The consolidated financial results of major cotton spinners for the April–September period have been released. All companies, except Kurabo, posted higher revenue and profit, driven by strong performance in non-textile sectors such as semiconductors. In the textile business, Shikibo secured an operating profit for the first time in eight terms, while other companies continued to struggle due to high costs and demand adjustments. In the second half, each company aims to recover through overseas sales expansion and a shift toward high value-added textiles.
Shikibo Ltd. returned to operating profitability for the first time in eight interim periods. Exports of fabrics for Middle Eastern traditional clothing and the review of unprofitable businesses contributed to profit improvement in the textile division, which drove overall performance. This also gave momentum to the planned acquisition of Unitika Trading’s apparel textile business in January 2026. By inheriting its overseas sales base, Shikibo plans to expand sales globally.
Kurabo Industries Ltd. posted an operating loss due to one-time expenses associated with the closure of its Anjo plant. However, the transfer of production to overseas affiliates is progressing largely as planned, and the company intends to strengthen its profitability going forward. Sales increased thanks to growth in high value-added materials such as the functional yarn “NaTech,” developed through raw cotton modification, as well as in uniform-related products.
At Fujibo Holdings, Inc., sales of textile products such as the innerwear brand “BVD” struggled due to reduced retail space and fewer store visitors caused by the hot summer. However, online sales benefited from the reputation of Japanese-made quality, leading to expanded overseas sales.
Nitto Boseki Co., Ltd. saw sluggish performance in women’s apparel at its subsidiary Nittobo Advantex Co., Ltd. , which supplies major apparel makers, but this was offset by sales in other women’s and men’s segments.
Nisshinbo Holdings Inc. reported an expanded loss in the January–September period, as orders for wrinkle-free processing and dress shirt fabrics declined in its shirt business. Meanwhile, the uniform business achieved higher sales.