Kao Corporation (TOKYO:4452) has released its Integrated Report 2025, providing shareholders, investors, and stakeholders a comprehensive view into the company’s financial, strategic, and sustainability initiatives. The report is now available on Kao’s official website.
At the heart of the report is Kao’s mid-term business strategy, “K27”, which aims to make Kao an indispensable, value-driven presence in the lives of people worldwide. The company is executing this vision through its Global Sharp Top strategy, with a focus on agility, innovation, and deeper Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) management.
In FY2024, Kao exceeded its performance targets by:
- Strengthening ROIC discipline across business units
- Strategically investing in robust, scalable operations
- Activating agile “scrum teams” to foster speed and cross-functional innovation
- Leveraging scientific expertise to address global challenges
The Integrated Report 2025 outlines how Kao employees, through cross-functional collaboration and bold innovation, are creating new value for consumers and society. Central to this mission is Kao’s commitment to building a “Kirei World”—a cleaner, more sustainable world where all forms of life can live in harmony.
Report Highlights:
- Business Strategy: Updates on K27 and Global Sharp Top execution
- Financial Performance: ROIC gains and FY2024 results
- Sustainability Initiatives: Focus on decarbonization, resource circularity, and social equity
- Innovation in Science: Application of Kao’s R&D in hygiene, beauty, and health
- Stakeholder Engagement: Commitment to dialogue, transparency, and collaborative growth
Kao views the Integrated Report as a platform for open communication, aiming to deepen stakeholder understanding and build long-term trust. The company also invites ongoing feedback to further refine its practices and increase its positive impact on both society and the environment.
For more details, access the full Integrated Report 2025 on the Kao Corporation website:
👉 https://www.kao.com/global
