Hatena (3930) Earnings: Operating Profit Down 48.9% YoY to 173 Million Yen, Ordinary Profit Decreased 69.5%

Hatena (3930) has released its latest financial results, reporting net sales of 3,647 million yen, representing a 3.9% decrease compared to the same period of the previous year. Operating profit came in down 48.9% year-on-year at 173 million yen, while ordinary profit stood at 103 million yen, a 69.5% decrease. The operating profit margin was 4.8%, and the company recorded a net loss of 995 million yen, with basic earnings per share at -332.8 yen.

Regarding the financial position and cash flows, the equity ratio remains solid at 71.6%, indicating a stable financial foundation. Retained earnings stand at 1,440 million yen, interest-bearing debt at 250 million yen, and cash and cash equivalents at 1,220 million yen. Meanwhile, operating cash flow was -1,155 million yen and investing cash flow was 2 million yen, resulting in a free cash flow of -1,155 million yen. The return on equity (ROE) was recorded at -42.8%.