Murata Posts Solid FY2026 Results and Lifts Dividend as It Forecasts Stronger Profit Growth

Murata Manufacturing Co ( (JP:6981) ) has shared an update.

Murata Manufacturing reported a 5% rise in consolidated revenue to ¥1.83 trillion for the year ended March 31, 2026, with operating profit up slightly at ¥281.8 billion and profit attributable to owners of the parent essentially flat at ¥233.9 billion. Despite modest margin pressure, comprehensive income surged 69.1%, equity attributable to owners climbed to ¥2.72 trillion, and the company maintained a strong equity ratio of 85%, underlining a solid balance sheet.

The company is lifting annual dividends from ¥57 to ¥65 per share for FY2025 and forecasts a further increase to ¥70 in FY2026, signaling continued shareholder returns alongside stable cash generation. For the year to March 2027, Murata projects revenue growth of 7.1% and a 34.8% jump in operating profit, indicating expectations of stronger demand for its components and improved profitability, while planned treasury share acquisitions may further enhance capital efficiency.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:6981) stock is a Buy with a Yen7000.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Murata Manufacturing Co stock, see the JP:6981 Stock Forecast page.

More about Murata Manufacturing Co

Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based electronics components maker listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The company develops and supplies capacitors, communication modules and other electronic parts used in smartphones, automotive systems and industrial equipment, serving global electronics and technology markets.

Average Trading Volume: 9,889,757

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: Yen8926.8B

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