Hiroshima Gas (9535) Earnings: Operating Income Decreased by 22.6% YoY to 704 Million Yen

According to the latest financial data released by Hiroshima Gas (9535), net sales reached 22,353 million yen, representing a 4.1% increase compared to the same period of the previous year. However, profit figures experienced declines, with operating income down 22.6% YoY to 704 million yen, ordinary income down 27.4% YoY to 718 million yen, and net income attributable to owners of the parent down 32.9% YoY to 384 million yen. Comprehensive income rose by 1.0% YoY to 602 million yen.

From a financial and valuation perspective, the company maintains a stable equity ratio of 57.1%, demonstrating a solid financial foundation. Retained earnings stand at 58.99 billion yen against interest-bearing debt of 31.32 billion yen. Regarding profitability metrics, the Return on Equity (ROE) is 0.59%, the Return on Assets (ROA) is 0.31%, and earnings per share (EPS) is 5.59 yen.