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MARUWA shares slump as fiscal 2027 growth forecast misses market estimates

Fri May 8, 2026 12:35 pm JST Catalyst

MARUWA <5344> shares tumbled on Friday after its operating profit forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2027 missed market expectations. The company projected sales of 84.1 billion yen, up 12.9% year-on-year, and operating profit of 29.7 billion yen, up 18.9%. While both figures represent double-digit growth, the operating profit guidance fell short of analyst estimates of approximately 35 billion yen, sparking disappointment selling. The annual dividend is forecast at 110 yen, an increase of 8 yen from the previous year.

In its information and communications business, MARUWA expects robust demand for next-generation high-speed communication products. The semiconductor segment is anticipated to see broader recovery for general-purpose memory products starting in the second half. However, the company maintained a cautious stance, citing economic uncertainty fueled by geopolitical risks in the Middle East. Guidance for ordinary and net income was withheld, with the company citing difficulty in forecasting due to potential foreign exchange volatility.

For the fiscal year ended March 2026, MARUWA reported sales of 74.476 billion yen, up 3.7% year-on-year. Operating profit fell 7.2% to 24.976 billion yen, while net profit dropped 5.6% to 18.163 billion yen.

Source: MINKABU PRESS

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