KIKUCHI SEISAKUSHO CO.,LTD. [3444.T]
TOKYO, Jun 12 (Pulse News Wire) – Kikuchi Seisakusho CO.,LTD. (3444.T) reported higher-than-expected revenue but mixed operating and ordinary profits for the fiscal year ending April 2026.
The company recorded revenues exceeding its previous forecasts due to strong performance in trial production and mass-production products, particularly in watchmaking machinery and large-scale industrial printing machines. However, increased costs in materials and subcontracting rates affected profitability in some areas. In the fourth quarter, Kikuchi Seisakusho recognized extraordinary expenses totaling ¥74 million from equity-method investments, leading to a cumulative loss of ¥109 million for the fiscal year. Additionally, the firm booked special gains of 7S million yen from changes in equity interests and recovered liabilities related to retirement benefits amounting to ¥29 million.
Despite the positive revenue growth, operating profit and ordinary profit fell below forecast levels due to temporary declines in gross margins from high-complexity projects and rising research and development costs. On the other hand, net income exceeded expectations thanks to increased sales proceeds from securities disposals and reduced tax expenses. Looking ahead, the company plans to focus on enhancing productivity through organizational integration and equipment investment while expanding operations in emerging markets. It also intends to improve efficiency in robotics and other product lines by refining project portfolios and optimizing cost structures.
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