Source disclosure: January 14, 2026
LAPINE CO.,LTD. [8143.T]
TOKYO — LAPINE CO., LTD. reported its third quarter earnings for the fiscal year ending February 2026 on January 14, 2026.
For the period from March 1, 2025 to November 30, 2025, LAPINE recorded consolidated sales of ¥1.404 billion, marking a decrease of 7.9% compared to the same period last year when sales were ¥1.523 billion. Operating income declined significantly to ¥(-225 million), down from ¥(-289 million) in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal year. Similarly, ordinary income fell to ¥(-209 million) from ¥(-72 million) in the prior-year period. Net income attributable to shareholders of the parent company dropped to ¥(-215 million) from ¥(-57 million).
Regarding the financial position, 004 billion as of the end of the third quarter, while equity decreased to ¥702 million, resulting in a capital adequacy ratio of 23.4%. This compares unfavorably with the figures from the same period last year, where total assets were ¥3.041 billion and equity was ¥844 million, yielding a higher capital adequacy ratio of 27.8%.
In terms of dividend policy, no dividends have been paid out during any quarter of both the current and previous fiscal years. For the upcoming fiscal year ending February 2026, there are currently no plans to distribute dividends based on the latest forecast. Additionally, the company does not anticipate making any adjustments to previously announced dividend expectations.
Looking ahead, LAPINE has revised its full-year forecasts for the fiscal year ending February 2026. Sales are expected to reach ¥1.850 billion, representing a decline of 9.4% from the previous fiscal year. Projected operating loss stands at ¥(-320 million), an increase in losses from ¥(-300 million) in the prior year. Ordinary losses are anticipated to be ¥(-300 million), up from ¥(-250 million) last year. Net income per share is forecasted to be ¥(-126.91), reflecting a significant downturn from the previous year's performance.
The company emphasizes that these forward-looking statements are based on current information and reasonable assumptions but do not constitute guarantees of future performance. Actual results could differ materially due to various factors. Investors should refer to page three of the attached documents for more detailed explanations regarding the underlying conditions and considerations for utilizing these forecasts effectively. Furthermore, the rounding method for per-share data aligns with practices outlined in securities reports and semi-annual filings, employing a truncation approach.
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.
AI-translated content. 🟢 Confidence: High See terms • Original filing