TOKYO, Apr 15 (Pulse News Wire) – Graphite Design Inc. (7847.T) reported lower revenue and profits for its fiscal year ending February 28, 2026.
Revenue was ¥2.711 billion compared to ¥3.074 billion in the previous fiscal year. Operating profit declined to --¥70.7 million from ¥250.5 million, while net income dropped to ¥144 million from ¥376 million. Despite challenging market conditions, the company maintained a dividend payout rate of 3.9%, distributing ¥15 per share for the fiscal year ended February 28, 2026. Looking ahead, Graphite Design forecasts revenue growth of ¥2.890 billion and expects operating profit, ordinary profit, and net profit to increase by ¥6.6 million%, ¥307 million%, and ¥309 million%, respectively, for the fiscal year ending February 28, 2027.
In terms of financial position, total assets increased to ¥7.019 billion, driven primarily by higher inventory levels and investments in fixed assets such as a new factory. However, liabilities also rose due to increased long-term borrowings, leading to a reduction in shareholders’ equity to ¥5.022 billion. As a result, the company's capital adequacy ratio stood at ¥71.6 million%. Graphite Design plans to focus on cost competitiveness and technological advancements to support future growth and shareholder returns.
The company intends to maintain stable dividend payouts while ensuring sufficient internal reserves for strategic investments.
Financial results — FY2026/2 (consolidated)
| Metric | Current | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | ¥2,711M | -11.8% |
| Operating profit | ¥156M | -70.7% |
| Net profit | ¥144M | -61.7% |
Next period forecast
Revenue
¥2,890M
+6.6%Op. profit
¥307M
+96.1%Net profit
¥208M
+44.1%Source: TDNet filing · Figures in millions of yen
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