TOKYO, Apr 14 (Pulse News Wire) – Shochiku CO.,LTD. (9601.T) reported a revenue decrease to ¥67 billion for the fiscal year ended February 2026, compared to ¥84 billion in the previous year.
However, operating profit surged to ¥89 billion, up from ¥88 billion last year. Net profit attributable to shareholders was ¥663 million, marking a significant improvement from the loss of ¥3.016 billion in the prior year. In its film-related business, Shochiku saw strong performance driven by successful movie releases such as "TOKYO Taxi," which contributed significantly to revenue growth.
Additionally, the theatrical division experienced robust box office results, particularly from films like "LASTMAN - FIRST LOVE" and "Mobile Suit Gundam: Hathaway's Flash Killece Witch." Meanwhile, the theater operations continued to thrive with notable performances across various stages, including Kabuki-Za’s 130th anniversary celebration featuring major kabuki plays. Despite a slight decline in real estate revenues, the property management division maintained high occupancy rates through strategic leasing initiatives and asset enhancement projects. Looking ahead, Shochiku revised its dividend expectations for the upcoming fiscal year, planning to increase ordinary dividends while adding special dividends, bringing the total expected per share dividend to ¥30.
The company also announced plans to commence demolition work on Osaka Shochikuza Theater due to aging facilities, expecting a significant impact on future earnings.
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