Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Revenue in H1 was just over JPY 2,200 billion, a decrease of 6.9% or 3.9% at constant exchange rates [11] - Core operating profit was JPY 639.2 billion, a year-on-year decrease of 11.2% at actual FX or 8.8% at constant rates [11] - Reported operating profit declined by 27.7% due to larger impairment losses this fiscal year [11] - Core EPS was JPY 279 and reported EPS was JPY 72, reflecting a 40% decline in reported net profit [11] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Growth on launch products grew 5.3% at constant exchange rates, representing over 50% of revenue [12] - ENTYVIO grew at 5.1% at constant rates, with a revision of full year forecast for NTDO to 6% at constant exchange rates [12][13] - TAKHZYRO grew steadily with 5.9% growth at constant rates [13] - Immunoglobulin and albumin are expected to grow at high single digits [15] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The U.S. market for ENTYVIO is seeing increased active pen patients, but revenue growth has been slightly below expectations [12][13] - The impact of Medicare Part D redesign is affecting several products in the U.S. [14] - The strength of the euro against the Brazilian real is impacting QDenga sales [16] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is entering a new business cycle with the Vyvanse generic impact mainly behind it, with potential launches for three new products [7] - The partnership with Innovent Biologics is expected to enhance the oncology pipeline significantly [8][34] - The company is focused on leveraging technology and AI to transform operations [7] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expects better growth rates for the full fiscal year despite H1 being impacted by loss of exclusivity [22] - The company is committed to maintaining cost discipline while investing for future growth [22] - Management acknowledges the challenges posed by foreign exchange fluctuations, particularly the euro's strength [20][68] Other Important Information - The company has revised its full year guidance for corporate profits and core EPS to reflect unfavorable changes in product mix and transaction FX dynamics [20] - The dividend outlook remains at JPY 200 per share for the full year [21] Q&A Session All Questions and Answers Question: Regarding the Innovent deal and R&D spending - Management emphasized commitment to investment in oncology while managing R&D expenses effectively, with a focus on achieving mid to long-term margins driven by top-line growth [64][66] Question: About the growth rate of ENTYVIO and competitive pressures - Management noted that ENTYVIO remains a market leader but faces intensified competition, particularly in Crohn's disease, impacting growth expectations [93][94] Question: On the gross margin trend and revised guidance - Management explained that the gross margin decline is primarily due to transaction effects and product mix changes, with expectations for lower gross margins in the second half [82][84] Question: About the Innovent partnership and data replicability - Management expressed confidence in the data from the Innovent partnership, noting significant due diligence was conducted to ensure data applicability in global trials [96]