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The reasons the company gives
The company's own explanation, not something inferred from the numbers.Demand for internal-combustion-engine vehicles declined in Europe, and the deterioration in the business environment continued due to intensifying competition in the bearing industry and competition from Chinese and other Asian companies. In addition, discount rates rose as a result of higher market interest rates and other factors, reducing the present value of future cash flows.