Growth in Imaging Products Business
Revenue increased by JPY 14.1 billion year-on-year to JPY 151.7 billion, with operating profit increasing by JPY 3.6 billion to JPY 28.8 billion due to strong sales of mirrorless cameras.
Digital Manufacturing Business Expansion
Sales increased significantly by 42% year-on-year due to strong sales of NXG series, large-format metal 3D printers from SLM Solutions.
Healthcare Business Revenue Growth
Revenue increased by JPY 3.9 billion year-on-year to JPY 55.1 billion, with eye care solutions growing particularly in Europe.
Contract Cell Manufacturing Expansion
The number of cell therapies moving from clinical trials to commercialization has increased, with this segment achieving nearly JPY 1 billion in operating profit.
Shareholder Returns
Dividend per share set at JPY 60 in the final year of the medium-term plan, with additional share buyback of JPY 30 billion announced.