Source disclosure: February 04, 2026
LY Corporation [4689.T]
TOKYO — LY Corporation, operator of LINE Yahoo and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange under code 4689, reported its third quarter earnings for the fiscal year ending March 2026 on February 4, 2026. The company's consolidated results for the period from April 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 showed significant growth across several key metrics.
For the third quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2026, LY Corporation recorded consolidated sales 7% compared to the same period last year. Operating income rose by 11.6%, reaching ¥284,198 million. Pre-tax profit surged by 18.3%, totaling ¥265,091 million. Net income attributable to parent companies' owners saw a substantial jump of 57.9%, amounting to ¥261,528 million. Additionally, net income attributable to shareholders increased by 43.6%, reaching ¥183,304 million. These figures represent robust performance, reflecting strong operational efficiency and strategic business decisions made throughout the quarter.
The company also provided adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), which stood at ¥377,316 million, up 3.8% from the previous year’s corresponding period. Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) were ¥26.38, representing a 15.2% increase over the prior year's figure of ¥22.58. This indicates that despite market challenges, LY Corporation has managed to maintain profitability and shareholder value.
Regarding the dividend situation, LY Corporation did not declare any interim dividends during the first three quarters of the current fiscal year. However, it is expected to pay out a total dividend of ¥7.30 per share for the entire fiscal year ending March 2026. This reflects the company's cautious approach towards distributing profits amid ongoing economic uncertainties and its commitment to reinvesting in future growth opportunities.
Looking ahead, LY Corporation forecasts consolidated sales revenue between ¥500,000 million and ¥510,000 million for the full fiscal year ending March 2026, indicating a modest growth rate of approximately 6.2%. The company anticipates adjusted EBITDA within the range of ¥25.9 to ¥26.9 billion, suggesting continued operational improvements. These projections highlight the management's confidence in sustaining positive momentum through the remainder of the fiscal year.
LY Corporation will hold an analyst briefing to discuss these results further. Detailed information regarding the company's financial statements and additional notes can be found on their official website at <https://www.lycorp.co.jp/ja/>.
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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