Nikon Corp. reported today their earnings for the first half of the fiscal year. Overall, net profits more than doubled over the half, due in large part to the brisk sales of digital cameras, optical parts and chip-making devices. Net profit between April and September was reported at 23.18 billion yen, up 9.37 billion from a year ago. This easily sets a new Nikon half-year profit record. Nikon asserts that increased sales, cost-cutting measures, and a weaker yen have all contributed to their record profits.
A copy of Nikon's first half financial statement can be found here:
http://www.nikon.co.jp/main/eng/portfolio/ir/finance/fr.htm#2007