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JFLA Holdings Inc.

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JFLA Holdings Inc.3069

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JFLA Holdings Inc. operates under the mission of "creating and delivering new value through food," running a diversified food group spanning three functions both domestically and overseas: dairy and seasoning manufacturing (production business), European imported food wholesale (distribution business), and restaurant franchise/directly-operated store management (sales business). In September 2023, the company formulated a business revitalization plan with support from the Regional Economy Vitalization Corporation of Japan (REVIC), and has been advancing measures including product price increases, restructuring of unprofitable businesses, capital investment, and strengthening of its financial foundation. For FY2026 (ending March 2026), net sales reached ¥65,657 million and operating profit reached ¥1,527 million, both substantially exceeding the plan.

Business Model

In the manufacturing business, the company secures stable earnings through the manufacture and sale of dairy products and seasonings, as well as contract processing of surplus milk. In the distribution business, it provides added value through the import and wholesale of European branded foods (such as Kiri cream cheese). In the sales business, it generates revenue through the operation of franchise headquarters for brands such as BAGEL&BAGEL and MOMI&TOY'S, earning royalties and food ingredient sales. Through its integrated manufacturing-and-sales model, the company deploys quality brands comprehensively from food service to retail products, pursuing synergies within the group.

Company Strengths

At Koh-Nyu-Sha Co., Ltd., revenue from high-margin surplus milk processing contract services increased for the second consecutive period. Operating profit for the entire production business in FY2026 (ending March 2026) showed strong growth at ¥2,146 million (up 24.6% year on year), with continued expansion in demand for contract processing supporting the earnings base. The expansion of the production line, backed by capital expenditure of ¥1,440 million, has also contributed to improved productivity.

Kiri cream cheese, handled by Alcan Co., Ltd., is expanding transactions with major Western-style confectionery chains and others. "Andros Chef," a frozen fruit product for confectionery use launched in July 2024, has also gotten off to a smooth start, contributing to distribution business sales of ¥13,847 million (up 5.1% year on year). Exclusive handling of European brands and a business-use customer base are strengths that are difficult for competitors to replicate in a short period.

Under the business turnaround plan formulated in September 2023, actual results significantly exceeded targets for FY2026 (ending March 2026): net sales of ¥65,657 million against a plan of ¥60,000 million (¥5,657 million above plan), and operating profit of ¥1,527 million against a plan of ¥950 million (¥577 million above plan). Strengthened governance utilizing personnel dispatched from the Regional Economy Vitalization Corporation of Japan, along with the establishment of a management control framework, has underpinned this execution capability.

ENVALITH's Perspective

Operating cash flow for FY2026 (ending March 2026) improved substantially to ¥1,720 million from ¥471 million in the prior period. Depreciation and amortization of ¥1,085 million was added back to profit before income taxes and other adjustments of ¥1,059 million, confirming an improvement in underlying cash-generating capacity. On the other hand, the long-term borrowings balance remains at a high level of ¥17,373 million (prior period: ¥18,033 million), and interest expense of ¥454 million continues to weigh on ordinary profit. Resolving the financial leverage will require sustained profit accumulation over the medium to long term.

Segment profit in the Sales Business for FY2026 (ending March 2026) plunged to ¥13 million (prior period: ¥112 million, down 88.3% year on year). Revenue also fell sharply to ¥7,309 million (down 12.1% year on year). The main causes were declining customer traffic and lower wholesale revenue at Okashi no Kikuya / Chante d'Or, as well as increased personnel and system costs at the overseas subsidiary. Segment assets decreased significantly to ¥2,942 million (from ¥11,258 million in the prior period), reflecting progress in business restructuring, but restoring profitability in the remaining businesses remains a challenge. Reliance on the Production Business for earnings is increasing, and attention should be paid to the risk of an imbalanced business portfolio.

For the earnings forecast for FY2027 (ending March 2027), the company disclosed revenue of ¥66,000 million, operating profit of ¥1,550 million, and ordinary profit of ¥1,300 million, while profit attributable to owners of the parent was left undisclosed, citing the need for further review due to business restructuring associated with structural reforms. Extraordinary losses (including impairment loss of ¥181 million and valuation loss on investment securities of ¥54 million, among others) totaled ¥279 million in the current period as well, and the risk of additional losses being recorded in connection with business restructuring remains. External factors such as US tariff policy, yen depreciation, and persistently high raw material costs also warrant close attention as factors that could affect earnings.

Growth Strategy

Establishing a sustainable profit base through the completion of the business revitalization plan and the deepening of the integrated manufacturing-and-sales model

Continuing to review product pricing, optimize the portfolio, restructure unprofitable businesses, and strengthen management systems. The absorption merger of Asrapport in April 2025 has already been implemented to rationalize group management resources. The same measures will continue in FY2027 (ending March 2027), targeting operating profit of ¥1,550 million.

Investment in tangible and intangible fixed assets in the Production segment for FY2026 (ending March 2026) rose significantly to ¥1,440 million from ¥849 million in the previous fiscal year. The company aims to capture contract manufacturing demand and improve profitability through the expansion of production lines and productivity improvements.

Centered on Alcan, the company is expanding its customer base for products such as Kiri cream cheese, frozen bread, and fond de veau, as well as new products including "Andros Chef," launched in July 2024. While leveraging increased inbound demand as an external tailwind, the company will strengthen its appeal for high-value-added products targeted at the commercial foodservice sector.

While continuing to invest in personnel costs, with salaries and bonuses of ¥4,565 million and a provision for bonuses of ¥153 million, the company improved operating cash flow to ¥1,720 million. It aims to strengthen its organizational foundation through active capital investment and stable securing of human resources, funded by improvements in its revenue base, with a view to enhancing its sustainable cash-flow generation capability.

Last updated: July 19, 2026