In Q1 of the fiscal year ending March 2027, WILL GROUP, INC. reported revenue of ¥40.35 billion, up 14.6% year on year, operating profit of ¥930 million, up 135.6%, and EBITDA of ¥1.52 billion, up 72.3%. Results were strong, prompting the company to raise its first-half earnings forecast. Growth in the domestic and overseas businesses was driven primarily by the expansion of its essential-sector operations, centered on permanent-employee and foreign-worker HR services.
In the consolidated financial results for Q1 FY2027, revenue was ¥40.35 billion, an increase of 14.6% year on year, while operating profit rose 135.6% to ¥930 million. EBITDA increased 72.3% to ¥1.52 billion, and the company raised its first-half earnings forecast following the strong start.
Performance was driven by the success of the company's essential-sector operations, centered on permanent-employee and foreign-worker HR services. Revenue and profit grew steadily in both the Domestic Working and Overseas Working businesses, with foreign-exchange movements also making a positive contribution. Overseas, recruitment and staffing performed well, particularly in Singapore, while in Japan, permanent staffing/contracting and foreign-worker employment support posted strong growth.
By segment, the Domestic Working business reported revenue of ¥23.37 billion, up 10.3% year on year, and segment profit of ¥870 million, up 50.5%. The Overseas Working business posted revenue of ¥16.96 billion, up 21.2%, and segment profit of ¥700 million, up 49.4%. Growth in overseas staffing and recruitment contributed to the overall increase in profit.
Under the outline of the medium-term management plan, WILL-being 2029, the company has set a target of ¥4.7 billion in operating profit for the fiscal year ending March 2029, while aiming to achieve ¥5.5 billion, with a long-term target of ROE of at least 15%. In the Domestic Working business, the company plans to pursue growth through three core areas: permanent staffing/contracting, foreign-worker employment support, and recruitment. In the Overseas Working business, it will strengthen earnings power with a focus on productivity and allocate resources to areas with high ROI.
The company raised its first-half earnings forecast in response to the strong performance in Q1, while leaving its full-year forecast unchanged. This decision reflects the possibility of a changing market environment in the second half and the need to continue investing for growth. The company plans to continue supporting the growth of its permanent-employee HR business.