Chubu Electric Power posts higher FY2026 net profit of Y227.80 billion
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Updated · MarketWatch · Apr 28
Chubu Electric Power posts higher FY2026 net profit of Y227.80 billion
7 articles · Updated · MarketWatch · Apr 28
The Nagoya-based utility's net profit rose from Y202.09 billion last year, with per share earnings increasing to Y301.57 for the year ended March 31.
Despite the profit growth, annual revenue declined to Y3.55 trillion from Y3.67 trillion, and operating profit fell to Y230.04 billion from Y242.05 billion.
Chubu Electric Power's improved net profit comes amid changing market conditions, with results reported under Japanese accounting standards and reflecting ongoing shifts in Japan's energy sector.
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