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An update from Pigeon Corporation ( (JP:7956) ) is now available.
Pigeon Corporation reported consolidated net sales of ¥109.2 billion for the year ended December 31, 2025, up 4.8% year on year, with operating income rising 8.4% to ¥13.2 billion and net income attributable to owners of the parent increasing 2.4% to ¥8.6 billion. Profitability metrics such as operating margin and return on equity remained solid, while total assets and equity ratio both improved, supported by positive operating cash flow and stable cash and cash equivalents.
The company maintained its annual dividend at ¥76 per share, implying a high payout ratio slightly above 100%, underscoring a continued emphasis on shareholder returns despite only modest earnings growth. For fiscal 2026, Pigeon forecasts further gains, guiding to a 4.0% increase in net sales and a 6.7% rise in net income, which, if achieved, would reinforce its stable earnings profile and support its positioning as a steady income stock for investors.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:7956) stock is a Buy with a Yen2000.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Pigeon Corporation stock, see the JP:7956 Stock Forecast page.
More about Pigeon Corporation
Pigeon Corporation, listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s Prime Market, operates in the consumer goods sector with a focus on baby and child-care products. The company targets domestic and international markets, leveraging a portfolio of childcare-related brands to drive steady, profitability-focused growth for its global customer base and shareholders.
Average Trading Volume: 1,103,391
Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold
Current Market Cap: Yen198.5B
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