Nippon Life is reportedly considering additional acquisitions in the nursing-care business, while Dai-ichi Life Group is exploring an expansion of its employee benefits service partnerships. The article highlights comments from the executives responsible for the two companies’ businesses on their strategies going forward.
Nippon Life Insurance Company, a major life insurer, has indicated a policy of targeting additional M&A in the nursing-care business. Executive Officer Masuyama Naoshi (増山 尚志) said the company intends to address regional issues under the framework of its medium-term management plan from fiscal 2027 onward.
Dai-ichi Life Group indicated a policy of seeking partners as it aims to become a platform provider for employee benefits services. An interview with the executive responsible for the business discussed the direction of its strategy going forward.
Nippon Life disclosed plans to launch a demonstration project in Kitakyushu to enter the market for supporting the recruitment of nursing-care personnel. Chairman Shimizu also stated that Nippon Life’s investment in Nichii exceeded ¥30 billion.