Hokkaido Chuo Bus Co., Ltd. (9085) Earnings: Net Sales Up +13.2% YoY to 7.85 Billion Yen, Operating Loss of 336 Million Yen

Hokkaido Chuo Bus Co., Ltd. (9085) has announced its financial results, reporting net sales of 7,856 million yen, representing a solid top-line growth of +13.2% compared to the same period of the previous year. Meanwhile, profitability remained under pressure, with an operating loss of 336 million yen, ordinary loss of 270 million yen, and a net loss attributable to owners of the parent of 268 million yen. Basic earnings per share (EPS) stood at -102.63 yen.

Regarding the financial standing, the company maintains a robust equity ratio of 71.0%, demonstrating a high level of financial stability. Retained earnings stand at a substantial 29.32 billion yen, while interest-bearing debt is recorded at 4.39 billion yen. Amid top-line revenue expansion, this solid capital base and significant internal reserves provide a resilient foundation for the company's future operational improvements.