Source disclosure: January 08, 2026
FAST RETAILING CO.,LTD. [9983.T]
TOKYO — Fast Retailing Co., Ltd., operator of the Uniqlo clothing chain and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange under code number 9983, reported its first quarter earnings for the fiscal year ending August 2026 on January 8, 2026. The company's consolidated results for the period from September 1, 2025 to November 30, 2025 showed significant growth across key performance indicators.
Fast Retailing’s consolidated revenue reached ¥1,027.7 billion, marking an increase of 14.8% compared to the same period last year. This robust performance was driven by a 31.0% rise in operating income to ¥205.6 billion and a 33.9% jump in gross profit to ¥210.9 billion. Net income attributable to owners of the parent increased by 13.0%, reaching ¥158.5 billion. Basic earnings per share rose to ¥480.55, up from ¥430.19 in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.
The company also provided details regarding its capital structure as of the end of the first quarter. 4 billion, while total equity amounted to ¥2,568.8 billion, representing a return on equity ratio of 58.4%. These figures reflect a solid financial position that supports ongoing operations and future investments.
Looking ahead, Fast Retailing revised its full-year forecast for the fiscal year ending August 2026. Revenue is now expected to reach ¥3.8 trillion, a 11.7% increase over the prior year. Operating income and net income are projected to grow by 17.9% and 3.9%, respectively, to ¥650 billion and ¥450 billion. Additionally, the company plans to distribute dividends of ¥270 per share during each of the second and third quarters, totaling ¥540 per share for the fiscal year.
Fast Retailing will hold an analyst briefing to discuss these results further. The company has made adjustments to both its dividend payout expectations and its overall financial outlook since its most recent public announcements. Investors should refer to the detailed explanations provided within the attached documents for a comprehensive understanding of the underlying assumptions and factors influencing these projections.
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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