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Would you please tell us specifically about your efforts to strengthen human capital?
We recognize the need for talent in three key areas to support the expansion of our business:
1. Marketing professionals capable of executing initiatives to broaden our business domains
2. IT specialists who can develop systems tailored to the needs of sales companies and on-site operations
3. Finance experts who can formulate strategies to enhance capital efficiency
To address these needs, we have already recruited qualified personnel from outside the company.
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Would you share your vision for product launches, investments, and profits within the six-year plan?
In the initial three years, our primary focus will be on strengthening the track record of our existing products. In the latter half of the plan, we intend to launch new products to drive further growth.
With regard to investments and profitability, we view the initial three years as a period of strategic investment, including investment into production facilities. In the final three years, we expect new product introductions to gradually translate into increased sales and contribute to overall profitability.
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Would you please explain the reason for setting the cash and deposit holding amount at 150 billion yen for fiscal 2030?
While the sale of cross-shareholdings is expected to contribute to an increase in cash and deposits, our intention is to actively utilize these funds by promoting investments that support business growth. At the same time, in order to ensure operational stability, we aim to maintain a sound level of liquidity. As such, we have set a target of 150 billion yen in cash and deposits for fiscal 2030.
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Would you please tell us about your vision for how new business fields are expected to contribute to overall sales by fiscal year 2030?
By expanding our lineup of OTC products and pet-related offerings, and by advancing the development of products for industrial animals, we aim to achieve sales in the range of 5 to 10 billion yen.
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Would you please tell us your future product strategies?
We will further strengthen sales of Yakult products as our core area.
In our focus area, including fermented milk, functional beverages, and cosmetics, we will review and refine our sales strategies to enhance performance.
In addition, we will explore new markets by launching innovative products that leverage our proprietary ingredients and technologies, aiming to attract new customers and expand our market reach.
