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Mugen Estate's Strategic Financing Initiative

Mugen Estate, based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, has announced a significant funding achievement through Positive Impact Finance offered by Ashikaga Bank, led by President Kazuyuki Shimizu. The company successfully secured 400 million yen, which is intended to bolster its core repurchase and resale operations, underscoring its commitment to sustainable practices in real estate.

Funding Overview

The agreement went into effect on August 29, 2025, with the loan set for a three-year term. All acquired funds will go directly towards operational capital. Mugen Estate's repurchase and resale business model is not only designed to breathe new life into used properties but is also environmentally oriented as it aims to utilize existing resources effectively. This sustainable approach aligns with the company’s goal to contribute to a greener society.

Emphasis on Sustainability

Mugen Estate is dedicated to sustainability management, adhering to the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD). The organization is actively engaged in constructing a workforce strategy that aligns with its business tactics while focusing on the ongoing revelation of pertinent information related to its impact on the environment and society. These efforts reflect the company's broader mission to influence positive change in societal and environmental issues.

Understanding Positive Impact Finance

Positive Impact Finance represents an innovative lending product that comprehensively assesses the multifaceted impacts of corporate activities on the environment, society, and economy. By conducting ‘impact assessments’, Mugen Estate works towards enhancing positive influences while mitigating negative effects. This initiative includes setting clear objectives—Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)—that are carefully monitored to ensure continuous progress in these crucial areas.

Ashikaga Bank oversees the assessment and monitoring of this financing's impact, securing objective validation from Japan Credit Rating Agency (JCR), ensuring an impartial viewpoint of its effectiveness. Furthermore, this framework has received a third-party opinion confirming its alignment with the United Nations Environment Programme – Finance Initiative (UNEP FI) and adherence to the