Sumitomo Chemical Co Ltd (SOMMF)
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Jul 31, 2026TBA (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.09Last Year’s EPS
-0.02Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 1 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presented materially stronger profitability and earnings momentum (notably a large YoY increase in core operating income and net income, improved D/E and an increased dividend), driven by Sumitomo Pharma performance and gains/divestitures in Essential & Green Materials. However, these positives are tempered by a significant YoY decline in sales revenue, deterioration in free cash flow versus prior year, expected concentrated nonrecurring losses in Q4 (impairments/restructuring), segment weakness (ICT & Mobility) and ongoing commodity and regional headwinds. On balance, the improvements in core profitability, upgraded guidance and balance sheet metrics outweigh the lowlights, though risks remain for Q4 and commodity‑sensitive businesses.Company Guidance
Sharp Increase in Core Operating Income
Core operating income for Q3 was JPY 186.8 billion, up JPY 126.8 billion year‑on‑year — an increase of approximately 211% — driven by improvements across Sumitomo Pharma and Essential & Green Materials and gains on business divestitures.
Strong Net Income Attributable to Owners
Net income attributable to owners for Q3 was JPY 87.4 billion, up JPY 58.8 billion year‑on‑year (≈+206%), exceeding the November forecast for the quarter.
Sumitomo Pharma Outperformance
Sumitomo Pharma reported core operating income of JPY 111.2 billion, up JPY 86.9 billion YoY (≈+358%), supported by increased sales of Orgovyx and Gemtesa and gains from partial transfer/divestiture of its Asian business.
Essential & Green Materials Turnaround (Including Rabigh Gain)
Essential & Green Materials core operating income improved to JPY 19.8 billion, a YoY improvement of JPY 64.1 billion, reflecting a gain on the partial sale of Petro Rabigh shares, improved refining margins and lower naphtha feedstock costs.
Balance Sheet Improvement and Increased Dividend
Interest‑bearing debt fell to JPY 1.2215 trillion (down JPY 64.6 billion YoY); D/E ratio improved from 1.20x to 0.96x (improvement of 0.23x). Management raised the year‑end dividend from JPY 6 to JPY 7.5 per share (annual dividend JPY 13.5, up JPY 4.5 from prior year) with an expected payout ratio of ~40%.
Upgraded Full‑Year Guidance
Full‑year core operating income forecast was raised to JPY 200 billion (up JPY 15 billion vs November guidance). Sales forecast at JPY 2.3 trillion (up JPY 10 billion vs prior guidance). Net income attributable to owners forecast JPY 55 billion (up JPY 1.5 billion vs November guidance; cited as up JPY 10 billion YoY in presentation).
Operating Cash Flow and Positive Free Cash Flow
Operating cash flow remained positive at JPY 111.6 billion and free cash flow was positive JPY 71.8 billion for the quarter, maintaining liquidity despite year‑on‑year deterioration.
SOMMF Earnings History
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Beat
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SOMMF Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 14, 2026 | $3.23 | $3.23 | 0.00% |
Feb 03, 2026 | $2.76 | $2.76 | 0.00% |
Nov 04, 2025 | $2.71 | $2.71 | 0.00% |
Aug 01, 2025 | $2.67 | $2.67 | 0.00% |
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FAQ
When does Sumitomo Chemical Co Ltd (SOMMF) report earnings?
Sumitomo Chemical Co Ltd (SOMMF) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 31, 2026, TBA (Confirmed).
What is Sumitomo Chemical Co Ltd (SOMMF) earnings time?
Sumitomo Chemical Co Ltd (SOMMF) earnings time is at Jul 31, 2026, TBA (Confirmed).
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What is SOMMF EPS forecast?
SOMMF EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is 0.09.