Subaru (7270 JT) FY25/26 (JPY) net 90.8bln (prev. 338.1bln Y/Y), rev. 4.78tln (prev. 4.69tln Y/Y), Co. is to buy back up to JPY 150bln

Subaru's FY25/26 results indicate a significant drop in net profit at JPY 90.8 billion, down from JPY 338.1 billion year-on-year, although revenues have improved slightly at JPY 4.78 trillion vs. JPY 4.69 trillion. The planned buyback of up to JPY 150 billion signals confidence from management in the company's long-term prospects despite the profit decline, which could bolster share prices. Investors should assess whether the revenue growth can sustain amid the profit contraction and how these figures align with market expectations.