Mitsubishi and Mitsui Raise 2026 Profit Forecasts

Mitsubishi and Mitsui raised their fiscal 2026 net profit forecasts to record levels following strong first-half earnings driven by higher energy and metals prices. Both Japanese trading houses also announced plans for future growth and shareholder returns.

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The signboard of Mitsubishi Corp is pictured at its head office in Tokyo, Japan August 2, 2017.  REUTERS/Kim Kyung-Hoon

Mitsubishi Corp and Mitsui & Co Ltd boosted their fiscal 2026 net profit forecasts by up to 14% to record levels following stronger energy and metals prices. The upward revisions highlight robust first-half earnings across Japan's leading trading houses. Higher commodity valuations are strengthening corporate balance sheets and driving aggressive share buyback programs.