Highlights and achievements of Q1 FY26
Gross profit surged to JPY 6.5 billion, with a growth rate of 35.9%, while gross margin jumped to 53.9% from 51.4% in the same period last year (54.7% on a constant currency basis).
Achieved record Q1 revenue of JPY 12.1 billion, up 29.4% YoY and at the high end of guidance.
Growth momentum accelerated globally, with US and EMEA revenue surging 49% YoY, while NEA achieved robust 28% YoY growth on a high base, and SEA accelerated to 4x YoY growth. This expansion was reflected vertically, with E-commerce up over 35% and Other Internet Services, including Online Travel, growing over 40% YoY.
Operating profit rose 153% YoY to JPY 185 million, with margin improving to 1.5% (Operating profit surged 473% YoY to JPY 418 million with a 3.5% margin on a constant currency basis)
Q1 outperformance laid a strong foundation for Q2, with revenue projected to reach JPY 12.5–12.7 billion, ahead of the initial forecast and tracking above plan.
Agentic AI leadership drives Q1 outperformance with structural margin expansion
TOKYO, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Appier Group Inc. (TSE: 4180, "Appier"), an Agentic AI-native company, today announced its financial results for Q1 2026. Appier delivered a record Q1 gross profit of JPY 6.5 billion, up 35.9% YoY, with gross margin expanding structurally to 53.9% (54.7% on a constant currency basis), up from 51.4% in Q1 FY25. Revenue reached a record Q1 of JPY 12.1 billion, increasing 29.4% YoY and landing at the high end of guidance. This growth is driven by a go to market strategy focused on key verticals, reaching an upward profitability trend bolstered by scalable Agentic AI deployment, which drives operating leverage with in-house adaptation of Agentic AI as well. Both Q1 revenue and profit exceeded its initial plan, establishing a stronger baseline for further profitability from Q2 onwards.
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