AIAI Group Sees FY27 Sales Up 15%, Driven by Integration Benefits

TOKYO, Jun 24 (Pulse News Wire) – AIAI Group Corporation (6557.T) reported strong fiscal 2026 results, achieving record sales of ¥14.60 billion, operating profit of ¥1.100 billion, and EBITDA of ¥1.780 billion. For fiscal 2027, the company forecasts sales growth of 15% to ¥26.00 billion, driven by the integration benefits of acquiring kiGHD.

Despite initial costs, AIAI expects EBITDA to expand to ¥2.700 billion and net income to reach ¥700 million. In the coming year, AIAI plans to enhance operational efficiency through PMI initiatives aimed at boosting profitability and reducing costs.

The company also outlined its strategy to continue expanding its AI-driven childcare ecosystem across key urban areas, targeting sustainable earnings per share growth. AIAI's management highlighted their focus on maintaining robust cash flow and financial discipline post-acquisition, aiming to achieve a Net Debt/EBITDA ratio of around 7 times by March 2027.

Additionally, the firm intends to shift towards long-term shareholder returns via organic growth rather than dividend payouts.