Nippon Chemiphar Co., Ltd. reported earnings results for the third quarter ended December 31, 2016. For the quarter, the company reported net sales of ¥26,886 million against ¥26,914 million a year ago. Operating income was ¥2,294 million against ¥2,451 million a year ago. Income before income taxes and minority interests was ¥2,378 million against ¥2,416 million a year ago. Net income attributable to owners of the parent was ¥1,688 million against ¥1,612 million a year ago. Book value per share as at December 31, 2016 was ¥4,461.44 against ¥4,194.25 a year ago. Earnings per share were ¥433.41 against ¥409.66 a year ago. Capital expenditure was ¥2,269 million against ¥536 million a year ago.

For the year ending March 31, 2017, the company expects net sales of ¥35,500 million against previously reported guidance of ¥38,000 million. Operating income is expected to be ¥2,800 million, net income attributable to owners of the parent of ¥1,850 million. EPS is expected to be ¥474.79 per share. Capital expenditure is expected to be ¥2,900 million. Depreciation and amortization is expected to be ¥1,250 million.