• Kao’s net income attributable to owners of the parent rose 24% year-on-year to 105.05 billion yen for the nine months ended September 30, 2026.
• Operating income jumped 28% to 146.54 billion yen, supported by Global Consumer Care growth and improved Chemical Business profitability.
• Net sales climbed 7% to 1.32 trillion yen, with currency translation contributing to growth.
• The full-year 2026 operating income forecast remained unchanged at 190 billion yen despite rising raw material prices and international supply chain costs.

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