JA Mitsui to Book 18.9B Yen Loan Loss Reserve on First Brands

Oct. 31, 2025, 7:26 AM UTC

JA Mitsui Leasing recorded the loss due to the risk of uncollectible or delayed collection of accounts receivable at its Texas-based Katsumi unit, stemming from the bankruptcy filing by First Brands Group.

  • Cut FY net income forecast to ¥20.5 billion ($133 million) from ¥35.8 billion
  • Will book the allowance in the second quarter ended Sept. 30
  • JA Mitsui spokesman said the loan loss reserves were booked as “precaution,” and they do not mean actual losses, which will be determined pending court proceedings
  • Allowance may change depending on future developments
  • NOTE: JA Mitsui is a joint venture of Mitsui & Co. ...

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