2019_1q_omron_e

19/36 Cash-generating Growth Cycle and Restructuring

OMRON has successfully locked in growth by tapping into a virtual growth cycle. Specifically, we have improved our ability to generate profits by raising our GP margin. We then leveraged these profits to fund growth investments, which in turn is driving topline growth, primarily in IAB and HCB. We will remain focused on enhancing the growth cycle but, while continuing to generate cash, we will also be disciplined in restructuring our business portfolio. I will talk about individual initiatives on the following slides.