Notice of Formulation of the Second Phase of the Mid-Term Management Plan

Plan Overview

Kuze has formulated Phase 2 of its Medium-Term Management Plan, covering the period from FY2027 to FY2029, with a target of consolidated net sales of 84.0 billion yen and consolidated EBITDA of 3.4 billion yen. The plan centers on five pillars: Growth Strategy, Transformation Promotion, Foundational Strengthening, Risk Management, and Sustainability. The strategy emphasizes concentration in the Kanto region and development in three markets (Food Service, Travel & Leisure, and Ready-to-Eat/Delicatessen). It also promotes full-line offerings through e-commerce/overseas expansion and a plus-on strategy. The company will advance operational transformation, a shift to AX, utilization of next-generation human resources, logistics reinforcement, and the construction of a sustainable system.

Future Initiatives and Risks

From an environmental perspective, it recognizes the implications of demographic shifts, market contraction, labor-intensive models, and the need for infrastructure investment. Strengths include a solid Kanto base, assortment, proposal capability, product development capability, and support functions for store expansion. In risk management, BCP, compliance, and quality control will be strengthened. Group synergies will be enhanced through shared customer touchpoints and collaboration in market development. In sustainability, emphasis will be placed on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) aspects.