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About Nippon Steel
Its shares trade on Tokyo Stock Exchange under the ticker 5401.T. It has been listed since 2 October 1950. In the fiscal year to 31 March 2026, it reported revenue of ¥10.06trn and net income of ¥17.16bn. At that date it held total assets of ¥14.66trn and shareholders' equity of ¥5.53trn.
NIPPON STEEL CORP. engages in the manufacture and trade of steel products. The company is headquartered in Chiyoda-Ku, Tokyo-To. The firm operates through four business segments. The Steel Manufacturing segment is engaged in the manufacture and sale of steel bars, steel plates, steel pipes, special steels, steel secondary products and other steel products. The Engineering segment is engaged in the production and sale of industrial equipment and steel structures, the contract of construction work, the processing and recycling of waste, as well as the provision of electricity, gas and heat. The Chemical and Materials segment is engaged in the manufacture and sale of coal chemical products, petrochemical products, electronic materials, carbon fibers, composites and other products. The System Solution segment is engaged in the provision of computer system related engineering consulting services and outsourcing services.
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Company facts
- Sector
- Materials
- Industry
- Metals & Mining
- Listed since
- 2 Oct 1950
- Employees
- 105,796
- Website
- nipponsteel.com ↗
Leadership
Pay as last reported
- Mr. Eiji HashimotoChairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer, Representative Director, since 2012¥239.5m
- Mr. Tadashi ImaiPresident, Chief Operating Officer, Representative Director, since 2016¥116.9m
- Mr. Takahiro MoriVice Chairman, Vice President, Chief Director of Global Business Promotion, India Project Leader of Main Global Business Promotion Unit, USS Project Leader, Representative Director, since 2014¥116.9m
- Mr. Yuji NomiyamaExecutive Vice President
- Mr. Kazuhisa FukudaVice President, Chief Director of Technology Development, Representative Director, since 2014
- Mr. Hirofumi FunakoshiVice President, Representative Director, since 2019
- Mr. Takashi HiroseVice President, Sub Leader of Next Generation Hot Rolling Project, Chairman of Subsidiary, Representative Director, since 2016¥116.9m
- Mr. Hiroyuki MinatoVice President, Next Generation Hot Rolling Project Leader, Electric Furnace Project Leader, Representative Director, since 2018
- Mr. Naoki SatoVice President, India Project Sub-Leader & Thai Integrated Steel Project Sub-Leader of Main Global Business Promotion Unit, USS Project Sub-Leader, Representative Director, since 2014¥116.9m
- Mr. Nobuhiro FujitaSenior Managing Executive Officer
- Mr. Ichiro SatoSenior Managing Executive Officer
- Mr. Kyoichi ArakiManaging Executive Officer
Environmental, social and governance
Scores out of 100, from our data supplier
- Overall
- 54
- Environment
- 81
- Social
- 55
- Governance
- 26
- Direct emissions (scope 1)
- 64,007,000 t
- Energy emissions (scope 2)
- 12,466,000 t
- Value chain emissions (scope 3)
- 15,580,000 t
- Women in the workforce
- 2.4833%
- Carbon reduction policy
- Yes
- Human rights policy
- Yes
SWOT analysis
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Strengths
- Established Presence: Nippon Steel Corp is one of the leading steel producers in Japan with a long history and strong market position.
- Technological Expertise: The company has advanced manufacturing capabilities and is known for its expertise in producing high-quality steel products.
- Diverse Product Portfolio: Nippon Steel Corp offers a wide range of steel products, catering to various industries such as automotive, construction, and machinery.
Weaknesses
- Dependency on the Domestic Market: Nippon Steel Corp heavily relies on the Japanese market for its sales, making it vulnerable to fluctuations in the local economy.
- High Production Costs: The company faces challenges in terms of cost competitiveness, especially when compared to steel manufacturers from countries with lower production costs.
- Environmental Impact: Steel production is known to have a significant environmental footprint, and Nippon Steel Corp needs to address sustainability concerns.
Opportunities
- Growing Demand in Emerging Markets: Nippon Steel Corp can capitalize on the increasing demand for steel in emerging economies, such as India and Southeast Asian countries.
- Technological Advancements: The company can leverage innovative technologies, such as artificial intelligence and automation, to enhance productivity and efficiency in its manufacturing processes.
- Sustainable Development: By investing in eco-friendly production methods and promoting recycling initiatives, Nippon Steel Corp can differentiate itself in the market and attract environmentally conscious customers.
Threats
- Intense Competition: Nippon Steel Corp faces competition from both domestic and international steel producers, which can potentially impact its market share and pricing power.
- Economic Uncertainty: Fluctuations in global economic conditions and trade disputes may negatively impact the demand for steel, affecting Nippon Steel Corp's revenue and profitability.
- Regulatory Challenges: Compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability standards can pose challenges for the company, requiring significant investments and potential operational changes.
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