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About Asahi Kasei
Its shares trade on Tokyo Stock Exchange under the ticker 3407.T. It has been listed since 16 May 1949. In the fiscal year to 31 March 2026, it reported revenue of ¥3.07trn and net income of ¥158.79bn. At that date it held total assets of ¥4.14trn and shareholders' equity of ¥2.09trn.
Asahi Kasei Corp. operates as a holding company which provides monitoring, planning, and strategic management to its subsidiaries and affiliates. The company is headquartered in Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo-To. The firm operates in three business segments. The Materials segment includes fiber business, including capra fiber, polyurethane fiber, nonwoven fabric, nylon 66 fiber, chemical business, including petrochemicals, high performance polymer, high performance materials and consumer goods, separators for lithium secondary batteries, separators for lead storage batteries, mixed signal LSI and other electronic businesses. The Housing segment includes housing business, such as construction contracting, real estate, renovation, and other housing related businesses, and the building materials business, including lightweight aerated concrete, heat insulation materials, foundation piles, structural materials. The Healthcare segment consists of pharmaceuticals such as medical drugs and diagnostics, medical business and critical care business. The company also includes engineering, staffing business and others.
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Company facts
- Sector
- Materials
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Listed since
- 16 May 1949
- Employees
- 40,689
- Website
- asahi-kasei.co.jp ↗
Leadership
Pay as last reported
- Mr. Hideki KoboriChairman of the Board, since 2012¥133.0m
- Mr. Koshiro KudoPresident, Executive President, Representative Director, since 2016¥162.0m
- Mr. Motomichi KishinoExecutive Officer, Director of Accounting and Finance
- Mr. Kazushi KuseExecutive Vice President, Director, since 2020
- Mr. Fumitoshi KawabataExecutive Vice President, President, Executive President of Subsidiary, since 2017
- Mr. Richard PackerExecutive Vice President, Chairman of Subsidiary
- Mr. Toshiyasu HorieSenior Managing Executive Officer, Representative Director, since 2019
- Mr. Hideyuki YamagishiSenior Managing Executive Officer, Chief Director of Life Innovation Business
- Mr. Hiroki IdeguchiManaging Executive Officer, Director, since 2019
- Mr. Masatsuga KawaseManaging Executive Officer, Director, since 2021
- Mr. Tatsuya KoikeManaging Executive Officer
- Mr. Hiroyoshi MatsuyamaManaging Executive Officer, Chief Director of Environmental Solutions Business
Environmental, social and governance
Scores out of 100, from our data supplier
- Overall
- 88
- Environment
- 99
- Social
- 99
- Governance
- 67
- Direct emissions (scope 1)
- 2,386,214 t
- Energy emissions (scope 2)
- 846,144 t
- Value chain emissions (scope 3)
- 11,906,760 t
- Women in the workforce
- 29.5%
- Carbon reduction policy
- Yes
- Human rights policy
- Yes
SWOT analysis
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Strengths
- Asahi Kasei Corp has a strong market presence and brand reputation globally due to its diversified product portfolio and technological expertise in various industries. The company's long history and strong financial position provide it with stability and resources for future growth. Additionally, Asahi Kasei Corp's commitment to sustainability and innovation gives it a competitive advantage in the market.
Weaknesses
- One weakness of Asahi Kasei Corp is its dependence on the performance of the global economy. Economic downturns or fluctuations can impact the demand for its products and services. Furthermore, the company may sometimes face challenges in effectively integrating acquired businesses or managing changes in the market.
Opportunities
- Asahi Kasei Corp has opportunities to expand its global presence by entering emerging markets and diversifying its product offerings. With increasing focus on sustainable practices and renewable energy sources, the company can leverage its expertise in environmental technologies to develop new solutions. Additionally, advancements in healthcare and aging populations present opportunities for growth in the healthcare segment.
Threats
- Asahi Kasei Corp faces the threat of intense competition in all its business segments, both from existing industry players and new market entrants. Economic and political uncertainties, trade tensions, and regulatory changes can also pose threats to the company's operations and profitability. Moreover, rapid technological advancements may require continuous investments in research and development to stay competitive.
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