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The counterparty, method, and timing are undecided, and the impact on consolidated results for the fiscal year ending March 2027 and beyond is under review. At this time, the full-year forecast (fiscal year ending March 2027) remains unchanged from the previously disclosed figures.","jir_summary":"### Review of Business Strategy and Decision to Pursue Sale\nAt the Board of Directors meeting held on October 29, 2026, it was resolved to proceed with procedures to sell or withdraw the Medical Platform business operated by the consolidated subsidiary MIMS Group to a third party. Based on the past roadmap, the aim is to maximize value under a partner with strong capital and product development capabilities and to concentrate management resources on higher capital-return businesses such as the career business and management support business. Specific details regarding counterparties, methods, and execution timing are undecided and will be promptly disclosed once determined.\n\n### Impact and Future Outlook\nThe impact of this sale or withdrawal on consolidated results for the fiscal year ending March 2027 and thereafter is currently being examined. Decisions and any effects on results will be disclosed in a timely manner once known. 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