Japan Tobacco Inc. reported strong financial results for the six months ended June 30, 2026. Revenue increased 17.7% year-over-year to ¥1.99 trillion. Profit attributable to owners of the parent company rose 35% to ¥431.8 billion.
Second-quarter performance exceeded analyst forecasts with net sales of ¥1.06 trillion. Operating income for the quarter reached ¥340.39 billion.
Following the results, the company raised its full-year net sales guidance to ¥3.89 trillion. Full-year operating income is now projected at ¥1.01 trillion. Net income for the year is expected to reach ¥644 billion.
Japan Tobacco increased its expected annual dividend from ¥242 to ¥272 per share. Management attributed the positive performance to the growth of its core tobacco business.