The company announced its interim results on 30 October, reporting revenue of ¥701.7 billion, operating profit of ¥60.43 billion, ordinary profit of ¥61.41 billion, and interim net profit of ¥34.79 billion. The full-year ordinary profit forecast was revised upward to reflect an increase in profit, and the share price rebounded to finish the session higher.
Sekisui Chemical announced its interim results and interim dividend on 30 October 2026. Revenue increased year on year, while operating profit, ordinary profit, and interim net profit also all increased. According to the summary of the earnings report, revenue was ¥701.7 billion, operating profit was ¥60.43 billion, ordinary profit was ¥61.41 billion, and interim net profit was ¥34.79 billion. Increased sales of high-value-added products and improved selling prices were cited as contributing to improved profitability.
In recent share price movements, the closing price was ¥2,586.5 on 23 October and edged down to ¥2,545 on 29 October, before rebounding to ¥2,574 on 30 October, up ¥29 from the previous day. Directional movement had been limited ahead of the earnings announcement, but the earnings revision acted as a new source of volatility.
The key points to monitor for future performance include overall growth drivers and risk factors. Overall, continued sales expansion of high-value-added products and improved pricing may contribute to sustained improvement in profitability. On the other hand, risks including constraints on raw-material procurement, a reaction to demand being brought forward, and delays in overseas projects could affect performance over the medium to long term.