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Amano Corporation

Amano Corporation reports decline in net sales and operating profit for Q2 2025

Amano completes repurchase of 232,900 shares

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Amano Corporation reported a 1.1% decrease in net sales for the first half of FY2025, totaling ¥36.1 billion. Gross profit increased by 1.3% to ¥37.8 billion, while operating profit fell by 2.1% to ¥9.7 billion. Net income attributable to owners decreased by 6.8% to ¥6.7 billion. The company noted rising selling, general, and administrative expenses, which increased by 2.5%. Foreign exchange rates averaged 154.08 yen to the US dollar and 166.13 yen to the euro during this period.

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Amano Corporation Reports 1.1% Decrease in First-Half Net Sales to ¥36.1 Billion

Amano Corporation reported a 0.4% decrease in net sales for Q2 FY2025, totaling 83,928 million yen, down from 84,228 million yen the previous year. Operating profit fell by 2.1% to 9,686 million yen, while ordinary profit decreased by 0.5% to 10,481 million yen. Net income attributable to owners dropped 6.8% to 6,677 million yen. Comprehensive income also saw a significant decline of 49.3%. Total assets were 182,985 million yen, with net assets at 129,492 million yen and an equity ratio of 70.5%. No changes in subsidiaries or earnings forecast were announced.

Amano Corporation Reports 0.4% Decrease in Second-Quarter Net Sales

Amano Corporation has completed its treasury stock acquisition worth approximately JPY 3,901.92 million, following a resolution approved at the Board of Directors Meeting on April 24, 2025. This announcement highlights the company's commitment to enhancing shareholder value through buyback transactions.

Amano Corporation Completes Buyback Transactions Worth Approximately JPY 3,901.92 Million

Amano Corporation reported its 1Q FY2025 results, showing a slight net sales increase of 0.1% to ¥39.056 billion. However, net income fell by 15.5% to ¥1.351 billion, with EPS dropping to ¥19.04. Operating profit decreased by 15.2% to ¥2.741 billion, and ordinary profit declined by 16.8% to ¥3.030 billion. For FY2025, the company maintains its forecast of ¥180 billion in net sales and anticipates a 1.0% growth in net income to ¥18 billion.

Amano Corporation Reports 1Q FY2025 Results: Net Sales Up 0.1%, Net Income Down 15.5%, EPS Falls to ¥19.04

Amano Corporation has completed a buyback of 232,900 shares of its common stock on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, with a total acquisition cost of approximately JPY 1,013.53 million. This announcement highlights the company's commitment to enhancing shareholder value through stock repurchase activities.

Amano Corporation Completes Buyback with Total Acquisition Cost of JPY 2.37 Billion

Amano Corporation (TSE:6436) saw a 6.8% gain last week, contributing to a one-year return of 9.5%. Institutional investors hold 71% of the company, indicating significant influence over stock performance. The top 13 shareholders own 50% of the shares, with Amano Institute of Technology being the largest at 8.5%. Despite institutional credibility, the company faces risks if large investors sell simultaneously. Insider ownership is under 1%, while the general public holds 29%, allowing for some influence on company policies. Overall, understanding ownership dynamics is crucial for assessing Amano's future performance.

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Institutional investors must be pleased after a 6.8% gain last week that adds to Amano Corporation's (TSE:6436) one-year returns

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