Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. announced consolidated earnings results for the first half ended September 30, 2018. For the period, the company reported net sales of ¥791,701 million against ¥694,926 million a year ago. Operating income was ¥209,240 million against ¥156,319 million a year ago. Ordinary income was ¥217,125 million against ¥160,217 million a year ago. Net income attributable to owners of parent was ¥158,815 million or ¥372.22 per diluted share against ¥110,725 million or ¥259.60 per diluted share a year ago. Net cash provided by operating activities was ¥187,679 million against ¥142,325 million a year ago. Purchase of property, plant and equipment was ¥97,891 million against ¥78,155 million a year ago.