Toyota sees profit sliding 21% amid 'unprecedented' cost surge

Japan auto giant's forecast reflects rising raw material prices and chip shortages

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Toyota expects to be hindered by supply chain disruptions in the year ahead but boosted by Japan's weakening currency. (Photo by Yuki Nakao)

SHOICHIRO TAGUCHI, Nikkei staff writer

TOKYO -- Amid concerns of higher raw material prices and prolonged semiconductor shortages, Toyota Motor expects a net income of 2.26 trillion yen ($17.4 billion) for the current business year through next March, down 20.7% annually.

The Japanese auto giant on Wednesday projected operating income of 2.4 trillion yen, down 19.9%, and revenue of 33 trillion yen, a 5.2% increase. The carmaker anticipates adding to the number of units, despite struggles with soaring raw material costs.

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