Nippon Chemiphar (4539), Latest Financial Results: Operating Loss of 258 Million Yen, Revenue Down 0.9% YoY

Nippon Chemiphar (4539) announced its latest financial results, reporting net sales of 8,177 million yen, a 0.9% decrease year-on-year. On the profit front, the company posted an operating loss of 258 million yen and an ordinary loss of 115 million yen, resulting in a net loss attributable to owners of the parent of 95 million yen (earnings per share of -26.46 yen). Meanwhile, comprehensive income stood at 40 million yen. From the perspective of financial structure and valuation, the equity ratio is 37.3%, with retained earnings of 13,220 million yen against interest-bearing debt of 14,560 million yen. Furthermore, return on equity (ROE) was recorded at -0.61%, return on assets (ROA) at -0.18%, and EBITDA at -260 million yen. While current earnings remain challenging, market participants continue to monitor the overall financial soundness, including equity levels and retained earnings, alongside future earnings recovery strategies.