Hitachi Posts Strong FY2025 Gains Driven by Digital and Energy Infrastructure

Hitachi (6501.T) has announced a robust financial performance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, with net income attributable to stockholders rising to 802.4 billion yen, up from 615.7 billion yen in the prior year. This growth was accompanied by an increase in earnings per share, which reached 176.63 yen compared to 133.72 yen previously. The company's consolidated revenues grew by 8% year-over-year to reach 10.59 trillion yen. Adjusted operating income also saw a meaningful lift, climbing to 1.2 trillion yen from 971.6 billion yen. These results underscore the company's successful integration of digital services across its industrial portfolio. Management attributed the strong performance to several key drivers, most notably the expansion of the Lumada business and heightened demand for transmission equipment within the Energy sector. Additionally, the company benefited from solid digital demand in the Japanese market via its Digital Systems & Services sector and robust performance in the Mobility sector's Rail Control business. Looking forward to the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027, Hitachi expects continued momentum. The company has provided guidance forecasting net income of 850.0 billion yen, adjusted operating income of 1.3 trillion yen, and total revenues of 11.1 trillion yen. Following the release, shares of Hitachi traded up 2.43% at 5,356 yen.