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Three-year roadmap implemented in FOUNDATION \u2192 SCALE \u2192 MONETIZE. Long-term targets include ROA 20%, ROE 20%, operating margin above 10%, aiming for Prime Market eligibility.","jir_summary":"### Section heading\nThis document integrates the reassessment of the mid-term management plan \u201cNEXT STAGE 2026\u201d with the Vision, basic policies, quantitative targets, a three-year roadmap, key KPIs (Housing OS, 3D printer housing), and investor messaging. Although the prior mid-term plan missed key KPIs, groundwork progress includes strengthening digital customer acquisition, nationwide IP licensing deployment, and advanced development in 3D printer housing; going forward, profitability and capital efficiency will be prioritized, and capital policy and growth strategy will be redesigned.\n\n### Section 2 heading\nAs a basic policy, the aim is to shift toward a high-margin Housing OS-centric business model, with quantitative targets for improved ROA\/ROE, improved operating cash flow margin, and higher labor productivity through 2029 fiscal year. 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