BUNKYODO GROUP HOLDINGS CO.,LTD. [9978.T]
TOKYO, Apr 14 (Pulse News Wire) – Bunkyodo Group Holdings CO.,LTD. (9978.T) adjusted its mid-year forecast for the fiscal year ending August 2026 due to higher-than-expected revenue and operating profit.
For the six months ended September 1, 2025, the company reported sales of 7,403 million yen, compared to a previous estimate of 7,100 million yen, marking a 4.3% increase. Operating profit came in at 40 million yen, up from the estimated 20 million yen, while earnings before interest and taxes (EBIT) fell to 8 million yen from 20 million yen previously projected. The interim net income per share dropped significantly to ¥0.02 from the earlier projection of ¥0.32.
The improved performance was driven by strong sales in the books division and newly introduced trading card department, along with the successful launch of "Bookstore's Gashapon Department." However, unexpected costs associated with closing unprofitable stores led to increased general and administrative expenses, impacting overall profitability. Looking ahead, despite the lower-than-projected results for the second quarter, the company maintains its full-year outlook based on expectations for continued robust performance in the book and new divisions. (Note: Future actual results may differ from these forecasts due to various factors.).
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