In results released by VRain Solution on 14 October, first-half revenue rose 80.0% year on year and operating profit increased 328.1%. The stock fell approximately 14% from the previous day at one point on 15 October.
In the interim-period earnings announced on 14 October, revenue rose 80.0% year on year and operating profit increased 328.1%, marking sharp growth. The stock price plunged immediately after the earnings announcement, and the trading range widened the following day alongside a substantial increase in trading volume.
The company forecasts interim-period net income for the fiscal year ending February 2027 of approximately ¥300 million, up 336.2% year on year. Progress in winning projects for major semiconductor companies, centered on AI inspection systems, has lifted the order backlog to approximately ¥1.3 billion. The stock price has been trending lower over the past 5 trading days.
As of 14 October, the full-year outlook was maintained, with revenue forecast at ¥4.8 billion and operating profit at ¥1.4 billion. Despite the substantial increase in interim-period profit, the relationship between post-earnings progress and the full-year plan is expected to be a focus going forward.
As of 14 October, the equity ratio had changed from 64.9% to 82.6%, while short-term borrowings were fully repaid and liabilities declined. This confirmed that the company’s financial foundation had been strengthened at the same time.