Record High Profits
Net operating profits were JPY 1,305.3 billion, up by JPY 219.5 billion year-on-year, marking the third consecutive year of record high first half profits. Net income reached JPY 1,258.1 billion, the highest profit since MUFG was established.
Revised Upward Earnings Targets
The company revised its net income target upwards by JPY 250 billion to JPY 1,750 billion for FY'24, due to strong growth in customer segments and progress in equity holdings sales.
Increased Shareholder Returns
Annual dividend forecast raised to JPY 60, an increase of JPY 10 against the initial forecast, with additional share repurchase of up to JPY 300 billion.
Improved Expense Ratio
Expense ratio improved by 1.1 percentage points year-on-year to 55.1% due to successful expense controls and gross profit increase.
Reduction in Equity Holdings
Significant reduction in equity holdings, with sales reaching JPY 170 billion in the first half, and an agreed amount to be sold reaching over 60% of the revised target.