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The successor company will inherit Harika's business and, after obtaining brands and licenses, is scheduled to become a wholly owned subsidiary with an effective date of January 1, 2027.\n\n### Business strategy and synergies\nBy combining the group\u2019s gift business know-how with FRHC\u2019s FinTech\/payment infrastructure, we will strengthen domestic and international distribution and payment linkage. We will utilize Reda\u2019s sales channels, S\u014dko\u2019s digital initiatives, and Kaatisu\u2019s promotional network to expand directly managed and franchise networks, aiming to boost sales and improve gross margin. 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