Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. reported consolidated earnings results for the first quarter ended June 30, 2018. For the quarter, the company reported net sales of JPY 383,633 million against JPY 336,242 million a year ago. Operating income was JPY 95,405 million against JPY 74,142 million a year ago. Ordinary income was JPY 99,431 million against JPY 77,040 million a year ago. Net income attributable to owners of parent was JPY 73,718 million against JPY 53,710 million a year ago. Net income per share diluted was JPY 172.78 against JPY 125.95 a year ago. Income before income taxes and non-controlling interests was JPY 99,431 million against JPY 77,040 million a year ago. Capital expenditures were JPY 44.9 billion.

For the year ending March 31, 2019, the company expects net sales of JPY 1,500,000 million, operating income of JPY 360,000 million, ordinary income of JPY 370,000 million, net income attributable to owners of parent of JPY 270,000 million or JPY 632.96 per share.