FAST RE-DRS-NEW(06288) - 2023 - 年度业绩

Employee and Store Information - As of August 31, 2023, the total number of employees in the group is 59,871, an increase of 2,295 from the previous fiscal year[3] - The total number of UNIQLO stores worldwide as of August 31, 2023, is 3,578, with a net increase of 220 stores during the year[2] - The number of UNIQLO stores in Japan decreased to 800, down from 809, while overseas stores increased to 1,634, up from 1,536[2] - The number of stores in Greater China reached 1,031, with China alone accounting for 925 stores[2] - The total number of GU stores globally is 463, with a net increase of 38 stores[2] - The company has a total of 1,707 employees, reflecting an increase of 9 from the previous year[4] Shareholder and Stock Information - The major shareholders hold the following percentages: The Master Trust Bank of Japan, Ltd. at 21.85%, and Tadashi Yanai at 19.48%[6] - The total issued shares amount to 318,220,968, with 18,552 shareholders as of August 31, 2023[5] - The company reported a total of 900,000,000 authorized shares[5] - The company executed a 1:3 stock split effective March 1, 2023, adjusting the number of stock options accordingly[14] - The company plans to split its common stock at a ratio of 1:3, effective March 1, 2023[16] - As of August 31, 2023, the number of common shares outstanding is 11,552,700 shares[103] Financial Performance - The total comprehensive income for the year ended August 31, 2023, was ¥296,229 million[32] - The retained earnings as of August 31, 2023, amounted to ¥1,498,348 million, reflecting an increase from the previous year[32] - The company reported a net profit of ¥296,229 million for the year, with a total comprehensive income of ¥443,916 million[32] - Total revenue for the fiscal year reached 2,766,557 million yen, with UNIQLO contributing 84.1% of total revenue[62] - Revenue breakdown by region: Japan 890,427 million yen (32.2%), Greater China 620,232 million yen (22.4%), North America 163,996 million yen (5.9%), and Europe 203,065 million yen (7.3%)[62] - The company reported a significant increase in regular income from 208,221 million yen to 295,957 million yen year-over-year[90] - Net income for the year increased from ¥258,203 million in 2022 to ¥209,145 million in 2023, representing a decrease of about 19%[92] Audit and Compliance - The independent auditor's fee for the fiscal year ending August 31, 2023, is set at 251 million yen[10] - The independent auditor selected is Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu LLC, based on established evaluation and selection criteria[12] - The audit report confirms that the business report and supplementary schedules adequately present the company's situation according to applicable laws and regulations[113] - The audit committee has ensured that the independent auditors have established a system to ensure their responsibilities are fully met[112] - The audit report indicates that there are no conflicts of interest that need to be disclosed under the Japanese Certified Public Accountants Act[112] Risk Management and Internal Controls - A strict internal control system is established to ensure compliance with group policies and regulations, covering the entire group[18] - The company regularly analyzes risks that could lead to financial losses or damage to brand reputation, implementing measures to manage these risks[22] - The company has established a framework for reporting illegal or non-compliant matters to maintain compliance and ethical standards[26] - The company has appointed external directors to enhance the fairness and transparency of senior management decisions[19] - The company has established a hotline for employees to report illegal actions or violations, ensuring a mechanism for internal reporting[20] Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility - The company aims to become the global number one brand by focusing on customer-centric products, accelerating global store openings, and integrating physical and e-commerce shopping experiences[17] - The company is committed to addressing various environmental and social issues while enhancing business expansion and sustainable development[17] - The Sustainability Committee convened 4 times in 2023 to determine the overall policy direction for corporate sustainability, including environmental and social responsibility[29] Financial Assets and Liabilities - The company's total financial assets as of August 31, 2023, amounted to 510,184 million yen, with a fair value of 507,887 million yen[84] - The total financial liabilities were recorded at 239,686 million yen, with a fair value of 236,826 million yen[85] - Deferred tax assets amount to ¥38,208 million, while deferred tax liabilities amount to ¥67,039 million[74] - The group recognizes financial liabilities at fair value on initial recognition, with subsequent measurement based on amortized cost or fair value[40] Stock Options and Employee Compensation - A total of 7,987 stock options have been issued to the company's executive directors, corresponding to 23,961 shares, with 37 holders[15] - The company has provisions for alternative payments related to stock options, although no specific details were provided[15] - The company has established provisions for employee bonuses, which are accrued as of the settlement date[97] Meetings and Governance - Monthly board meetings are held to ensure effective execution of duties by directors, with special meetings convened as necessary[23] - The Human Resources Committee held 5 meetings in 2023 to discuss significant organizational changes and personnel system revisions[29] - The Nomination and Compensation Advisory Committee met 2 times in 2023 to discuss director and auditor nomination policies[30]