Source disclosure: February 06, 2026
Chikuho Bank [8398.F]
TOKYO — Chikuho Bank reported its third quarter earnings for the fiscal year ending March 2026 on February 6, 2026. The bank, listed on the Fukuoka Stock Exchange under code number 8398 and accessible via <http://www.chikugin.co.jp>, disclosed that it had achieved robust growth during the period from April 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025.
The company's consolidated operating revenue reached ¥16,243 million, marking an increase of 16.4% compared to the same quarter last year. Similarly, the consolidated operating income rose by 17.4%, reaching ¥1,282 million. Net income attributable to shareholders of the parent company also saw a significant rise of 12.2%, amounting to ¥886 million. These figures reflect a strong performance relative to the previous year’s results, which were ¥13,949 million, ¥1,092 million, and ¥789 million respectively.
Regarding shareholder dividends, Chikuho Bank maintained its dividend policy without any changes as of the end of the third quarter. For the fiscal year ending March 2026, the interim dividend was set at ¥25 per share, consistent with the prior year. The total annual dividend is expected to remain unchanged at ¥50 per share based on current projections. No revisions have been made to previously announced dividend expectations.
In terms of financial position, Chikuho Bank reported a total asset value of ¥898,007 million as of the end of the third quarter, representing a slight increase over the previous year-end figure of ¥883,099 million. The equity ratio improved significantly to 4.2%, up from 3.5% in the corresponding period last year. This improvement reflects better capital management practices and increased resilience against potential risks.
Chikuho Bank anticipates continued positive trends throughout the fiscal year ending March 2026. Projected full-year consolidated operating revenue is estimated at ¥21,380 million, a 11.5% increase over the previous fiscal year. Operating income is forecast to grow by 28.4% to ¥1,480 million, while net income attributable to shareholders of the parent company is expected to reach ¥1,100 million, marking a 12.1% increase. On a per-share basis, this translates to an anticipated net income of ¥185.08 per share.
These forecasts indicate a promising outlook for Chikuho Bank, supported by ongoing improvements in operational efficiency and strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing profitability. However, the bank cautions that actual future performance may vary due to various factors not currently foreseen.
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.
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