Quest (2332) Earnings: Revenue Increases 7.5% YoY, Operating Income Decreases 3.4% YoY

Quest (2332) announced its latest financial results, reporting net sales of 4,711 million yen, a 7.5% increase year-on-year. Meanwhile, profit figures showed a mixed trend: operating income came in at 212 million yen, down 3.4% year-on-year, ordinary income was 224 million yen, down 4.7% year-on-year, and net income attributable to owners of the parent decreased by 7.4% year-on-year to 141 million yen. In contrast, comprehensive income rose by 8.0% year-on-year to 150 million yen. From a balance sheet perspective, the company maintains a robust financial foundation with an equity ratio of 72.3% and zero interest-bearing debt (0.0 billion yen). Retained earnings stand at a solid 6.22 billion yen, underscoring its financial stability. While balancing profitability and cost management remains a key focus moving forward, the company's high equity ratio and substantial internal reserves provide a resilient foundation for its mid-to-long-term operations.