Breakingviews - Suntory CEO's Departure Leaves Whisky Maker Adrift
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 03 2025
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Source: Reuters
CEO Resignation: Suntory Holdings' CEO Takeshi Niinami resigned amid a police investigation into his purchase of illegal supplements, which he claims he was unaware of, marking a challenging time for the company facing economic pressures.
Financial Struggles: Suntory reported a 36% drop in first-half earnings, attributed to inflation, U.S. tariffs, and currency fluctuations, while competitors experienced smaller declines, raising concerns about the company's performance under Niinami's leadership.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
