Overview#
Anycolor Inc., a company known for its virtual streamer services, saw its shares decline sharply on Thursday. This drop followed the company's announcement of a reduced profit forecast for the fiscal year ending in March 2026.
Profit Forecast Revision#
In a recent filing, Anycolor revised its expected operating profit down to between 19.82 billion yen and 20.36 billion yen (approximately $1.2 to $1.3 billion). This is a decrease from the previous forecast of 21.0 billion yen to 22.0 billion yen. Additionally, the company anticipates a slight decline in net profit.
Revenue Expectations#
On a more positive note, Anycolor expects its net sales to rise, projecting figures between 54.73 billion yen and 55.63 billion yen. This is an increase from earlier estimates of 52.0 billion yen to 54.0 billion yen, indicating that while profits may be lower, revenue growth is still on the rise.
Reasons for the Decline#
The company attributed the lower profit forecast to higher operational costs. These costs include expenses related to inventory management and some asset write-downs. Although the specifics of the inventory issues were not detailed, it is worth noting that Anycolor's Vtuber agency, Nijisanji, has experienced several high-profile departures in recent years.
Despite these challenges, demand for Anycolor's Vtuber services remains strong, contributing to increased corporate sponsorships, streaming views, and merchandise sales.