Why did Sumitomo Chemical’s net profit surge despite a 10.4% sales decline?

Sumitomo Chemical’s net profit surged 58% to ¥60.9 billion despite a 10.4% sales decline to ¥2.3 trillion because the increase was driven by gains on asset sales—particularly the sale of shares in Petro Rabigh—and improved trade terms across business segments.

Which business segment reported the largest rise in core operating income, and what caused it?

The essential and green materials business reported the largest rise in core operating income, jumping sharply to ¥72.9 billion, primarily due to gains from the sale of Petro Rabigh shares and improved trade terms, even though its sales revenue fell by ¥220.2 billion to ¥678.8 billion amid maintenance shutdowns at Petro Rabigh and exits from aluminum and synthetic resin businesses.

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Sumitomo Chemical reported a 10.4% sales decline to ¥2.3 trillion but achieved a 58% profit surge to ¥60.9 billion driven by asset sales. Performance varied across agro, medical, and display material segments amidst global economic shifts.

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