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Toyota (TM) Reports 49% Drop in Q4 Operating Profit
Toyota Motor (TM) reported a 49% decrease in fourth-quarter operating profit, totaling 569.4 billion yen, missing analysts' expectations of 813.28 billion yen. Revenue remained unchanged at 12.6 trillion yen, with a slight year-on-year rise of 1.89%. The company lowered its operating income forecast by over 20% to 3 trillion yen for the fiscal year ending March 2027. Additionally, consolidated vehicle sales fell to 2.29 million units from 2.36 million units a year earlier, reflecting ongoing pressures from U.S. tariffs and increased competition.
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Denso (7202) Reports FY2026 Revenue of ¥7.54 Trillion, Up 5.3%
Denso (7202) reported consolidated revenue of ¥7.54 trillion for FY2026, an increase of 5.3% year-on-year. Operating profit rose by 6.5% to ¥552.5 billion, while profit attributable to owners increased 5.9% to ¥443.8 billion. In Japan, revenue was ¥4,404.1 billion, up 4.5%, and North American revenue rose 8.7% to ¥2,025.1 billion. The annual dividend was increased by 3 yen to 67 yen, with a forecast of 74 yen for FY2027, reflecting the company's ongoing commitment to shareholder returns.
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Airbus (AIR) Q1 Profit Falls 52% as Deliveries Decline
Airbus (AIR) reported a 52% drop in adjusted operating profit to 300 million euros ($351 million) for Q1 2026, below analyst expectations of 348 million euros. Revenue also decreased by 7%, totaling 12.65 billion euros. The company experienced a 16% decrease in jet deliveries year-on-year and is aiming to deliver 870 aircraft in 2026. Airbus maintained its full-year production guidance of 70-75 A320-family aircraft per month, a goal revised down from earlier targets.
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Nissan (7201) Raises FY25 Outlook to Y50bn Profit After Loss
Nissan Motor (7201) revised its FY25 earnings outlook, now forecasting an operating profit of Y50bn ($313.5m), up from a Y60bn loss prediction. This update is attributed to adjustments in US emissions regulations, effective cost-cutting measures, and favorable foreign exchange conditions. Projected net revenue increased to Y12tn from Y11.9tn, while expected net loss decreased to Y550bn from Y650bn. Despite a 5% revenue drop in Q3 to Y2.99tn and a 44% decline in operating profit to Y17.5bn, Nissan maintains that automotive free cash flow will turn positive later in the financial year.
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Hiab Raises Operating Profit Margin Outlook, Shares Jump 5%
Hiab has revised its operating profit margin outlook, indicating a potential increase. Following this announcement, shares surged by 5%, reflecting positive investor sentiment. The change in outlook is a strategic response to anticipated demand growth in the coming quarters. This adjustment could affect market perceptions of profitability for Hiab, fostering a favorable environment for investors looking for growth opportunities.
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