We aim to realize continuous growth and create corporate value by solving social and environmental issues through our business activities

I would like to take this opportunity to sincerely thank our shareholders and investors for their constant consideration and kindness.

The global economy, having completed excessive inventory adjustments in supply chains caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, has generally moved past its lowest point. However, domestically, the economic recovery has been gradual and lacks strong momentum, impacted by the Noto Peninsula earthquake and a decrease in automobile production.

Amidst these circumstances, the group has been working on the three-year medium-term management plan, “TRANSFORMATION for TOMORROW” since April 2024. Under this plan, the group has set five basic strategies and has been working on them: “Secure a competitive advantage through technology initiatives,” “Expand overseas business to strengthen business foundation,” “Promote ESG-focused management to realize a sustainable society,” “Promote HR strategy and DX,” and “Implement capital-efficiency-oriented management (ROE of 9% or more, ROA of 5% or more).”

For the first year of our medium-term management plan, our business performance showed a recovery trend both domestically and internationally, amidst a gradual economic recovery that lacks strong momentum. Although the global economic situation is becoming increasingly uncertain due to U.S. tariff policies, the group will continue to aim for sustainable growth as one team by powerfully promoting basic strategy. We sincerely appreciate your continued anticipation.

Also, for the FYE March 2025, we continued to hold financial results briefings and individual meetings to provide institutional investors with opportunities to understand our business division. We also continued to hold briefings for individual investors, as we did last year. We intend to further enhance these initiatives and create more proactive dialogue opportunities. We look forward to your continued understanding and support as our shareholders in the future.