Mid-Term Management Plan 2026 Progress Briefing

Progress and Performance of the Mid-Term Management Plan 2026

Nippon Ham Group pursues management aimed at enhancing the quality of profits and capital efficiency, centered on 'Creating Value in Proteins Together.' During FY26/03, record highs were achieved with sales of 1,457.4 billion yen, operating profit of 68.3 billion yen, and ROE of 6.6%. In FY27/03, sales are forecasted at 1,500.0 billion yen, with operating profit expected to be 610.0 billion yen (down 10.7% YoY), but net income attributable to owners of the parent is projected to increase to 38.0 billion yen. Although a slight profit decrease is planned, the company expects to maintain a profit level in the 600 billion yen range, supported by successful measures to strengthen earnings foundations.

Growth Strategies and Capital Policy

As aggressive growth strategies, Nippon Ham aims to expand domestic sales volume, shift its overseas markets into profit-contributing phases, and challenge new growth areas in sports and entertainment. Structural reforms include transforming profitability and implementing cost structure reforms through DX/AI technologies. To enhance capital market competitiveness, the company plans focused investments in key areas, strengthen portfolio strategies, and increase shareholder returns (DOE of over 3%, and ongoing treasury stock acquisitions totaling 90 billion yen over three years), while also promoting sustainability management and creating new business models for sustainable growth.