Bank of The Ryukyus,Limited [8399.T]
TOKYO, Apr 23 (Pulse News Wire) – Bank Of The Ryukyus,limited (8399.T) reported a total unrealized loss of ¥2.4 billion on securities held-to-maturity as of the end of March 2026. Despite this, the bank revised its previously disclosed earnings forecast and dividend expectations upward due to higher-than-expected interest income from bond investments.
The bank's unrealized loss represents approximately 12.5% of its ordinary profit for the fiscal year ended March 2025, which was ¥19.2 billion. Additionally, the loss accounts for roughly 18.7% of the parent company shareholders’ net income for the same period, amounting to ¥12.8 billion.
Details of the revision to the earnings forecast and increased dividend expectations are available in today’s separate press release titled “Amended Forecast and Final Dividend Increase Announcement.” The bank noted that while the unrealized losses could impact future performance, various factors could lead to significant deviations from projected outcomes. Therefore, investors should exercise caution when interpreting forward-looking statements based on current assumptions and available data.
As of March 31, 2026, the bank also recorded a total unrealized gain of ¥1.6 billion on its securities portfolio, resulting in a net unrealized loss of ¥800 million.
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