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The Need for Standardized English Disclosure

In the age of globalization, effective communication with overseas investors has become essential for companies. With the rise of capital market internationalization, English disclosure is no longer the responsibility of just a few companies but rather a necessity within a broad range of practical areas. One World Link Inc. has recognized this need and has launched a new feature in its English IR support system, OWLBASE, aimed at providing companies with easy-to-use English disclosure templates.

OWLBASE: A Comprehensive Solution

Located in Tokyo, One World Link is spearheaded by its CEO, Minnie Omatsuzawa. The newly launched OWLBASE platform offers a series of standardized templates that are aligned with critical English disclosure formats such as quarterly and annual earnings reports, timely disclosures, and corporate governance-related documents.

Beyond simply offering templates in English, OWLBASE allows companies to download both Japanese and English versions for practical use in their disclosure documents. Additionally, it supports the establishment of a translation memory tailored to the needs of each company, enabling a robust environment for future projects.

Addressing Disclosure Challenges

Despite the push for more standardized English disclosure, many challenges remain in the investor relations (IR) space.

• - Many English documents suffer from poor translation, turning them into awkward literal translations that are not investor-friendly.
• - Companies often face tight deadlines and, as a result, lack adequate time for quality control.
• - Inconsistencies in terminology and expression across different documents can pose difficulties for investors looking for clarity and consistency.

In response to these challenges, OWLBASE aims to transform English disclosure into an ongoing operational standard rather than a one-off translation task.

Key Features of OWLBASE

1. Downloadable Templates for English Disclosures

• - The templates include formats for various disclosures such as full-year and quarterly earnings reports compliant with Japanese Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), IFRS, and US standards.
• - Companies can directly utilize these templates in their practices, making the process far more efficient.

2. Continuity and Quality Through Translation Memory

• - Templates can be registered into a customer-specific translation memory, leading to:

- Reusability for future projects
- Consistent terminology and expression
- Prevention of personnel-based discrepancies
- Ongoing improvements in document quality

This set-up enables companies to build up unique English expressions as intellectual assets, enhancing their overall capacity for effective communication.

Available Templates across Key Categories

• - Earnings Reports (Annual and Quarterly in Japanese GAAP, IFRS, and US standards, both consolidated and unconsolidated)
• - Timely Disclosure and Corporate Governance Reports (for listed companies)

- New stock issuance via public offering
- Issuance conditions for convertible bonds

• - Upcoming templates will include announcements for general meetings of shareholders, with continued expansion focusing on timely disclosures.

Outlook and Commitment

Minnie Omatsuzawa stated, "English disclosure is not just about translation; it is the very act of communicating a company's value and strategy to international stakeholders. For Japanese corporations to be accurately evaluated on the global stage, high-quality and consistent English disclosures are critical. OWLBASE provides the framework for companies to manage English as an asset, enabling a strong foundation for their global communications."

Going forward, One World Link plans to further enhance functions tailored for the needs of IR professionals and elevate the standards of Japanese corporate communications to a global level.

Conclusion

OWLBASE represents a significant step towards simplifying and standardizing English disclosures for companies, thereby fostering better engagement with international investors. As companies around the world strive to establish their footing in global markets, tools like OWLBASE will effectively support them in their mission to communicate transparently and consistently.

For additional information, visit One World Link or contact their press office via email at [email protected].