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About Brother Industries
Its shares trade on Tokyo Stock Exchange under the ticker 6448.T. It has been listed since 21 January 1963. In the fiscal year to 31 March 2026, it reported revenue of ¥893.46bn and net income of ¥67.61bn. At that date it held total assets of ¥1.02trn and shareholders' equity of ¥763.28bn.
Brother Industries, Ltd. engages in the manufacture and sale of communication, printing, and electronic products and instruments. The company is headquartered in Nagoya, Aichi-Ken. The firm operates in six business segments. The Printing and Solutions segment manufactures and sells communication and printing equipment like printers, multifunction devices and electronic stationery, among others. The Personal and Home segment is engaged in the manufacture and sale of household sewing machines. The Machinery segment manufactures and sells industrial sewing machines, garment printer, machine tools, reducers and gears, etc. The Network and Contents segment is involved in the manufacture, sale and service of commercial karaoke equipment, and the provision of contents delivery services. The Domino segment is engaged in the manufacture and sale of industrial printing equipment. The Others segment is involved in the sale of other products and the sale and leasing of real estate.
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Company facts
- Sector
- Information Technology
- Industry
- Technology Hardware, Storage & Peripherals
- Listed since
- 21 Jan 1963
- Employees
- 37,697
- Website
- brother.co.jp ↗
Leadership
Pay as last reported
- Mr. Toshikazu KoikeChairman of the Board, since 2007
- Mr. Kazufumi IkedaPresident, Representative Director, since 2015
- Mr. Ichiro SasakiVice Chairman of the Board, since 2009
- Mr. Akira NakashimaExecutive Officer, Director of Finance
- Mr. Tadashi IshiguroVice President, Representative Director, since 2011
- Mr. Satoru KuwabaraVice President, Representative Director, since 2015
- Mr. Taizo MurakamiSenior Managing Executive Officer, Director, since 2016
- Mr. Makoto HoshiSenior Managing Executive Officer
- Mr. Toshihiro ItoSenior Managing Executive Officer
- Mr. Tsuyoshi SuzukiSenior Managing Executive Officer
- Mr. Donald CumminsGroup Managing Executive Officer, President of Subsidiary
- Mr. Yasuyuki HasegawaManaging Executive Officer
Environmental, social and governance
Scores out of 100, from our data supplier
- Overall
- 90
- Environment
- 99
- Social
- 94
- Governance
- 79
- Direct emissions (scope 1)
- 18,840.006 t
- Energy emissions (scope 2)
- 103,690.268 t
- Value chain emissions (scope 3)
- 2,421,391.589 t
- Carbon reduction policy
- Yes
- Human rights policy
- Yes
SWOT analysis
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Strengths
- Brother Industries Ltd has a strong brand image in the market, known for their high-quality products and innovative technology.
- The company has a diverse product portfolio, including printers, sewing machines, label printers, and other office equipment, which helps in reducing dependency on a single product line.
- Brother Industries Ltd has a global presence with a wide distribution network, enabling them to reach customers worldwide.
- The company has a robust research and development department, continuously working on new product development and technological advancements.
Weaknesses
- Brother Industries Ltd relies heavily on the Japanese market, and any economic downturn or market saturation in Japan can negatively impact the company's sales and profitability.
- The company faces intense competition from other major players in the industry, both domestically and internationally.
- Brother Industries Ltd has a limited market share in certain product segments, indicating potential opportunities for growth and market expansion.
Opportunities
- The increasing demand for environmentally friendly products and sustainable practices presents an opportunity for Brother Industries Ltd to develop and promote eco-friendly product lines.
- Rapid technological advancements provide a chance for the company to develop and introduce innovative products to capture new market segments.
- Expanding into emerging markets, particularly in developing countries, can help Brother Industries Ltd increase its customer base and revenue.
Threats
- The ongoing global economic uncertainties and trade tensions may impact the company's international sales and supply chain.
- Counterfeit products and intellectual property infringement pose a threat to Brother Industries Ltd's brand reputation and revenue.
- Changes in government regulations, especially related to import/export policies and environmental standards, can affect the company's operations and profitability.
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