Toyota Q4 Profit Plummets 49% as U.S. Tariffs Weigh on Earnings

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Toyota reported an annual profit of 3.85 trillion yen, marking a 19% decrease as U.S. tariffs significantly impacted operating income. In a new update, the automaker's 2027 operating income guidance of 3 trillion yen fell short of market expectations, despite projecting record hybrid sales exceeding 5 million units. The broader Japanese automotive sector is facing unprecedented strain, evidenced by Honda recording its first operating loss since 1957, totaling 400 billion yen. Toyota further cautioned that geopolitical conflicts, specifically involving Iran, will continue to weigh on its bottom line. Investors remain focused on how the company will navigate rising costs and regional instability while attempting to maintain its market leadership.

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