ADEKA Group's performance in FY2007 was updated with record high earnings for the sixth consecutive term and went according to plan. However, we were significantly affected by external environmental changes such as the precipitous rises in the price of petroleum and the downturn in the US economy backed by the sub-prime loan problem, ending with the harsh result of showing a decrease in terms of profits.
Pursuing the "maximization of corporate value,"which is a theme of our Mid-Term Business Plan, the ADEKA Group will hereafter strive to further increase our growth potential and profitability while also aiming to be a company deemed to be necessary by our stakeholders.
Moreover, we aim for timely disclosures of information, including performance and financial information, and to improve and strengthen our internal control system. We also strive to raise the transparency and efficiency of management and to gain accountability and confidence from each and every one of our stakeholders.