Arakawa Chemical Industries REPORTS LOWER NET PROFIT FOR FISCAL YEAR END MARCH 2026

TOKYO, May 14 (Pulse News Wire) – Arakawa Chemical Industries,ltd. (4968.T) reported lower net profit for the fiscal year ended March 2026 compared to the previous year.

Revenue reached ¥82.14 billion, while operating profit stood at ¥2.500 billion. Net profit attributable to shareholders was ¥2.201 billion, down from ¥2.617 billion in the prior year. The company's overseas sales accounted for 43.1% of total revenue, with Asia contributing significantly at 42.9%.

Despite a slight decrease in overall sales, Arakawa Chemical maintained its focus on sustainable operations through initiatives such as V-ACTION for sustainability. In addition, the firm’s cash flow statement showed a decline in cash flows from operating activities, totaling ¥4.025 billion for the fiscal year ending March 2026, compared to -¥5 billion in the previous year. Capital expenditures also decreased, reflecting strategic adjustments in investment allocation.