The field of optical systems for industrial use showed a 7% decrease in revenue to ¥12.3 billion. Corporate acquisitions in Europe and the United States were part of the reason for the major foreign exchange impact. When that impact is excluded, however, there is a real increase in revenue.
In measuring instruments, last year's acquisition of Radiant resulted in an 8% revenue increase year on year to ¥6.5 billion.
Decreased demand in lenses for industrial and professional use resulted in a 24% decrease in revenue to ¥2.9 billion. The weak market for the lens-related business and other areas had an impact.