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The latest update is out from Kanematsu Corporation ( (JP:8020) ).
Kanematsu Corporation reported record net profit of ¥32.5 billion for FY2026, surpassing its ¥30.0 billion forecast, as revenue rose 2% to ¥1.07 trillion and operating profit climbed 16% to ¥48.7 billion. The company improved its financial position with a lower net debt-to-equity ratio of 0.45x and a higher equity ratio of 28.4%, even as adjusted operating cash flow declined and investing cash flow turned negative.
The trading house raised its annual dividend per share plan to ¥63, ¥3 above its prior forecast, implying a payout ratio of 32.2%, and guided for FY2027 net profit of ¥35.0 billion, in line with its medium-term plan target. Management also forecasts FY2027 revenue of ¥1.1 trillion and operating profit of ¥54.0 billion, signaling confidence in continued profit growth and further dividend increases to ¥70 per share, which supports its appeal to income-focused investors.
More about Kanematsu Corporation
Kanematsu Corporation is a diversified Japanese trading company operating across multiple sectors, including industrial, consumer and infrastructure-related businesses. The company focuses on generating stable earnings and strengthening its financial base while maintaining a shareholder-friendly capital allocation policy through sustained dividend growth.
Average Trading Volume: 724,514
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: Yen362.8B
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