The Osaka-based company posted net profit of Y7.36 billion for the year ended 31 March, while revenue edged up to Y316.98 billion from Y315.42 billion.
Operating profit fell to Y18.25 billion from Y20.00 billion, pretax profit declined to Y19.53 billion from Y21.39 billion, and earnings per share dropped to Y79.72 from Y131.86.
The results were prepared under Japanese accounting standards, showing weaker profitability despite slightly higher annual sales.
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