Sales to outside customers increased significantly to 100,336 million yen
(up 27.4% year-on-year).
Sales were strong in Vietnam, Indonesia, and other Southeast Asian countries.
In addition, Eu Yan Sang International Ltd. contributed to sales. On the
other hand, stricter import regulations in Myanmar led to difficulties
in the import of raw materials and products, which resulted in a significant
decrease in sales. Regarding the performance of particular products, "Hadalabo",
"Selsun" antidandruff shampoo and "Acnes" skincare
products are among those that contributed to the increase in sales.
Segment profit (operating income basis) was 12,289 million yen (up 2.2%
year-on-year) due to an increase of sales in Vietnam and Indonesia, which
offset amortization of goodwill of Eu Yan Sang International Ltd. as well
as the decrease in sales in Myanmar.