Central Glass Co. Ltd. reported consolidated earnings results for the first half ended September 30, 2017. For the half year, the company reported net sales of JPY 110,094 million against JPY 105,380 million a year ago. Operating income was JPY 2,691 million against JPY 5,809 million a year ago. Ordinary income was JPY 3,325 million against JPY 5,764 million a year ago. Basic EPS was JPY 105.91 against JPY 46.29 a year ago. Income before income taxes was JPY 3,231 million against JPY 5,884 million a year ago. Profit attributable to owners of parent was JPY 1,883 million compared to JPY 4,352 million a year ago. Net cash provided by operating activities was JPY 7,774 million against JPY 7,855 million a year ago. Purchase of property, plant and equipment was JPY 12,401 million against JPY 8,748 million a year ago.

For the fiscal year ending March 31, 2018, the company expects net sales of JPY 224,000 million, operating income of JPY 7,000 million, ordinary income of JPY 7,500 million, profit attributable to owners of parent of JPY 4,200 million and earnings per share of JPY 103.49.