TOKYO, Apr 14 (Pulse News Wire) – Asterisk Inc. (6522.T) reported its second quarter consolidated results for the fiscal year ending August 2026, showing sales of ¥760 million, lower operating profit of ¥29 million, ordinary loss of ¥8 million, and net income attributable to shareholders of ¥-1.46 per share.
This marks a significant deviation from the initial forecast released on October 15, 2025, which anticipated higher revenues and profits. The discrepancy was primarily attributed to delays in domestic manufacturing, food, and telecommunications sectors, coupled with prolonged negotiations and changes in economic policies affecting large deals in the US retail, manufacturing, logistics, and service industries. As a result, sales fell below expectations by ¥146 million compared to the previous forecast. Despite lower sales, the company managed to reduce selling and administrative expenses by ¥119 million through cost-cutting measures, leading to improved operating profit.
Additionally, foreign exchange gains due to the weakening yen contributed to a positive impact on extraordinary income, resulting in better-than-forecasted ordinary and net earnings. In light of these developments, Asterisk Inc. has decided to maintain its full-year forecasts based on current sales trends and market conditions. However, the company reserves the right to revise projections should future performance warrant adjustments.
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