M | -29.7% |
| Ordinary Income | JPY 453M | JPY 370M | -18.3% |
| 親会社株主に帰属する当期純利益 | JPY 298M | JPY 300M | +0.7% |
| １株当たり当期純利益 | JPY 53M | JPY 54M | +1.9% |
The transportation and logistics operator attributed the downward revision to declining freight volumes in its trucking division, prolonged rate negotiations with customers, and reduced occupancy rates at some facilities following tenant contract expirations. The company is also undertaking restructuring efforts at underperforming locations.
Despite the operational challenges, Tohbu Network raised its interim dividend to JPY 12.50/share from JPY 7.50/share—a 66.7% increase—and lifted its year-end dividend to JPY 20.00/share from JPY 15.00/share. Net profit attributable to parent shareholders is projected to remain essentially flat at JPY 300M, with earnings per share rising 1.9% to JPY 53.67/share. Management indicated its commitment to maintaining stable dividends while gradually raising the consolidated payout ratio to enhance shareholder returns. The revision underscores the company’s prioritization of capital allocation to shareholders even as core business profitability contracts.
Source: Original filing (TDnet) | 日本語版
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