Kurita Water Industries Ltd. reported consolidated earnings results for the six months ended September 30, 2017. For the period, net sales were JPY 108,107 million against JPY 103,811 million a year ago. Operating income was JPY 10,153 million against JPY 9,643 million a year ago. Ordinary income was JPY 10,274 million against JPY 9,639 million a year ago. Income before income taxes was JPY 10,480 million against JPY 9,639 million a year ago. Profit attributable to owners of parent was JPY 7,412 million against JPY 6,542 million a year ago. Net cash provided by operating activities was JPY 10,962 million against JPY 16,268 million a year ago. Payments for purchases of property, plant and equipment was JPY 7,111 million against JPY 4,818 million a year ago. Profit attributable to owners of parent was JPY 65.99 per share.