SMBC Group’s
Priority Issues (Materiality)

SMBC Group designated “Environment,” “DE&I / Human Rights,” “Poverty & Inequality,” “Declining Birthrate & Aging Population,” and “Japan’s Regrowth” as our priority issues. By addressing these priority issues, SMBC Group will strive to create social value and achieve a sustainable society.

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Sustainability at
SMBC Group

SMBC Group defines sustainability as “creating a society in which today’s generation can enjoy economic prosperity and well-being, and pass it on to future generations.” We aim to achieve a sustainable society through solving societal issues.
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Environment

As a global financial institution supplying the lifeblood of the economy, SMBC Group will support its clients' efforts towards transition and technological innovation for decarbonization, as well as towards achieving a nature-positive outcome.
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Society

As a corporate citizen, SMBC Group aims to create social value and focus on tackling key issues such as “DE&I / Human Rights,” “Poverty & Inequality,” “Declining Birthrate & Aging Population,” and “Japan’s Regrowth”, with the goal of realizing a sustainable society through solving societal issues.
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Governance

SMBC Group is working towards effective corporate governance as we consider the strengthening and enhancement of corporate governance to be one of our top priorities in realizing "Our Mission."
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