Yakult's Growth Runway Overseas Outweighs Near-Term Headwinds

Research and development in probiotics, primarily in beverage products and pharmaceuticals, has laid the foundation for Yakult. Its flagship products are probiotic drinks marketed under the namesake brand in 40 countries across four continents, make up an estimated 80% of group sales and 90% of profits. Expanding the international footprint and enhancing domestic profitability through premiumization are the two pillars of Yakult’s growth strategy under its new midterm plan to 2030.