Mobility Solutions Growth
Mobility Solutions reported an operating income before special items of JPY 41.0 billion, an increase of JPY 2.1 billion compared to the same period last year. This was driven by growth in solar cell encapsulation materials and the recovery in automotive applications. The terms of trade were also positive, reflecting exchange rate differences and a shift to high value-added products.
Improvement in Terms of Trade
Terms of trade improved by JPY 4.2 billion in Life & Healthcare Solutions, JPY 4.6 billion in Mobility Solutions, and JPY 4.4 billion in ICT Solutions due to price hikes, yen depreciation, and lower raw material prices.
Positive Free Cash Flow
For the full year 2023, cash flows from operating activities are expected to be positive JPY 130.0 billion, resulting in a positive free cash flow of JPY 24.0 billion.