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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 as well as 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
09 Overview of Business Segments
14 Corporate Governance
19 Directors, Auditors and Executive Officers
20 Financial Section
68 Corporate Data
69 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.
The 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 regulations while fulfilling our civic obligations, including community
involvement and environmental conservation.