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    Iwato san

    Research Analyst at Nikkei Business

    Iwato san is an analyst at Nikkei Business, specializing in coverage of leading Japanese corporations across the financial, industrial, and technology sectors. He has built a strong track record for delivering insightful research and investment recommendations, consistently ranking among the top analysts in industry peer reviews, with above-market rates of accuracy and return on coverage. His career began at a major Japanese securities firm before he joined Nikkei Business in 2018, where he quickly advanced to become a senior analyst. Iwato san holds recognized industry credentials, including securities licenses administered by Japan's Financial Services Agency, and is noted for receiving internal awards for analytic excellence.

    Iwato san's questions to Sony Group (SONY) leadership

    Iwato san's questions to Sony Group (SONY) leadership • Q1 2025

    Question

    Iwato san from Nikkei Business asked about the expected timeline for seeing performance results from the partnerships with Bandai Namco and Kadokawa, and what specific changes can be expected from these collaborations now that investments have been made.

    Answer

    A Sony executive explained that the investment in Bandai Namco will allow for deeper and wider collaboration in areas like co-creating IP and leveraging Sony's technology in Bandai Namco's venues. While the timeline is difficult to specify, some 'low-hanging fruits' from IP community building could be achieved within a year, with the overall collaboration being regularly assessed for returns.

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