Japan Exchange Group, Inc. [8697.T]
TOKYO, Apr 28 (Pulse News Wire) – Japan Exchange Group,inc. (8697.T) reported a rise in operating revenue for fiscal year 2025, driven by increased activity across all revenue categories.
Operating profit also saw growth due to higher interest rate swap management revenues and enhanced trading-related income. However, the group anticipates a decline in operating profit and net profit in fiscal year 2026 due to rising expenses related to system costs and participant refunds. For FY2026, the company projects operating revenue to increase but expects operating expenses to grow more rapidly, leading to a decrease in operating profit and net profit. Specifically, operating revenue is forecast at 205,000 compared to 3.2% in the previous year, while operating expenses are expected to reach 91,000.
As a result, operating profit is projected to drop to 115,000 from 116,289 in FY2025, and net profit is anticipated to fall to 77,500 from 61,092. In addition, Japan Exchange Group plans to implement ordinary dividends and repurchase up to 40 million shares during the period from June 1, 2026, to October 26, 2026, aiming for a total payout ratio of approximately 106%. The dividend per share is expected to remain unchanged at ¥61, with an ordinary dividend payout ratio of 80.9%. The company's capital policy focuses on maintaining robust financial stability and enhancing shareholder returns through strategic investments and operational efficiencies.
It aims to achieve sustainable market development and meet stakeholder expectations while ensuring long-term value creation.
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