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SAKURA internet Inc. widens losses in afternoon session as FY2027/3 operating profit forecast falls short of market expectations despite turnaround to profit

Mon Apr 27, 2026 1:16 pm JST Catalyst

SAKURA INTERNET <3778> extended its decline in the afternoon session. The company announced its consolidated earnings forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2027 around 12:30 p.m., projecting revenue of 45 billion yen (up 27.5% year-on-year), operating profit of 1.5 billion yen (compared to an operating loss of 403 million yen a year earlier), and net profit of 850 million yen (a 3.9-fold increase), signaling significant growth and a return to profitability. SAKURA also plans to raise its annual dividend to 5.5 yen from 5.0 yen. However, disappointment-led selling emerged as the operating profit forecast significantly missed market estimates of approximately 3 billion yen.

The company expects its core generative AI and cloud services to continue driving growth. For generative AI, particularly GPU infrastructure, existing units are expected to maintain stable, high utilization rates. In cloud services, SAKURA aims to expand sales through customer retention, enhanced functionality, and cross-selling. However, profits will be pressured by rising depreciation expenses related to GPU procurement and data center construction, as well as higher operational costs including electricity and semiconductor equipment.

Source: MINKABU PRESS

*Translated by generative AI. Click here for the original article.

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