TOKYO, May 15 (Pulse News Wire) – Unicharm Corporation (8113.T) announced plans to increase its stake in its subsidiary, UNICHARM PET DO BRASIL LTDA, through additional capital investment. As a result, the subsidiary's capital will exceed 10% of Unicharm’s total capital, qualifying it as a significant subsidiary.
Details of the planned capital increase include: - Current capital: ¥6 million Brazilian reais (approximately ¥19 million) - Additional investment: ¥744 million Brazilian reais (approximately ¥23.50 billion) - Post-investment capital: ¥745 million Brazilian reais (approximately ¥23.50 billion) The move aims to solidify Unicharm's presence in Brazil's pet market, which the company views as strategically important. The subsidiary, established on February 27, 2026, focuses on strategic planning and management of pet businesses in Brazil and neighboring countries.
Unicharm currently holds a significant share in the subsidiary, with an ownership ratio of 100% post-investment. Additionally, the company dispatches executives to the subsidiary and maintains human resource ties.
Looking ahead, Unicharm expects the impact on consolidated performance to be minor but will promptly disclose any further developments related to this transaction.
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