Dowa Holdings Reports Decline in Quarterly Profits

Dowa Holdings Co ( (DWMNF) ) has released its Q1 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Dowa Holdings Co presented to its investors.

Dowa Holdings Co., Ltd., a company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, operates in the environmental management, recycling, and nonferrous metals sectors, among others. The company recently released its earnings report for the three months ending June 30, 2025, showing a decline in net sales and profits compared to the previous year. Net sales decreased by 15.3% to ¥160,129 million, while operating profit fell by 44.6% to ¥6,494 million. Ordinary profit also saw a significant drop of 39.7% to ¥8,616 million, and profit attributable to owners of the parent decreased by 45.7% to ¥6,401 million.

Despite the downturn in financial performance, Dowa Holdings maintained a solid equity-to-asset ratio of 60.3%, reflecting a stable financial position. The company reported total assets of ¥649,532 million and net assets of ¥409,976 million as of June 30, 2025. Additionally, the company announced a forecasted annual dividend of ¥159.00 per share for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, indicating a slight increase from the previous year.

The company’s segment performance showed varied results, with the Environmental Management & Recycling and Nonferrous Metals segments experiencing sales growth, while the Electronic Materials segment faced a significant decline. The company’s strategic focus on these sectors remains evident, as they continue to contribute substantially to overall sales.

Looking ahead, Dowa Holdings remains cautiously optimistic, with a full-year forecast projecting a 2.0% increase in net sales to ¥692,000 million. However, the company anticipates a decrease in operating profit by 25.5% and ordinary profit by 22.0%, reflecting ongoing challenges in the market. The management remains committed to navigating these challenges and leveraging its diverse business portfolio to drive future growth.