Major companies in Hokkaido announced their FY2026 interim results. Hokkaido Railway reported record railway transportation revenue, with operating revenue of ¥82.5 billion and net profit of ¥8.2 billion. Hokuyo Bank posted core business net profit of ¥25.7 billion, ordinary income of ¥116.1 billion and net profit of ¥18.2 billion, recording higher revenue and profit and revising its full-year forecast upward.
Hokkaido Railway announced its FY2026 interim results. Operating revenue was ¥82.5 billion, while railway transportation revenue reached ¥41.6 billion, the highest level since 1997. The increase was attributed to greater use of services such as the Rapid Airport train amid rising tourist numbers, while use of the Hokkaido Shinkansen, which marked its 10th anniversary with special events, was also strong. Meanwhile, operating profit, which indicates profit from the core business, was a loss of ¥16.7 billion, and net profit was ¥8.2 billion, ¥2.9 billion below the previous year.
Hokuyo Bank achieved higher revenue and profit in its results for the April–September period, beginning this fiscal year. Core business net profit was ¥25.7 billion, ordinary income was ¥116.1 billion and net profit was ¥18.2 billion. The increase in interest income on loans accompanying higher market interest rates, along with higher yields on securities, contributed to the results. The bank revised its full-year earnings forecast upward, saying net interest income is expected to continue increasing.