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Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 12, 2026TBA (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
53.65Last Year’s EPS
59.62Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 3 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call highlighted significant growth in net sales and strong performance in key segments like the U.S. business and Frozen Desserts. Strategic initiatives and successful market expansions are positive indicators for future growth. However, challenges such as increased costs, expected profit declines in H2, and pressure on profit margins due to raw material costs present notable challenges. The overall sentiment is cautiously optimistic with a recognition of areas requiring attention.Company Guidance
Record-Breaking Net Sales and Growth
Net sales for Q2 reached JPY 109.6 billion, an increase of JPY 11.2 billion over the previous year, representing 111.4% of the previous year's sales. This was JPY 3.6 billion higher than the forecast announced 6 months prior.
U.S. Business Performance
Significant earnings contribution from the U.S. business with sales on a local currency basis reaching 130% of the previous year's level in H1 and a forecast of 127% for H2.
Strong Performance in Frozen Desserts
Frozen Desserts outperformed the market with a growth of 114.2% compared to the market's 111.8% from April to September. Ita Choco Ice shipments were 141% of the previous year's shipments.
Confectionery Segment Success
Morinaga Biscuits brand achieved record sales in September with a market growth of 124.4%, significantly higher than the overall market growth of 103.6%.
HI-CHEW Market Expansion
HI-CHEW achieved record total brand sales with a market growth of 129% compared to the year before the previous year. The rollout of HI-CHEW Day in August was well received.
Revised Positive Earnings Forecast
Revised net sales forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2024 is JPY 210 billion, an increase of JPY 15.7 billion over the previous year, with operating income expected to increase by JPY 3.5 billion.
Increase in Operating Margin
Operating income was JPY 14.1 billion, an increase of JPY 3.9 billion from the previous year, with an operating margin improvement of 2.5 percentage points to 12.9%.
Successful Strategic Initiatives
Company's strategic initiatives in DX, human resources, and advertising have contributed to the overall growth and are expected to continue supporting future business expansion.
JP:2201 Earnings History
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JP:2201 Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 11, 2026 | ¥2649.50 | ¥2670.00 | +0.77% |
Feb 10, 2026 | ¥2722.27 | ¥2730.17 | +0.29% |
Nov 12, 2025 | ¥2655.57 | ¥2667.92 | +0.47% |
Aug 07, 2025 | ¥2391.48 | ¥2389.04 | -0.10% |
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FAQ
When does Morinaga & Co Ltd (JP:2201) report earnings?
Morinaga & Co Ltd (JP:2201) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 12, 2026, TBA (Confirmed).
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Morinaga & Co Ltd (JP:2201) earnings time is at Aug 12, 2026, TBA (Confirmed).
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What is JP:2201 EPS forecast?
JP:2201 EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is 53.65.