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Watami Posts Higher Nine-Month Profit and Confirms Modest Full-Year Outlook

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  • Watami’s nine-month sales and profits rose, with EPS and equity ratio improving alongside a stronger balance sheet.
  • The company kept its full-year forecast and dividend plan, while adding U.S. subsidiaries to drive overseas expansion.
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Watami Posts Higher Nine-Month Profit and Confirms Modest Full-Year Outlook

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The latest announcement is out from Watami Co., Ltd. ( (JP:7522) ).

Watami reported consolidated net sales of ¥69.3 billion for the nine months to December 31, 2025, up 4.9% year on year, with operating profit rising 4.9% to ¥4.2 billion and profit attributable to owners of parent increasing 4.1% to ¥4.2 billion. The company’s equity ratio improved to 41.2% as net assets expanded, while basic earnings per share climbed to ¥94.80, underscoring a stronger balance sheet despite a decline in comprehensive income.

The company maintained its full-year forecast for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, projecting modest growth in sales and profits, including a 13.6% rise in full-year profit attributable to owners of parent to ¥4.0 billion. Watami confirmed a planned annual dividend of ¥10 per common share and stable payouts on preferred shares, while also expanding its consolidation scope with two new U.S. entities, signaling a continued push into overseas markets and potential long-term growth drivers for stakeholders.

The most recent analyst rating on (JP:7522) stock is a Buy with a Yen1083.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Watami Co., Ltd. stock, see the JP:7522 Stock Forecast page.

More about Watami Co., Ltd.

Watami Co., Ltd. is a Japan-based company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange that operates primarily in the food service and dining industry. The group also engages in related businesses including overseas restaurant operations and hospitality, with a growing presence in international markets such as the United States through newly consolidated subsidiaries.

Average Trading Volume: 70,576

Technical Sentiment Signal: Hold

Current Market Cap: Yen39.21B

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