ABC-MART forecasts continued profit growth, to raise dividend by \5 for FY ending Feb. 2027

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Wed Apr 8, 2026 4:13 pm JST Catalyst

ABC-MART <2670> on Wednesday announced its consolidated earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending February 2027, projecting net sales of \400.8 billion (up 5.9% year-on-year), operating profit of \65.6 billion (up 3.7%), and net profit of \46.4 billion (up 0.1%). The company plans an annual dividend of \80, an increase of \5 from the previous fiscal year.

Domestically, the retailer plans to open 36 new stores and renovate approximately 50 locations. Its overseas expansion involves 26 new store openings and 20 renovations across four countries, with a primary focus on South Korea. To drive revenue growth, ABC-MART aims to capitalize on rising health consciousness by strengthening its running and walking shoe segments, expanding its "hands-free" shoe lineup, and enhancing its lifestyle casual product offerings.

For the fiscal year ended February 2026, ABC-MART reported net sales of \378.624 billion (up 1.7% y/y), operating profit of \63.287 billion (up 1.2%), and net profit of \46.346 billion (up 2.2%).

Source: MINKABU PRESS