Strong Core Operating Cash Flow
Core operating cash flow (COCF) increased by JPY 63 billion year-on-year to JPY 538.1 billion, showing good progress against the business plan.
Upward Revision of Full Year Profit Forecast
The full year profit forecast has been revised up by JPY 20 billion to JPY 920 billion due to strong performance in Energy, Machinery & Infrastructure, and Innovation & Corporate Development segments.
Successful Asset Reconfiguration
Significant progress in asset reconfiguration through sale of large-scale assets and listed stocks, resulting in cash inflows of JPY 884 billion.
Increased Shareholder Returns
Share repurchase increased by JPY 200 billion, up to JPY 400 billion, and extended the repurchase period to the end of February 2025.
Growth in LNG-Related Earnings
Energy segment COCF increased by JPY 107 billion to JPY 184.5 billion, mainly due to an increase in LNG-related earnings.
Completion of Thai Gas-Fired Power Project
The Thai gas-fired power generation project was completed, contributing to earnings, with a total installed capacity of 5 gigawatts.