J.FRONT RETAILING's first-half FY2026 results saw revenue rise to ¥638.2 billion on strong inbound demand and sales to affluent customers. However, business profit declined to ¥26.5 billion due to department store renovations. Full-year revenue is forecast at ¥1.36 trillion and business profit at ¥53.5 billion.
J.FRONT RETAILING's first-half FY2026 results saw consolidated revenue rise 2.5% year on year to ¥638.2 billion, supported by strong inbound demand and sales to affluent customers.
However, business profit declined to ¥26.5 billion due to large-scale department store renovations and a negative base effect from Expo-related sales last year. The results nevertheless exceeded the plan announced in April.
For the full year, consumption is expected to remain firm, supported by the wealth effect. Consolidated revenue is forecast to rise 5.4% from the previous fiscal year to ¥1.36 trillion, while business profit is forecast at ¥53.5 billion, up 5.7%.