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Eco’s Co. Posts Profit Decline but Strengthens Balance Sheet and Raises Dividend

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  • Eco’s Co. saw modest sales growth but a sharp profit decline, with net income down 36%.
  • The retailer improved its equity ratio, raised its annual dividend, and projects profit recovery next year.
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Eco’s Co. Posts Profit Decline but Strengthens Balance Sheet and Raises Dividend

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An update from Eco’s Co., Ltd. ( (JP:7520) ) is now available.

Eco’s Co., Ltd. reported gross revenue of ¥137.99 billion for the fiscal year ended February 28, 2026, a slight 0.6% increase year on year, while operating and ordinary profits declined 4.8% and 6.3%, respectively. Profit attributable to owners of the parent dropped 36.0% to ¥2.65 billion, reflecting margin pressure despite steady top-line growth.

The company’s financial position strengthened, with total assets rising to ¥58.48 billion and the equity-to-asset ratio improving to 51.8%, indicating enhanced balance sheet resilience. Eco’s increased its annual dividend to ¥70 per share and plans to maintain this level, while forecasting flat revenue and a modest decline in operating profit for the next fiscal year but a recovery in bottom-line profit attributable to shareholders.

More about Eco’s Co., Ltd.

Eco’s Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based retailer listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, operating primarily in the consumer goods and supermarket sector. The company generates consolidated gross revenue of around ¥138 billion and focuses on stable domestic retail operations, supported by a solid equity base and consistent dividend policy for its shareholders.

Average Trading Volume: 33,431

Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold

Current Market Cap: Yen27.59B

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