Funding centered on own funds and safety-focused cash management
First written in FY2018. 5 of 8 entries say "Advanced", first in FY2022. Latest entry: FY2026.
11 other companies' latest entry also says "Advanced".
- FY2026AdvancedAnnual report
「Our group has identified growth investments in Medium-Term Management Plan 2028, formulated in 2025. The main components of funding needs over the 3 years through 2028 are expected to total approximately ¥160 billion, comprising approximately ¥120 billion in growth investments, including ¥100 billion for M&A and strategic investments in the content and IP fields and ¥20 billion for new cinema complex openings, capital investment in existing venues, and digital-related investment, and approximately ¥40 billion in real estate-related investments.」
While maintaining its policy of relying primarily on internal funds, the company specified investment needs of approximately ¥160 billion over 3 years and the use of borrowings and corporate bonds as necessary. - 2026-04-14AdvancedEarnings presentation
「During the 3 years of Medium-Term Management Plan 2028, in addition to operating cash flow, we will consider and implement financing through borrowings and bond issuances, as well as the sale of cross-shareholdings and owned real estate, and allocate the proceeds to growth investment and shareholder returns.」
The company specified that, in addition to operating cash flow, borrowings, bonds and sales of owned assets would be sources of funding for growth investment and shareholder returns. - FY2025AdvancedAnnual report
「Our group has identified growth investments in Medium-Term Management Plan 2028, formulated in 2025. The main components of funding needs over the 3 years through 2028 are expected to total approximately ¥160 billion, comprising approximately ¥120 billion in growth investments, including ¥100 billion for M&A and strategic investments in the content and IP fields and ¥20 billion for new cinema complex openings, capital investment in existing venues, and digital-related investment, and approximately ¥40 billion in real estate-related investments.」
While maintaining its policy of relying primarily on internal funds, the company indicated funding needs of approximately ¥120 billion for growth investments and ¥40 billion for real estate-related investments, totaling approximately ¥160 billion, and specified its policy of using borrowings, corporate bonds, and other sources of financing. - FY2025-Q1AdvancedAnnual report
「Cash flows from financing activities during the first quarter of the consolidated cumulative period included ¥20,000 million in proceeds from short-term borrowings. However, due mainly to ¥20,054 million in payments for the acquisition of treasury shares and ¥11,029 million in dividend payments, cash decreased by ¥11,879 million.」
While the company was considering borrowings for growth investments as it maintained its policy of relying primarily on internal funds, it recorded ¥20,000 million in proceeds from short-term borrowings. - FY2024ReframedAnnual report
「At the end of the consolidated fiscal year, our group had cash and cash equivalents of ¥82,424 million and interest-bearing debt, including lease obligations, of ¥4,487 million, maintaining substantial capacity to fund investments with internal funds. However, in order to make further growth investments, we will also consider financing through borrowings and corporate bonds.」
The company stated that, while maintaining its policy of relying primarily on internal funds, it will also consider financing through borrowings and corporate bonds for future growth investments. - FY2024-Q3RestatedAnnual report
「Investment amount: US$225 million Investment ratio: 25.0% Method of financing: use of internal funds」
The company specifically stated its policy of funding the investment in FIFTH SEASON and the tender offer for 東京楽天地 with internal funds. - FY2022AdvancedAnnual report
「At the end of the consolidated fiscal year, cash and cash equivalents stood at ¥92,341 million, compared with interest-bearing debt, including lease obligations, of ¥2,205 million, allowing us to maintain substantial capacity to fund investments with internal funds.」
The company provided specific financial figures supporting its policy of relying primarily on internal funds: cash and cash equivalents of ¥92,341 million, interest-bearing debt of ¥2,205 million, and an AA- credit rating. - FY2018First statedAnnual report
「As a general rule, our group finances its operations with internal funds. Temporary surplus funds are invested in highly secure financial assets, such as short-term loans under repurchase agreements. With regard to derivative transactions, our policy is not to engage in high-risk speculative transactions, and purchases of structured financial products incorporating derivatives are subject to thorough deliberation.」
The company stated its policy of financing primarily with internal funds, investing surplus funds in highly secure financial assets, and not engaging in speculative derivative transactions.