Research Philosophy
We specialize in small cap research
with a focus on identifying the next generation of growth companies
IRI's Role in the Ichiyoshi Group
IRI, as the research arm of the Ichiyoshi Group, conducts research and analysis on small- and mid-cap growth stocks and companies. This assists Ichiyoshi Securities Co., Ltd., its parent company, in enhancing its mainline business: financial instruments business under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act. IRI also plays an important role in promoting the management philosophy, objective and action guidelines of the group.
Research Philosophy
- IRI will contribute to the development of society and the growth of economy by providing investors with high-quality information based on high analytical capability of securities analysts and assisting small- and medium-cap companies in their growth at the same time.
- IRI, as a team of securities analysts with high expertise, will contribute to the development of the Ichiyoshi Securities group and eventually the financial and capital market.
- Entertaining the spirit of “Ichiyoshi Credo,” IRI and its analysts will conduct research and analysis in good faith with a feeling of curiosity, humbleness, earnestness and conviction.
The Ichiyoshi Group
- Management PhilosophyTo remain a firm of customers' trust and choice
- Management ObjectiveName-brand boutique house in the financial and securities industry
- Action GuidelinesGratitude, Integrity, Courage, Responsiveness, Continuity
Triangular Pyramid Management
Under this triangular pyramid management, 4 divisions (“Customer services,” “Products and Management,” “Research” and “Backup”) form their respective facets of the pyramid and support one another, thereby maximizing functions of each division/ subsidiary. Co-working between and among divisions and subsidiaries will further enhance synergistic process.
The synergistic process will help provide better services, better products and more useful information, thereby contributing to customers’ asset and business management.
