Starzen Company Limited (8043) Stock Price

Starzen operates a diverse range of businesses centered on meat-related operations. Its main business segments include meat processing and manufacturing, ham and sausage production, meat sales, and livestock production and fattening. These operations are conducted by Starzen Co., Ltd. in coordination with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies.

In meat processing and manufacturing, subsidiaries such as Starzen Meat Processor Co., Ltd. and affiliated companies such as Prai Foods Co., Ltd. handle production, while Starzen procures and sells the finished products. Ham and sausage manufacturing is primarily handled by Romaiya Co., Ltd., which receives raw materials from Starzen for production and sales.

In meat sales, Starzen serves as the core operator, with subsidiaries such as Maruzens Co., Ltd. and affiliated companies such as Prai Foods Co., Ltd. conducting sales activities. Livestock production and fattening are managed by subsidiaries such as Unzen Ariake Farm Co., Ltd. and affiliated companies such as Prai Foods Co., Ltd.

In other business areas, Starzen Logistics Co., Ltd. operates freight transportation services, and Zenmi Foods Co., Ltd. manufactures seasonings and condiments. These operations support the meat-related business segments.

Starzen operates a diverse range of businesses centered on meat-related operations. Under its management philosophy of "creating inspiring food experiences that connect people worldwide to food," the company aims to provide stable supply of meat products and diverse offerings that meet varied customer needs, with meat wholesale as its core business.

In its medium-term management plan (April 1, 2023 – March 31, 2026), Starzen has set the theme of "restructuring revenue streams and sustainable business operations." The company is focused on building new revenue bases domestically and internationally, with particular emphasis on aggressive expansion of overseas operations and strengthened approaches to domestic growth markets.

As a specific growth strategy, Starzen is pursuing new business ventures. Internationally, the company is strengthening its supply capacity for Australian Wagyu, while domestically it is reinforcing the export foundation for Japanese Wagyu beef. These efforts aim to enhance competitiveness in global markets and diversify the revenue base.

In domestic business reform, Starzen is advancing product development aligned with consumer needs and improving logistics efficiency. Through digitalization and business process reform, the company is reorganizing its logistics network and implementing new logistics systems to enhance operational efficiency.

Strengthening sustainability management is also a key part of the strategy. Starzen is advancing initiatives toward achieving greenhouse gas reduction targets and has received SBT certification. This supports the realization of a sustainable society and enhancement of corporate value.

By 2026, the company plans to achieve net sales of 440 billion yen, ordinary income of 10 billion yen, and EBITDA of 12 billion yen. To achieve these targets, Starzen is investing approximately 40 billion yen, focusing on overseas business expansion, domestic business efficiency improvements, and development of high-value-added products.