The earnings call highlighted a strong cash flow performance and resilience in the energy segment, but also faced challenges with a decrease in overall profit and issues in coffee trading and renewable energy sectors. The sentiment is a balance between positive cash flow and energy performance against profit declines and segment-specific struggles.
Company Guidance
During the third quarter earnings call for Mitsui & Co., CFO Tetsuya Shigeta provided detailed guidance on the company's financial performance and forecasts. The core operating cash flow (COCF) for the first nine months was reported at JPY793.5 billion, and the profit was JPY652.2 billion, aligning with expectations. The company maintained its full-year forecast with COCF expected to reach JPY1 trillion and profit JPY920 billion. Significant progress was made in segments like Mineral & Metal Resources and Energy, which exceeded 80% of their forecasts. Cash inflows totaled JPY1,260 billion, including asset recycling gains of JPY466 billion, while cash outflows were JPY1.011 billion, covering investments and shareholder returns. Mitsui's investment activities included ventures in India, Japan, Vietnam, Indonesia, and the U.S., with anticipated earnings contributions starting in fiscal year 2027. Despite uncertainties in the macro environment, the company emphasized its strategy to balance shareholder returns and investments for growth, with no changes to its shareholder returns policy from Q2.
Strong Cash Flow Performance
Core operating cash flow (COCF) reached JPY793.5 billion, a year-on-year increase of JPY24.4 billion, indicating a robust cash flow generation.
Resilient Energy Segment
Energy segment saw an increase in COCF by JPY109.7 billion to JPY277.8 billion, driven mainly by LNG-related business, highlighting strong performance in this segment.
Steady Progress in Investment Projects
Investments in various projects including a metal recycling business in India and a food service logistics business in Japan are expected to contribute to earnings in the current or next fiscal year.
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Mitsui & Co (MITSF) Earnings, Revenues Date & History
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MITSF Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Feb 04, 2025
$19.42
$19.40
-0.10%
Nov 01, 2024
$20.00
$20.44
+2.20%
Aug 01, 2024
$23.85
$22.00
-7.76%
May 01, 2024
$24.77
$24.00
-3.11%
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