TOKYO, May 15 (Pulse News Wire) – Amifa CO.,LTD. (7800.T) reported robust second quarter results for the nine-month fiscal period ending September 2026.
Revenue increased by 188 million yen to 5,326 million yen compared to the same period last year, despite ongoing inflationary pressures and a weakening yen. Operating profit surged to 631 million yen, up 396 million yen from 235 million yen in the previous year, driven by cost reduction measures and improved sales performance. The company highlighted its focus on seasonal and annual product strategies, which contributed to maintaining stable sales volumes. Additionally, efforts to enhance sales floor proposals and concentrate on best-selling products significantly boosted profitability. Amifa also noted improvements in gross margin rates due to reduced inventory valuation losses and lower selling and administrative expenses.
Looking ahead, while the economic outlook remains uncertain, Amifa expects to surpass its highest-ever revenue target for the fiscal year ending September 2026. However, the company anticipates challenges such as sustained inflation, continued weakness in the yen, and volatile crude oil prices impacting the second half of the fiscal year. As a result, Amifa revised its full-year operating profit and net income forecasts upward to 620 million yen and 680 million yen, respectively. In terms of dividend policy, Amifa plans to increase its per-share dividend to ¥215.46 based on anticipated higher earnings, excluding one-time items like relocation compensation and costs. The company aims to maintain a consistent payout ratio and dividend yield exceeding 30%.
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