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This involves stopping production of products with low utilization rates and strengthening the industrial supply chain. Additionally, domestically-produced capacities for acrylonitrile and polycarbonate diol will be scaled down or phased out, with supply structures optimized at overseas bases. These measures aim to drive long-term industrial transformation and contribute to carbon neutrality.\n\n### Outlook and Impact\nThis business restructuring is expected to have only a minor impact on the consolidated performance forecast for FY2027. Costs related to equipment removal due to production discontinuation are scheduled to be recorded after FY2030, prioritizing supply stability. Meanwhile, the company will promote the social implementation of green basic chemicals technology \"Revolefin\u2122\" to achieve carbon neutrality and reduce dependence on petroleum. These initiatives aim to support sustainable growth and strengthen industrial competitiveness.","jir_financial_highlights":"Consolidated Net Sales: 3,254,000 million yen (Up 5.9% compared to the previous period)\nConsolidated Net Income Forecast for FY2027: 160,000 million yen (Up 1.0% compared to the previous period)\nSales of Products Scheduled for Production Termination: Unknown (Unknown)","jir_category":"","jir_hashtags":"#AsahiKasei, #BusinessRestructuring, #JapanStocks","jir_key_figures":"Consolidated net sales: 3,254,000 million yen (announced on May 12, 2026)\nConsolidated net income forecast for FY2027: 160,000 million yen\nSales of guidance products business (fiscal year ending March 2026): 116,174 million yen","jir_meta_title":"[Asahi Kasei] Restructuring of Guidance Products Business and Production Termination\uff5cMay 2026","jir_meta_description":"Asahi Kasei announced the decision to partially restructure the guidance products business at Mizushima Plant, with plans to cease production by FY2026. 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