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Published Jul 16, 2026 12:47 AM ・ Updated Jul 15, 2026 6:07 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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⚡ Key Points

Fujikura Ltd.
has been upgraded by the Rating and Investment Information Center (R&I), with its issuer rating raised from 'A (Stable)' to 'A+ (Stable)' and its bond rating from 'A' to 'A+'.
This reflects recognition of strengthened financial foundations and improved profitability.

Fujikura Ltd. has been upgraded by the Rating and Investment Information Center (R&I), with its issuer rating raised from 'A (Stable)' to 'A+ (Stable)' and its bond rating from 'A' to 'A+'. This reflects recognition of strengthened financial foundations and improved profitability.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000197.000056990.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Jul 16, 2026

Fujikura Ltd. (President and CEO: Naoki Okada) has been upgraded by the Rating and Investment Information Center (hereinafter 'R&I'), with its issuer rating raised from 'A (Stable)' to 'A+ (Stable)' and its bond rating from 'A' to 'A+'. The company views this upgrade as recognition of its ongoing efforts to strengthen its financial foundation and enhance profitability.

1. Rated Entities and Ratings

Rating Agency

Category

Rating

Remarks

R&I

Issuer Rating

A+ (Stable)

Upgraded from A (Stable)

"

Bond Rating

A+

Upgraded from A

"

CP Rating

a-1

No change

2. Rating Announcement Date

July 15, 2026

3. Reasons for Rating Change

For detailed reasons regarding the rating change, please refer to R&I's official website (https://www.r-i.co.jp/rating/index.html).

Fujikura will continue, under its 2028 Medium-Term Management Plan, to maintain an equity ratio of 50% from a financial soundness perspective, while dynamically implementing additional strategic and growth investments and shareholder returns to further improve capital efficiency.

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Announced　Jul 16, 2026 12:47 AM — Distributor PR TIMES
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FAQ

When was Fujikura's rating upgraded to A+?

The upgrade was announced by R&I on July 15, 2026.

What were the main reasons for the rating upgrade?

Strengthened financial foundation and improved profitability were positively evaluated.

What is Fujikura's future financial target?

Maintaining a 50% equity ratio while enhancing capital efficiency.

Was the CP rating changed?

No, the CP rating remains unchanged at 'a-1'.

Where can I find detailed rating information?

Visit R&I's official website: https://www.r-i.co.jp/rating/index.html

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