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Bridgestone Corp (BRDCY)
OTHER OTC:BRDCY
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 18, 2026TBA (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.2Last Year’s EPS
0.19Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 0 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call balanced clear signs of recovery and disciplined progress (FY2025 revenue and adjusted operating profit growth, notable cost-reduction effects, completed rebuilding initiatives, improving region-level margins, strengthened cash flow and a concrete FY2026 growth-with-quality plan) against persistent external headwinds (notably U.S. tariffs, inflation, Latin America weakness, raw-material volatility), one-time rebuilding costs (JPY 112.5 billion) and the need to restore longer-term MBP targets. Management presented an actionable roadmap (product launches, tech-focused executive reorganization, higher R&D/CapEx and targeted buybacks/dividends) and modest FY2026 growth guidance, indicating cautious optimism but with acknowledged risks that require execution.Company Guidance
Consolidated Financial Performance (FY2025)
Revenue JPY 4,429.5 billion; adjusted operating profit JPY 493.7 billion, up 2% YoY (JPY +10.4 billion); profit attributable to owners JPY 327.3 billion, up 15% YoY (approx. JPY +42 billion). Adjusted OPM improved to 11.1% (+0.4 percentage points YoY) and ROIC improved to 8.3% (+0.2 points).
Business Cost Reductions and Rebuilding Progress
Business cost reduction initiatives generated ~JPY 72 billion of effects in FY2025; management states business rebuilding (Stage 2) for tire operations in U.S. and Europe was largely completed as planned, supporting improved profitability and business quality.
Cash Flow, Capital Returns and Balance Sheet Actions
Free cash flow was a JPY 45.5 billion inflow; operating cash inflow improved by JPY 141.7 billion YoY through tighter working capital. Company completed planned buybacks and cancelled acquired shares; announced FY2026 share buyback of JPY 150 billion (JPY 450 billion total FY2024–FY2026) and dividend increases (FY2025 dividend up JPY 20; FY2026 guidance: pre-split JPY 250 per share, up JPY 20).
Region-Level Margin Improvements
North America: sales down 3% but adjusted operating margin improved by 1.5 points to 11%, producing higher profits. Europe: adjusted operating margin reached 5.5%, up over 2 points YoY with profit growth. Asia/Oceania/India/China: revenue down 2% (currency and mix effects) but adjusted operating profit margin strong at 11.5% due to Thai rebuilding and India growth.
Product & Technology Initiatives to Drive Growth
FY2026 plan to launch >25 new passenger tire products globally (about double recent-year average) and >10 new truck & bus (TB) products. New executive structure to prioritize technology: 4 of 7 executive officers will be technical specialists (Chief Innovation Officer, Chief Product Officer, Chief Manufacturing Officer, West CTO). Management plans R&D and CapEx above the past two years to support product and manufacturing excellence.
FY2026 Financial Guidance
Guidance projects revenue JPY 4.5 trillion (+2% YoY), adjusted operating profit JPY 515 billion (+4% YoY), net profit JPY 340 billion, and adjusted OPM ~11.4% (+0.3 points YoY).
BRDCY Earnings History
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BRDCY Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 16, 2026 | $12.46 | $12.46 | 0.00% |
Nov 12, 2025 | $11.34 | $11.65 | +2.76% |
Aug 08, 2025 | $10.60 | $11.07 | +4.46% |
May 15, 2025 | $10.24 | $10.26 | +0.19% |
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FAQ
When does Bridgestone Corp (BRDCY) report earnings?
Bridgestone Corp (BRDCY) is schdueled to report earning on May 18, 2026, TBA (Confirmed).
What is Bridgestone Corp (BRDCY) earnings time?
Bridgestone Corp (BRDCY) earnings time is at May 18, 2026, TBA (Confirmed).
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What is BRDCY EPS forecast?
BRDCY EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is 0.2.