Institution for a Global Society (4265) Q2 2026 earnings summary

Executive summary

• Revenue increased 21.5% year-over-year to ¥319 million for the six months ended September 2025, driven by growth in HR and education segments.

• Operating loss narrowed significantly to ¥46 million from ¥183 million year-over-year, reflecting cost optimization and improved segment profitability.

• Net loss attributable to shareholders was ¥35 million, a substantial improvement from ¥186 million loss in the prior year period.

• Cash and equivalents rose to ¥409 million, supported by positive operating and financing cash flows.

Financial highlights

• HR segment revenue grew 39.9% year-over-year to ¥134 million, with segment profit of ¥19 million versus a loss last year.

• Education segment revenue rose 19.5% to ¥166 million, with segment profit up 76.4% to ¥64 million.

• Platform/Web3 segment revenue declined 31.2% to ¥19 million, but segment loss narrowed to ¥14 million.

• Gross margin improved as cost of sales decreased relative to revenue.

• Operating cash flow was positive at ¥91 million, reversing a ¥72 million outflow last year.

Outlook and guidance

• Full-year revenue forecast remains at ¥830 million, up 37.7% year-over-year, with net profit forecast at ¥60 million.

• No change to previously announced guidance; management expects continued improvement in profitability.