Sojitz posts transcript of FY2026 first-quarter results briefing

• Sojitz released a transcript of its briefing on first-quarter results ended June 30, 2026, led by the CFO Shibuya.
• Profit for the period JPY 30.2 billion, up 43% year on year; 23% progress toward the full-year forecast of JPY 130 billion.
• Core operating cash flow JPY 40 billion; 27% progress toward the full-year forecast of JPY 150 billion; free cash flow outflow JPY 99.2 billion.
• Kept the full-year forecast unchanged despite Middle East-related uncertainty; flagged weaker-than-expected progress in automotive and fertilizers.
• Executed JPY 60 billion of new investments in the quarter; annual dividend forecast set at JPY 180 per share, up from JPY 165.

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