Significant Revenue and Business Profit Growth
Revenue increased by 17.0% to JPY 1,108.9 billion and business profit increased by 37.8% to JPY 213.6 billion year-on-year, led by strong sales in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical businesses.
Pharmaceutical Business Success
Revenue for the pharmaceutical business increased by 17.9% year-on-year to JPY 766.7 billion, achieving 108% of the initial plan, driven by Core 2 products, ABILIFY MAINTENA, and JYNARQUE.
Strong Nutraceutical Business Performance
Revenue in the nutraceutical business grew by over 20% to JPY 271.8 billion, with significant growth in all three categories: For Women's Health (56.9%), For Climate & Environmental Risk (13%), and For Healthier Life (25.5%).
Positive Outlook and Revised Forecast
Full year revenue forecast revised up by JPY 175 billion to JPY 2,315 billion, and business profit forecast increased by JPY 60 billion to JPY 390 billion.
Acquisition for Growth
Acquisition of a company in Boston for drug discovery technology announced, aiming to enhance growth and expand capabilities.