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Particular emphasis is placed on strengthening competitiveness in pharmaceuticals and environmental solutions, with flexible capital policies and investment strategies. R&D investment is targeted at 35 billion yen, promoting the adoption of next-generation technologies utilizing AI and IoT. Furthermore, through M&A and business partnerships, the company seeks to expand globally and diversify its operations, demonstrating a commitment to achieving sustainable growth.","jir_financial_highlights":"Net Income for the Period: Unknown (Unknown)\nResearch and Development Expenses: 20.1 billion yen (Year-over-Year not specified)\nNet Sales: Unknown (Unknown)","jir_category":"","jir_hashtags":"#NipponSoda, #BusinessStrategy, #MediumTermManagementPlan, #SustainableGrowth","jir_key_figures":"Research and Development Expenses: 20.1 billion yen (FY2023)\nInvestment Amount: 35 billion yen (Target for FY2029)\nIncrease Rate of R&D Expenses: Not specified","jir_meta_title":"\u3010Nippon Soda\u3011Review of Medium-Term Management Plan and Future Outlook\uff5c2026","jir_meta_description":"A detailed review of Nippon Soda's medium-term management plan 'Sparkling with Science. Stage III' and growth strategies beyond 2030. 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