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Forward-Looking Statements
Statements made in this annual report with respect to Mazda’s plans, strategies, and future
performance are forward-looking statements based on management’s assumptions and
beliefs in the light of information currently available, and involve risks and uncertainties. Poten-
tial risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: sudden changes in general economic
conditions in Mazda’s markets and operating environment; exchange rates; the ability of Mazda
and its subsidiaries to develop and introduce products that incorporate new technology in a
timely manner and to manufacture them in a cost-effective way; and fluctuations in stock mar-
kets. Accordingly, actual results could differ materially from those contained in any forward-
looking statements.
Note on Model Names
Unless otherwise stated, model names appearing in this annual report are those generally used
in international markets. In some cases, names used in the domestic market differ: Mazda2
(in Japan: Mazda Demio), Mazda3 (Mazda Axela), Mazda5 (Mazda Premacy), Mazda6 (Mazda
Atenza), Mazda MX-5 (Mazda Roadster).
Foundations Underpinning
Sustainable Growth
21 Long-Term Vision for Technology Development
23 SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY
24 Safety Technologies
25 Monotsukuri Innovation
26 Mazda CSR
27 Business Management System
Corporate Data
3 4 Financial Highlights
35 Eleven-Year Summary of Consolidated
Financial Statements
36 Management Review and Analysis
42 Consolidated Financial Statements and Notes
62 Stock Information / Corporate Data
63 History of Mazda
Growth Strategy
10 SPECIAL FEATURE: Structural Reform Stage 2
Review of Operations
14 Review by Market
Japan
North America
Europe
China
Other Markets
18 Global Network
20 Major Product Lineup
Message from Management
04 Message from President and CEO:
To Shareholders and Investors
08 Interview with the Executive Vice President
Contents
Mazda Annual Report 2015
Message from Management
Growth Strategy
Review of Operations
Foundations Underpinning
Sustainable Growth
Corporate Data
Introduction