Chubu Electric Power Reports Decline in Profits

Chubu Electric Power Companyorporated ( (CHUEF) ) has released its Q4 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Chubu Electric Power Companyorporated presented to its investors.

Chubu Electric Power Company, Incorporated is a leading Japanese utility company primarily engaged in the generation and distribution of electricity, with operations extending into various energy-related services and sectors. The company is listed on the Tokyo and Nagoya stock exchanges and is known for its significant contributions to Japan’s energy infrastructure.

In its latest financial report for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025, Chubu Electric Power Company reported a modest increase in operating revenue by 1.6% to 3,669.2 billion yen. However, the company faced a substantial decline in profits, with ordinary profit and profit attributable to owners of the parent decreasing by 45.7% and 49.9%, respectively, compared to the previous year.

Key financial metrics highlighted in the report include a decrease in operating profit to 242.0 billion yen, driven by increased costs related to fuel price fluctuations and supply-demand adjustments. The company’s net assets improved to 2,858.5 billion yen, reflecting a stronger equity position, while cash flows from operating activities decreased to 301.3 billion yen due to higher expenditure on supply-demand adjustments.

Looking ahead, Chubu Electric Power Company projects a decrease in operating revenue and ordinary profit for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. Despite challenges such as potential impacts from U.S. tariff policies and fluctuating fuel prices, the company aims to maintain profitability through strategic cost management and market adaptations.