Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. reported unaudited consolidated earnings results for the first nine months ended December 31, 2016. For the period, the company reported net sales of JPY 922,228 million against JPY 975,914 million a year ago. Operating income was JPY 181,101 million against JPY 162,427 million a year ago. Ordinary income was JPY 185,036 million against JPY 170,736 million a year ago. Profit attributable to owners of parent was JPY 135,232 million against JPY 116,419 million a year ago. Diluted earnings per share were JPY 317.43 against JPY 273.31 a year ago. Income before income taxes and non-controlling interests was JPY 185,036 million against JPY 170,736 million a year ago. Net assets per share as at December 31, 2016 were JPY 4,656.25.

The company provided consolidated earnings guidance for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2017. For the period, the company expects Net sales
1,180,000 million, operating income of JPY 225,000 million, ordinary income of JPY 230,000 million, profit attributable to owners of parent of JPY 160,000 million and basic earnings per share of JPY 375.61.