TOKYO, May 12 (Pulse News Wire) – Aiphone CO.,LTD. (6718.T) reported a decline in revenue for the fiscal year ending March 2026 due to significant drops in overseas sales, particularly in North America.
Domestic sales increased, driven by growth in the housing and care markets, but could not offset the impact of reduced international demand. Domestic revenue rose by 4.2%, primarily fueled by a 6.7% increase in the housing market and a 10.8% surge in the care sector. However, overseas revenue plummeted by 24.3%, largely attributed to a 18.9% decrease in North American sales amid economic uncertainties and tariff issues. European sales also declined, though less severely, reflecting challenges such as price competition and economic stagnation.
In terms of profitability, operating profit fell sharply by 26.6%, followed by ordinary profit down 23.4% and net income attributable to shareholders dropping 31.7%. The company cited unfavorable changes in sales mix and higher development costs as key factors behind the declines. For the upcoming fiscal year, Aiphone plans to maintain its dividend payout at ¥70 per share annually, comprising an interim dividend of ¥50 and a final dividend of ¥20. The firm expects to continue this dividend policy in the next fiscal year as well.
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