Persol (2181) IR Day 2026 presentation summary
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IR Day 2026 presentation summary
20 Jul, 2026Business positioning and growth strategy
Redefined business positioning to focus on market growth potential and competitive advantage in the AI era, emphasizing the frontline worker domain and leveraging synergies with Gojob and domestic businesses.
Targeted new domains with strong growth potential, especially frontline jobs facing persistent labor shortages and increasing workforce mobility due to AI.
Advanced AI model implementation and shifted toward higher value-added domains to drive high growth and profitability.
Career SBU strategy
Implemented an AI-driven placement business model to achieve 7-10% annual revenue growth and an adjusted EBITDA margin of 20% or more by FY2028.
Focused on high-income segment and side jobs/freelancers, aiming for over 10% CAGR in high-income placements and over 20% CAGR in HiPro.
Enhanced matching accuracy and productivity by integrating human expertise, proprietary data, and AI, with phased AI adoption through FY2028.
Technology SBU strategy
Shifted to a solution-driven business model, combining AI and physical expertise to deliver high value-added services.
Targeted 10% revenue CAGR and 10% adjusted EBITDA margin by FY2028, with further improvements by FY2030.
Expanded into new high-growth domains such as defense, aerospace, and semiconductors, leveraging established customer relationships.
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