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Asahi Kasei Wins 2025 Best IR Award from JIRA

Key highlights
  • Asahi Kasei received the Best IR Award from JIRA in 2025, marking its third win.
  • The company last won the award in 2008, 17 years ago.
  • 371 companies applied for the 2025 IR Awards, with 13 selected for various honors.
  • Asahi Kasei operates in Healthcare, Homes, and Material sectors.

Award Recognition

Asahi Kasei has been awarded the Best IR Award in the 2025 IR Awards by the Japan Investor Relations Association (JIRA). This marks the third time the company has received this accolade, with previous wins in 2004 and 2008.

Selection Criteria

The award recognizes companies highly regarded in the investment community for their IR activities. Asahi Kasei was selected for its proactive approach to investor relations, including increased dialogue with investors and enhanced financial disclosures.

IR Activities

Key initiatives included structuring the Integrated Report to address investor concerns and holding an Intangible Assets Briefing in December 2024. This briefing highlighted the strategic use of patents and intangible assets across business sectors.

Business Sectors

Asahi Kasei operates in three sectors: Healthcare, Homes, and Material. The company emphasizes integrating technologies, know-how, and human resources to create value across these sectors.