Sales Growth Excluding Automotive
Excluding the Automotive sector, sales increased by 5% year-on-year, driven by favorable sales of generative AI-related products, HVAC, electrical materials, and consumer electronics.
Increased Operating Profit
Adjusted operating profit increased to JPY 150.2 billion, and operating profit increased to JPY 132.3 billion, driven by strong performance in Lifestyle, Connect, Industry, and Energy segments.
Generative AI Market Expansion
Generative AI-related businesses continue to show favorable results with high growth expected to continue for the full year, particularly impacting the Industry and Energy segments positively.
Successful Nevada Factory Expansion
Sales at the Nevada factory increased, reaching 10 gigawatt hours with new equipment starting operations and growing customer demand.
Stable Dividend Forecast
Annual dividend is forecasted at JPY 40 per share, a year-on-year increase of JPY 5, with a payout ratio expected at 30% relative to the full-year net profit forecast.