Marui Group Achieves Nine Consecutive Years of Excellence in ESG Index Rankings

Marui Group’s Remarkable ESG Achievements

Marui Group, headquartered in Nakano, Tokyo, has recently announced that it has been selected in all six ESG indices adopted by the Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF) for nine consecutive years. These indices are crucial for promoting sustainable investment practices in Japan. The indices include:

- FTSE Blossom Japan Index
- FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index
- MSCI Japan ESG Select Leaders Index
- MSCI Japan Women's Empowerment Index (WIN)
- S&P/JPX Carbon Efficient Index
- Morningstar Japan Equity Gender Diversity Tilt Index (excluding REITs)

Continuous Recognition in ESG Indices

This achievement marks a continuous recognition from 2017 to 2023, where the number of indices Marui Group has been selected for has increased year by year. From just three indices between 2017 and 2020, the count rose to four in 2021, five in 2022, and six in 2023.

Additionally, Marui Group has also been part of the FTSE4Good Index Series for nine years running. This series is well-recognized as a benchmark for sustainable investment and underscores the company's commitment to responsible business practices.

Engaging Stakeholders Through Information Disclosure

Marui Group aims to foster constructive dialogue with its stakeholders by providing adequate information disclosure. The company publishes an “ESG Data Book” and an “IMPACT BOOK” annually, which serve as foundational documents for these dialogues.

The ESG Data Book contains detailed performance data regarding the company’s sustainability efforts. In contrast, the IMPACT BOOK 2025 outlines the specific strategies and roadmaps for achieving its vision of an economy driven by passion—“an economy where what you love propels you.”

About Marui Group

Marui Group, known for its strong commitment to sustainability, is headquartered at 4-3-2 Nakano, Nakano-ku, Tokyo, 164-8701. The company, led by President Hiroshi Aoi, operates various subsidiaries, including Epos Card Co., Ltd., Marui Co., Ltd., and M&C System Co., Ltd. Marui Group encourages collaborative management and values stakeholder engagement, driving forward with a sustainability-centric approach in its core operations.

For more information about Marui Group, please visit their official website.

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Conclusion

With its ongoing achievements in the ESG indices and its dedication to transparent engagement with stakeholders, Marui Group sets a benchmark for companies striving for sustainability and responsible investment practices. Its strategic initiatives and comprehensive information disclosure are paving the way toward a sustainable future.
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