Source disclosure: February 05, 2026
Bandai Namco Holdings Inc. [7832.T]
TOKYO — Bandai Namco Holdings Inc., listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange under code number 7832, reported its third quarter earnings for the fiscal year ending March 2026 on February 5, 2026. The company's consolidated results for the period from April 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 showed mixed performance compared to the same period last year.
The company’s revenue increased by 4.9 percent to ¥1,002,243 million, while operating income declined by 12.2 percent to ¥157,395 million. Similarly, ordinary income decreased by 10.2 percent to ¥166,484 million and net income attributable to shareholders of the parent company fell by 10.6 percent to ¥115,044 million. These figures contrast sharply with the previous year's third quarter where all metrics were significantly higher due to strong growth rates across the board.
Regarding shareholder returns, the company announced an interim dividend of ¥23 per share for the current fiscal year, up from ¥11 per share in the prior year. However, this was part of a revised dividend policy as detailed in the announcement made today regarding the adjusted full-year forecasts and dividend expectations. The total expected annual dividend for the fiscal year is now set at ¥73 per share, reflecting the company's ongoing commitment to maintaining competitive payouts despite recent declines in profitability.
In terms of financial health, Bandai Namco maintained a robust balance sheet with total assets of ¥1,169,415 million and equity of ¥855,136 million, resulting in a solid capital adequacy ratio of 73.1 percent. This represents a slight improvement over the previous year-end figures, indicating that the company continues to manage its resources effectively even amidst challenging market conditions.
For the full fiscal year ending March 2026, Bandai Namco has revised its outlook to reflect more cautious projections. Revenue is forecasted to grow by 4.7 percent to ¥1,300,000 million, while operating profit is anticipated to increase marginally by 0.4 percent to ¥181,000 million. Ordinary profit and net income are projected to rise slightly by 1.9 percent and 0.5 percent respectively, leading to an estimated earnings per share of ¥200.83. These adjustments come after the initial forecasts released on November 6, 2025, which have been updated based on evolving business conditions and strategic assessments.
The company also noted several significant changes affecting the scope of consolidation during the reporting period and highlighted unique accounting treatments applied specifically to the quarterly financial statements. Detailed explanations for these adjustments can be found in the supplementary materials provided alongside the report.
Bandai Namco will publish additional explanatory documents on their official website on February 5, 2026, providing further insights into their financial position and future strategies. Investors and analysts are encouraged to review these comprehensive materials for a deeper understanding of the company's performance and prospects.
Note: Financial figures from the earnings presentation have been removed pending correction. For accurate figures, refer to the company's earnings summary (kessan tanshin) filed separately on TDNet.
AI-translated content. 🟢 Confidence: High See terms • Original filing