日本经济界巨震！三得利控股董事长兼CEO“闪辞”，涉嫌获取违法药物被警方调查

Core Viewpoint - Suntory Holdings Group's CEO and Chairman, Niinami Takeshi, resigned amid a police investigation related to suspected illegal substances, specifically a supplement containing THC, which is illegal in Japan [1][2]. Company Overview - Suntory Holdings was established in 1899 in Osaka, Japan, and has grown into a global food and beverage conglomerate with over 270 subsidiaries and more than 40,000 employees worldwide [2]. - The company offers a diverse range of products, including alcoholic beverages, non-alcoholic drinks, health foods, and operates in various sectors such as dining and floral businesses [2]. Leadership Changes - Niinami Takeshi had been in his role since 2014, previously serving as Chairman of Lawson and held positions at Mitsubishi Corporation [2]. - Following Niinami's resignation, the company announced that Nobuhiro Torii, a member of the founding family, will assume the presidency in March 2025, marking a return of the founding family to leadership after nearly a decade [2]. Economic Influence - Niinami was a prominent figure in Japan's economic landscape, serving as the chairman of the Japan Association of Corporate Executives and as a senior economic advisor to the Prime Minister's office [2][3]. - He publicly addressed significant economic issues, including advocating for interest rate hikes by the Bank of Japan to combat yen depreciation and rising import prices [3][4]. Market Trends - Niinami noted a decline in consumer confidence, leading to a shift towards budget products over premium items, which could prompt companies to focus on markets in India and Indonesia [4]. - He warned that U.S. tariff measures could negatively impact Japan's GDP by 1% to 1.2% [4].