Yokohama Rubber Strengthens ESG Leadership with 22nd Consecutive FTSE4Good Inclusion

The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd. has once again reinforced its position among the world's leading sustainability-focused companies after being included in the FTSE4Good Index Series for the 22nd consecutive year.

The achievement reflects the Japanese tire manufacturer's continued commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance and responsible corporate management.

The company also maintained its place in two other prominent ESG benchmarks: the FTSE JPX Blossom Japan Index for the tenth consecutive year and the FTSE JPX Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index for the fifth straight year. Both indexes are widely recognized by institutional investors and are used by Japan's Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF) as part of its sustainable investment strategy.

The FTSE4Good Index Series, developed by FTSE Russell, evaluates companies based on internationally recognized ESG standards. Inclusion in the index signals that a company meets rigorous criteria related to environmental stewardship, social responsibility, human rights, corporate governance, and transparency, making it an important benchmark for sustainability-focused investors worldwide.

Yokohama Rubber said the recognition aligns with its long-term sustainability vision, "Caring for the Future," under which the company seeks to create shared value by addressing global social and environmental challenges through its products, technologies, and business operations. The strategy supports ongoing initiatives aimed at reducing environmental impact, strengthening responsible supply chains, and contributing to a more sustainable mobility industry.

As ESG considerations continue to shape investment decisions across global financial markets, Yokohama Rubber's consistent inclusion in internationally respected sustainability indexes further enhances its reputation among investors, customers, and business partners. The milestone also highlights the growing importance of sustainable practices within the global tire industry as manufacturers increasingly integrate environmental and social responsibility into their long-term growth strategies.