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Disclaimer Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
Statements in this annual report with respect to the current plans, estimates, strategy, and beliefs of SQUARE
ENIX HOLDINGS CO., LTD., and consolidated subsidiaries [collectively ”SQUARE ENIX HOLDINGS”] include both
historical facts and forward-looking statements concerning the future performance of SQUARE ENIX HOLDINGS.
Such information is based on management’s assumptions and beliefs in light of the information currently
available and, therefore, involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those anticipated
in these statements due to the influence of a number of important factors.
Such factors include but are not limited to: [1] general economic conditions in Japan and foreign countries,
in particular levels of consumer spending; [2] fluctuations in exchange rates, in particular the exchange rate of the
Japanese yen in relation to the U.S. dollar, the euro and others, which SQUARE ENIX HOLDINGS uses
extensively in its overseas business; [3] the continuous introduction of new products, and rapid technical
innovation in the digital entertainment industry; and [4] SQUARE ENIX HOLDINGS’s ability to continue developing
products and services accepted by consumers in the intensely competitive market, which is heavily influenced by
subjective and quickly changing consumer preferences.
CONTENTS
01 Financial Highlights
02 To Our Shareholders
08 Review of Operations
12 Corporate Governance
14 Directors, Auditors and Executive Officers
15 Financial Section
55 Corporate Data
57 Investor Information
Corporate Philosophy
To spread happiness across the globe by providing unforgettable experiences
This philosophy represents our company’s mission and the beliefs for which we stand.
Each of our customers has his or her own definition of happiness.
Square Enix Group provides high-quality content, services, and products to help those customers create their own wonderful,
unforgettable experiences, thereby allowing them to discover a happiness all their own.
Management Guidelines
These guidelines reflect the foundation of principles upon which our corporate philosophy stands, and serve as a standard of value
for the Group and its members. We shall strive to achieve our corporate goals while closely considering the following:
1. Professionalism
We shall exhibit a high degree of professionalism, ensuring optimum results in the workplace. We shall display initiative, make
continued efforts to further develop our expertise, and remain sincere and steadfast in the pursuit of our goals, while ultimately
aspiring to forge a corporate culture disciplined by the pride we hold in our work.
2. Creativity and Innovation
To attain and maintain new standards of value, there are questions we must ask ourselves: Is this creative? Is this innovative?
Mediocre dedication can only result in mediocre achievements. Simply being content with the status quo can only lead to a
collapse into oblivion. To prevent this from occurring and to avoid complacency, we must continue asking ourselves the
aforementioned questions.
3. Harmony
Everything in the world interacts to form a massive system. Nothing can stand alone.
Everything functions with an inevitable accord to reason. It is vital to gain a proper understanding of the constantly changing tides,
and to take advantage of these variations instead of struggling against them. We shall continue to work towards harmony and serve
as an integral part of this ever-fluctuating system.
In order to achieve ideal performance levels, we as individuals, shall aim for a mutual respect amongst our coworkers, remain
conscious of the duties assigned us, and place an emphasis on teamwork.
As a corporate organization, we shall work diligently to maintain an optimal balance culminating in the ultimate satisfaction of all
our stakeholders, including customers, shareholders, counterparties, and employees.
As a business entity, we shall contemplate what functions we are to perform within the realm of industry, while acting in a manner
that ensures the mutual harmony and benefit of all parties within it.
Finally, as a member of society, we shall comply with laws and regulation while fulfilling our civic obligations, including community
involvement and environmental conservation.