Stella Chemifa (4109) Earnings: Operating Profit Up 1.6% YoY to 1.24 Billion Yen, Net Income Jumps 32.1%

Stella Chemifa (4109) has released its financial results, reporting net sales of 9.754 billion yen, representing a solid 10.9% increase compared to the same period of the previous year. On the profit front, operating profit rose 1.6% YoY to 1.242 billion yen, and ordinary profit increased 2.4% YoY to 1.176 billion yen. Notably, net income attributable to owners of the parent surged by 32.1% YoY to 1.094 billion yen, while comprehensive income expanded significantly by 187.9% to 1.098 billion yen.

From a financial structure and valuation perspective, the company maintains a robust financial foundation with an equity ratio of 75.1%. Retained earnings stand at a substantial 32.68 billion yen against interest-bearing debt of 5.27 billion yen, reflecting a strong and secure balance sheet. Regarding profitability metrics, the Return on Equity (ROE) is recorded at 2.43%, the Return on Assets (ROA) at 1.72%, and earnings per share (EPS) came in at 89.67 yen. Backed by top-line growth and a sharp increase in net income, the company's solid financial health remains a key point of interest.