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Konaka Boosts Profit and Balance Sheet Despite Lower Sales in First Half

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  • Konaka’s first-half sales fell, but net profit nearly doubled and its balance sheet strengthened.
  • The retailer kept its annual dividend forecast unchanged, signaling stable returns despite weak sales.
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Konaka Boosts Profit and Balance Sheet Despite Lower Sales in First Half

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An announcement from Konaka Co., Ltd. ( (JP:7494) ) is now available.

Konaka Co., Ltd. reported a 6.3% year-on-year decline in net sales to ¥30.26 billion for the six months ended March 31, 2026, with operating profit down 40.6% and ordinary profit down 33.6%, reflecting continued top-line weakness. Despite this, profit attributable to owners of parent nearly doubled to ¥3.20 billion, equity increased, and the equity-to-asset ratio improved to 43.3%, indicating a stronger balance sheet and enhanced capital efficiency.

The company maintained its dividend policy, paying ¥5 per share at the second quarter-end and planning a total annual dividend of ¥10 per share for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, unchanged from the previous year. For the full year, Konaka forecasts slightly lower net sales of ¥55.24 billion but expects to remain profitable with projected earnings per share of ¥47.09, signaling a cautious but stable outlook for shareholders amid a challenging retail environment.

More about Konaka Co., Ltd.

Konaka Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based apparel retailer listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The company operates primarily in the clothing sector, with a focus on suits and related fashion items for domestic consumers, positioning itself as a mainstream player in the Japanese formalwear market.

Average Trading Volume: 33,764

Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell

Current Market Cap: Yen7.86B

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