*FTSE Russell (the trading name of FTSE International Limited and Frank Russell Company) confirms that Benesse Holdings Inc. has been independently assessed according to the FTSE4Good criteria, and has satisfied the requirements and become a constituent of FTSE4Good Index and FTSE Blossom Japan Index. Created by the global index provider FTSE Russell, the FTSE4Good Index Series is designed to measure the performance of companies demonstrating strong Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices. Also, FTSE Blossom Japan Index is specifically designed to assess the performance of Japanese companies demonstrating strong ESG practices using the globally established FTSE4Good Index Inclusion Rules. The FTSE4Good Indices are used by a wide variety of market participants to create and assess responsible investment funds and other products.
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