Takahashi Curtain Wall Raises FY2026 Profit Forecast 58% on Cost Gains

Takahashi Curtain Wall Raises FY2026 Profit Forecast 58% on Cost Gains

Takahashi Curtain Wall Corporation (TSE:1994) has raised its full-year earnings and dividend guidance for the fiscal year ending December 2026, citing improved profitability in its precast concrete curtain wall business and strong performance in its aqua division.

For the full fiscal year, the company now projects net profit of JPY 550M, up 58.5% from its prior forecast of JPY 347M, while revenue is expected to decline slightly to JPY 8.15bn from JPY 8.25bn. Operating profit is forecast at JPY 730M, a 62.2% increase, and ordinary income (keijo rieki)—a Japan-specific metric combining operating profit with non-operating items—is raised to JPY 830M from JPY 530M. The revision reflects improved cost structures in the precast concrete curtain wall segment and robust order intake in the aqua business, partially offset by production timing delays in certain projects during the first half. The company also benefited from reversals of construction loss reserves.

To commemorate its 75th anniversary, Takahashi Curtain Wall has increased both interim and year-end dividend payouts by JPY 1.00/share, raising the annual dividend to JPY 22.00/share from JPY 20.00/share. The earnings upgrade demonstrates margin expansion despite modest revenue headwinds, signaling improved operational efficiency. However, investors should note that the full-year outlook assumes material cost inflation in the second half from rising input prices and labor expenses, which could pressure margins if market conditions deteriorate.

Source: Original filing (TDnet) | 日本語版

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