Source disclosure: February 10, 2026
SHIZUOKA GAS CO.,LTD. [9543.T]
TOKYO, Feb 10 (Pulse News Wire) – Shizuoka GAS CO.,LTD. (9543.T) reported fourth-quarter results showing a revenue decline of 10% to ¥2 billion but a significant increase in operating profit to ¥118 million compared to the previous year.
The company's ordinary profit rose to ¥147 million, up from ¥130 million last year. Despite a slight decrease in return on equity (ROE) to 8.1%, the firm maintained its dividend payout ratio at 32.2%. Looking ahead, Shizuoka Gas forecasts a gradual improvement in ROE to reach 8.0% by fiscal year 2028.
The company plans to invest heavily in overseas projects, renewable energy, and lifestyle services while continuing to focus on natural gas infrastructure development. Total investment for growth initiatives is expected to amount to 88% billion over the next three years. In addition, Shizuoka Gas aims to enhance shareholder returns through a progressive dividend policy, targeting a dividend payout rate of 36.4% in fiscal year 2026.
The company also intends to maintain a robust capital structure, with a debt-to-equity ratio projected to rise slightly to 0.6 by 2028.
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