# Toyota Motor forecast an abrupt drop in operating profit.

*business · news · 2026-05-08 · The Japan Times *

## Key points

- Toyota forecast operating income of ¥3 trillion for fiscal year ending March 2027.
- This projection falls short of analyst consensus of ¥4.6 trillion and prior period's ¥3.8 trillion.
- Toyota suppliers are experiencing shortages in key materials due to the ongoing conflict in Iran.
- Toyota estimates a negative ¥670 billion impact to its bottom line from regional turmoil.

**Companies:** Toyota Motor
**Countries:** Iran, Japan

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