Global Security Expert (4417) Earnings: Operating Profit Up 41.7% YoY to 499 Million Yen

Global Security Expert (4417) announced its latest financial results, posting net sales of 2,772 million yen (up 23.9% year-on-year), operating profit of 499 million yen (up 41.7% YoY), ordinary profit of 492 million yen (up 54.1% YoY), and net income attributable to owners of the parent of 321 million yen (up 60.9% YoY). The strong growth was driven by robust market demand for cybersecurity services.

Examining the financial structure and valuation metrics, the company maintains a stable equity ratio of 47.0% alongside an exceptionally high Return on Equity (ROE) of 37.24%, demonstrating efficient generation of profits from shareholder equity. The Return on Assets (ROA) stands at a solid 14.93%. With retained earnings of 3,450 million yen, interest-bearing debt of 1,390 million yen, and EBITDA of 22.4 billion yen, the company possesses a sound financial foundation to support its ongoing business expansion. Earnings per share (EPS) was recorded at 21.42 yen.