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We report the litigation details and future outlook.","jir_summary":"### Overview of the Litigation Settlement\nThe class action lawsuit filed by the UK Competition Tribunal against our company and its subsidiary, Lauren Europe Group Limited (REG), has been concluded following the plaintiffs' withdrawal. The lawsuit was filed in December 2022, and the court approved the withdrawal in July 2026. As a result, minimal impact on our financial results is anticipated, and no changes to earnings guidance are planned.\n\n### Future Outlook and Impact\nThe financial impact of the litigation settlement is limited, with no expected changes to our business operations or earnings guidance. We will continue to rigorously manage legal risks to ensure smooth business activities. 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