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Kao and Preferred Networks Launch a Collaborative Project for Practical Applications of Sebum RNA Monitoring Technology

Kao Begins Phase Two of FURUSATO Environment Conservation Project in North Thailand

Kao Receives Highest Award, the Prime Minister's Prize, in the Reduce, Reuse, Recycle (3Rs) Promotion Merit Awards

Kao launches Fine Fiber Technology to create a layered, ultra-thin skin care product for the cosmetic industry

First-ever products to apply "Fine Fiber Technology" to be released by est in Japan and Asia

Kao Received 2019 Award for Excellence in Corporate Disclosure in the Cosmetics and Personal Care Industry from the Securities Analysts Association of Japan

Consolidated Financial Results for the Nine Months Ended September 30, 2019 [IFRS] (Jan. 1, 2019 - Sep. 30, 2019)

Launch of Curél face care in the UK and USA, strengthening the brand's global strategy

Kao's New Challenges for the Future: Accelerating Purposeful Business Commitment with ESG

Kao included in stock indices for ESG investing: MSCI Japan ESG Select Leaders Index and MSCI Japan Empowering Women Index (WIN)

Kao Named to the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for Sixth Consecutive Year

Kao Group's Pink Ribbon Campaign Raises Awareness for Early Detection of Breast Cancer

New proposals for effective & efficient skincare: SOFINA iP launches Double Serum System and a digital service for AI-based 24/7 beauty advice

Restaging the prestige brand est with a new high added value line

The prestige brand est releasing a high added value foundation est THE GLOWING CREAM MAKEUP

Consolidated Financial Results for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2019 [IFRS] (Jan. 1, 2019 - Jun. 30, 2019)

Launch of a new luxury Fragrance collection An evolutionary movement in the world of Perfumery

Kao included in stock indices for ESG investing: FTSE4Good Index Series and FTSE Blossom Japan Index

Kao's GHG reduction target approved by Science Based Targets initiative

Retirement of Treasury Shares