Key Facts
• Skylark Holdings operates brands like Gusto and Bamiyan.
• Revenue for January-June 2025 increased by 15.4% to ¥220.9 billion.
• Net profit rose by 25.2% to ¥7.8 billion during the same period.
• Despite rising costs for rice and logistics, existing stores performed well.
• Introduction of weekday customizable menus attracted both budget-conscious and premium customers.
• Suki-san Udon, which expanded to the Kanto region last year, also boosted profits.
Summary
Skylark Holdings, the operator of Gusto and Bamiyan, reported significant revenue and profit growth for the January-June 2025 period. Revenue rose by 15.4% year-on-year to ¥220.9 billion, while net profit increased by 25.2% to ¥7.8 billion. Despite challenges such as rising rice prices and logistics costs, existing stores performed strongly. The company’s strategy to attract both budget-conscious and premium customers through weekday customizable menus contributed to increased customer numbers. Additionally, Suki-san Udon, which expanded to the Kanto region in 2024, performed well, further boosting profits.
