Updated Jun 1, 2026 by Kadokawa Corporation
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Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2025 |May 8, 2025 1. Consolidated Earnings Results for the Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2025 P3 2. Consolidated Earnings Forecasts for the Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2026 P18 3. Progress on the Mid - term Management Plan P30 4.
Contents 1. Consolidated Earnings Results for the Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2025 P3 2. Consolidated Earnings Forecasts for the Fiscal Year Ending March 31, 2026 P18 3. Progress on the Mid - term Management Plan P30 4. Appendix P47
Summary of Consolidated Earnings Results for the Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2025 • Net sales: +7.7%, operating profit: -9.8%, net profit: -35.1% Net sales: +7.7%, operating profit: -9.8%, net profit: -35.1% Based on estimates excluding the impact from decreased sales and profit due to the cyberattack (sales -8.3 billion yen, operating profit -4.7 billion yen), +11% in sales and +16% in operating profit > In Publication/IP Creation, the number of new IPs increased partly due to investments in human resources, continuing to enhance the ➢ In Publication/IP Creation, the number of new IPs increased partly due to investments in human resources, continuing to enhance the source of business value for the entire group. Net sales grew by 6.6% in the segment overall, with the decline in sales from domestic paper-based books due to the effects from the cyberattack (-3.65 billion yen) and market contraction was offset by growth in e-books, international paper-based books and rights licensing sales There was a decline in profits due to the cyberattack on domestic paper-based books (-1.9 billion yen) ➢ In Animation/Film, we achieved record⁻high net sales and operating profit for two consecutive years In Animation, where we have developed a strong lineup of titles, through contributions made by domestic and international streaming, as well as rights licensing sales for video games, merchandise and gaming machines.
, we achieved record⁻high net sales and operating profit for two consecutive years In Animation, where we have developed a strong lineup of titles, through contributions made by domestic and international streaming, as well as rights licensing sales for video games, merchandise and gaming machines. The animation business alone has enabled us to achieve record-high performance, driving sales and operating profit in the segment overall ➢ In Gaming, both sales and operating profit achieved high growth, thanks ᵗᵒ original ELDEN RING and its DLC contributing to domestic and international revenue. ➢ In Web Services, sales and operating profit declined due to a cyberattack (net sales -3.95 billion yen, operating profit ₋2.1 billion yen) ➢ In Education/EdTech, 12.9% sales growth and a significant 37.9% increase in operating profit was achieved, benefitting from solid > increases in student numbers at Vantan and the N/S high schools, particularly at newly opened schools ➢ increases in student numbers at Vantan and the N/S high schools, particularly at newly opened schools > In the Others segment, the deficit was narrowed in the segment overall due to the effect of lower amortization expenses resulting from the impairment in FY2023 and ongoing cost control in commercial facility business. ➢ the impairment in FY2023 and ongoing cost control in commercial facility business. The extent of decrease in net profit is larger than that in operating profit due to an extraordinary loss of 2.4 b
es resulting from the impairment in FY2023 and ongoing cost control in commercial facility business. ➢ the impairment in FY2023 and ongoing cost control in commercial facility business. The extent of decrease in net profit is larger than that in operating profit due to an extraordinary loss of 2.4 billion yen from cyberattacks 2 The extent of decrease in net profit is larger than that in operating profit due to an extraordinary loss of 2.4 billion yen from cyberattacks
Response to Incidents and Compliance Enhancement Net sales: +7.7%, operating profit: -9.8%, net profit: -35.1% Verification of response to cyber-attacks and enhanced security structure ■ In handling this matter, all directors shared the background and response policy on a case₋by₋case basis and made management decisions. In addition to obtaining a written opinion from an outside attorney on legal issues, we also explained the situation to the auditing firm and obtained an ■ appropriate opinion, and we recognize that there are no governance problems with the management team. In response to a large-scale cyberattack, we implemented measures to prevent repeat occurrences based on advance and checks by a major outside security firm ■ Our security response capabilities were strengthened at the system level with the rebuilding of various servers, improved ₘₒₙitoring, and ■ other measures We have also conducted employee training with a focus on information security, including spam email drills and compliance testing licensing sales There was a decline in profits due to the cyberattack on domestic paper-based books (-1.9 billion yen) Responding to warning over Subcontracting Act 7 In Animation/Film, we achieved record-high net sales and operating profit for two consecutive years ■ After receiving a warning from the Japan Fair Trade Commission in November 2024, KADOKAWA has completed all required action ₐs detailed below ■ KADOKAWA engaged in discussions over rates with all subcontrac
tion/Film, we achieved record-high net sales and operating profit for two consecutive years ■ After receiving a warning from the Japan Fair Trade Commission in November 2024, KADOKAWA has completed all required action ₐs detailed below ■ KADOKAWA engaged in discussions over rates with all subcontractors the commission determined were subjected to violations of ₜₕₑ ■ Subcontracting Act, and issued retroactive payments to make up the differences A Board of Directors resolution acknowledging that there was a violation of the Subcontracting Act in this instance was made, and the > ■ Company affirmed that subcontracting rates will not be unfairly determined in the future. Multiple sessions of internal training were provided to all employees who are involved in order placement operations, with outside lawyers ■ serving as ⁱⁿˢᵗʳᵘᶜᵗᵒʳˢ 7 All subcontractors doing business with KADOKAWA were notified of the warning received by the Japan Fair Trade Commission and the steps KADOKAWA was taking in response >In Education/EdTech, 12.9% sales growth and a significant 37.9% increase in operating profit was achieved, benefitting from solid Other efforts to strengthen the legal compliance framework ■ We have strengthened approval checks and improved decision-making processes by reviewing items in the authority approval standards ■ We have continued to develop compliance₋related learning content and conduct regular testing in an ongoing effort to raise awareness of legal compliance 2 The extent
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FY2025 Consolidated Financial Results (Fiscal year ended March 31, 2026) ■ Effective October 1, 2025, Sony Group Corporation executed a partial spin-off (the “Spin-off”) of Sony Financial Group Inc. (“SFGI”), a formerly wholly-owned subsidiary which operates the Financial Services business.
France Bed Holdings Co., Ltd. released its consolidated financial results for the six-month period ending September 30, 2025, prepared in accordance with Japanese GAAP. The report details the company’s operating performance, financial position, and cash flow status, while maintaining its previously announced earnings forecasts for the full fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. During the first half of the fiscal year, the company reported net sales of 29,259 million yen, remaining essentially flat compared to the same period in the previous year. However, profitability metrics experienced a decline, with operating profit falling 16.0% to 1,782 million yen and ordinary profit decreasing 17.7% to 1,765 million yen. Profit attributable to owners of the parent reached 1,047 million yen, representing a 20.9% year-on-year decline. Basic earnings per share for the period were 31.20 yen, down from 38.36 yen in the prior year. The company’s financial position as of September 30, 2025, shows total assets of 67,084 million yen and net assets of 39,158 million yen, resulting in an equity-to-asset ratio of 58.3%. Cash flows from operating activities provided 2,541 million yen, while investing and financing activities reflected ongoing capital allocation, including the purchase of treasury shares and continued investment in property, plant, and equipment. Looking ahead to the full fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, the company maintains its forecast of 62,300 million yen in net sales and 4,750 million yen in operating profit. These projections reflect a modest growth expectation of 2.8% in sales and 1.1% in operating profit compared to the previous fiscal year. The company continues to operate under stable accounting policies with no significant changes in the scope of consolidation.