Fullcast lifts dividend as sales surge but profit softens, forecasts strong 2026 rebound

The latest announcement is out from Fullcast Holdings Co., Ltd. ( (JP:4848) ).

Fullcast Holdings reported a 12.6% rise in consolidated net sales to ¥77.2 billion and a 10.9% increase in operating profit to ¥7.9 billion for fiscal 2025, while profit attributable to owners of parent fell 12.9% to ¥4.8 billion as margins were pressured and ROE declined to 16.1%. Total assets expanded to ¥58.2 billion, net assets rose to ¥32.7 billion, and cash and cash equivalents increased to ¥21.0 billion, reflecting active investing and financing activities alongside stronger top-line growth.

The company maintained a shareholder-friendly stance, lifting its annual dividend from ¥62 to ¥63 per share for 2025 and forecasting a further increase to ¥64 in 2026, even as the payout ratio climbs. For fiscal 2026 it projects robust recovery with net sales expected to jump 35.6% to ¥104.7 billion and profit attributable to owners of parent to grow 13.5% to ¥5.4 billion, signaling confidence in demand for its staffing and outsourcing services and a gradual rebuilding of profitability.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:4848) stock is a Buy with a Yen1911.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Fullcast Holdings Co., Ltd. stock, see the JP:4848 Stock Forecast page.

More about Fullcast Holdings Co., Ltd.

Fullcast Holdings Co., Ltd. is listed on the TSE Prime Market and operates in Japan’s human resources and staffing services sector. The group focuses on providing outsourced labor solutions and related services, positioning itself as a key intermediary between client companies and a flexible workforce in the domestic market.

Average Trading Volume: 105,181

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: Yen60.31B

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