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Financial position improved with higher total assets and net assets, and the equity ratio remained at a high level. Cash and deposits decreased, but acquisition of investment securities and valuation gains lifted assets. The full-year forecast is expected to remain unchanged based on the disclosed assumptions.\n\n### Outlook and Impact for Shareholders\nThe solid interim results reflect growth in both the Ceramics and Engineering segments. Continued demand could drive further revenue growth and sustain improved profit margins. Financially, a high equity ratio and healthy cash flows are maintained, supporting the likely continuation of the dividend policy; however, the recent decline in cash is influenced by asset management activities. 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