YAKULT HONSHA CO.,LTD. [2267.T]
TOKYO, May 12 (Pulse News Wire) – Yakult Honsha CO.,LTD. (2267.T) reported lower revenue and profits for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026.
Revenue decreased by 2.7%, dropping to ¥486.425 billion from ¥500 billion in the previous fiscal year. Operating profit fell by 18.4%, down to ¥45.185 billion from ¥55.5 billion last year. Net profit attributable to parent shareholders declined by 9.3%, reaching ¥44.228 billion compared to ¥45.533 billion previously. In the fourth quarter ending March 31, 2026, revenue dropped by 7.7% to ¥121.636 billion, while operating profit decreased by 40.2% to ¥14.5 billion.
Despite these declines, the company maintained its forecast for the next fiscal year, expecting revenue of ¥527 billion and net profit of ¥46.5 billion. The company attributed some of the decline to unfavorable exchange rates impacting overseas operations. Additionally, increased costs related to marketing and general administrative expenses contributed to reduced profitability. Yakult Honsha continues to focus on sustainable initiatives and environmental goals as part of its long-term strategy.
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