THE TOCHIGI BANK,LTD. [8550.T]
TOKYO, May 13 (Pulse News Wire) – THE Tochigi Bank,ltd. (8550.T) reported higher revenue and profits for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026.
Operating revenue increased to ¥111 billion, up from ¥110 billion in the previous year. Ordinary profit reached ¥1 billion compared to ¥0 last year, marking significant growth. Net profit attributable to parent shareholders rose to ¥5.200 billion from ¥4 billion previously. The bank's capital adequacy ratio stood at 15.2%, down slightly from 15.39% in the prior year.
Return on equity (ROE) improved significantly to 1.26%, up from -0.73%. Pre-tax income also saw substantial gains due to increases in interest income from loans and securities, along with lower impairment losses on investments. In addition, the bank announced an increase in its final dividend for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, raising it from ¥20 per share to ¥25 per share. Combined with the interim dividend of ¥20 per share, the total annual dividend payout stands at ¥45 per share.
Looking ahead, Tochigi Bank plans to maintain a conservative approach to investment, focusing primarily on medium-term bonds to mitigate interest rate risk while supporting local businesses through various advisory services and business matchmaking initiatives.
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