Assessment from Outside the Company
ESG Ratings Agencies
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S&P/JPX Carbon Efficient Index
Ever since 2018, Daido Steel has been selected as one of the constituents of the S&P/JPX Carbon Efficiency Index.
The S&P/JPX Carbon Efficient Index measures the performance of companies in the Tokyo Stock Price Index (TOPIX), which reflects Japanese market trends, focusing on the level of environmental information disclosure and carbon efficiency (carbon emissions per unit of revenue). -
CDP
In February 2026, we were certified with an “A-” rating for climate change and water security.
The CDP is a global initiative that operates a global information disclosure system enabling investors, companies, nations, regions, and cities to manage their environmental impact. It aims to promote transparency and accountability by providing data on GHG emissions and climate change initiatives to organizations such as companies and cities. -
FTSE Blossom Japan
Sector Relative IndexEver since 2024, Daido Steel has been selected as one of the constituents of the FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index.
The FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index is an ESG-focused index provided by FTSE Russell. It comprises Japanese companies evaluated as demonstrating relatively strong environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance within their respective sectors.FTSE Russell (a registered trademark of FTSE International Limited and Frank Russell Company) hereby certifies that Daido Steel Co., Ltd. meets the requirements for inclusion in the FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index based on third-party research and has been selected as a constituent of this index. The FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index is widely used in the creation and evaluation of sustainable investment funds and financial instruments.
Selected as a constituent of the ESG Investment Index “FTSE Blossom Japan Sector Relative Index”
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MSCI
We received a score of “A” in the 2024 MSCI ESG Ratings.
The ESG Ratings by MSCI Inc., a global financial services company and index provider, analyzes the environmental, social, and governance initiatives and risk management capabilities of over 8,500 companies worldwide, assigning letter ratings on a seven-tier scale from the highest AAA to the lowest CCC.THE USE BY Daido Steel Co., Ltd. OFANY MSCI ESG RESEARCH LLC OR ITS AFFILIATES (“MSCI“) DATA, AND THE USE OF MSCI LOGOS, TRADEMARKS, SERVICE MARKS OR INDEX NAMES HEREIN, DO NOT CONSTITUTE A SPONSORSHIP, ENDORSEMENT, RECOMMENDATION, OR PROMOTION OF Daido Steel Co., Ltd. BY MSCI. MSCI SERVICES AND DATA ARE THE PROPERTY OF MSCI OR ITS INFORMATION PROVIDERS, AND ARE PROVIDED 'AS-IS' AND WITHOUT WARRANTY. MSCI NAMES AND LOGOS ARE TRADEMARKS OR SERVICE MARKS OF MSCI.
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MSCI Japan ESG Select Leaders Index
Ever since January 2024, Daido Steel has been selected as one of the constituents of the MSCI Japan ESG Select Leaders Index.
This index is constructed by selecting companies with outstanding ESG ratings from the constituents of the parent index (MSCI Japan IMI Index), aiming for approximately 50% of the stocks in each sector classification. -
MSCI Japan Empowering Women Index (WIN)
MSCI Japan Empowering Women Index (Select)We have been included among the MSCI Japan Empowering Women Index constituents (WIN & Select) since June 2024.
The MSCI Japan Empowering Women Index (WIN) comprises Japanese companies that demonstrate a commitment to promoting and maintaining an outstanding level of gender diversity within their workforce selected from each GICS®[1] Sector of the parent index.
The MSCI Japan Empowering Women Index (Select) includes Japanese companies that either have a commitment toward promoting greater gender diversity or have significantly increased investment on capital goods while maintaining sales growth and gender diversity.THE INCLUSION OF Daido Steel Co., Ltd. IN ANY MSCI INDEX, AND THE USE OF MSCI LOGOS, TRADEMARKS, SERVICE MARKS OR INDEX NAMES HEREIN, DO NOT CONSTITUTE A SPONSORSHIP, ENDORSEMENT OR PROMOTION OF Daido Steel Co., Ltd. BY MSCI OR ANY OF ITS AFFILIATES.
THE MSCI INDEXES ARE THE EXCLUSIVE PROPERTY OF MSCI. MSCI AND THE MSCI INDEX NAMES AND LOGOS ARE TRADEMARKS OR SERVICE MARKS OF MSCI OR ITS AFFILIATES. -
Morningstar Japan ex REIT Gender Diversity Tilt Index
Ever since March 2023, Daido Steel has been selected as one of the constituents of the Morningstar Japan ex REIT Gender Diversity Tilt Index.
Companies selected are those that have strong gender diversity policies embedded in their corporate culture and those evaluated as ensuring equal opportunities to employees irrespective of their gender. -
SOMPO Sustainability Index
Ever since 2023, Daido Steel has been selected as one of the constituents of the SOMPO Sustainability Index.
The SOMPO Sustainability Index comprises approximately 300 constituents recognized for excellent ESG (Environment, Society Governance) initiatives. The selected stocks form active indexes independently created by Sompo Asset Management Co., Ltd. based on ESG scores.
Website Evaluation
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Nikko IR’s All Listed Companies’ Website Quality Ranking
We were selected as one of the “best sites in the overall awards category” in the 2024 Corporate Website Quality Ranking of All Listed Companies conducted by Nikko Investor Relations Co., Ltd.
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Gomez IR Site Ranking 2024
We received the “Bronze Award” in the “Gomez IR Site Ranking 2024” selected by Broadband Security, Inc.
We received the Bronze Award in the “Gomez IR Site Ranking 2024.”
Public Institutions
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Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization 2025 (White 500)
We have been certified as a “Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization” for the eighth consecutive year in the Large Corporation category under the Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization Certification System implemented by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Nippon Kenko Kaigi. Additionally, we have been certified as a “Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization (White 500)” for the second consecutive year, a designation awarded to the top 500 corporations. This marks the sixth time our company has been certified as one of the White 500 corporations.
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Aichi Prefecture Family-Friendly Company
We have been registered as a Family-Friendly Company, certified by Aichi Prefecture as a company possessing systems and workplace environments enabling both men and women to balance work and family life.
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“Kurumin” Childcare Support Company
In 2022, we were certified as a Kurumin company under the Act on the Advancement of Measures to Support Raising the Children of the Next Generation. This is our third consecutive certification, following 2017 and 2019.
The “Kurumin” certification is a certification program supported by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare for companies’ efforts to improve employment environments, and certifies companies that formulate and implement appropriate action plans meeting specific standards and achieve their goals as “Childcare Support Companies.” -
Aichi Women's Brilliance Company
We have been certified by Aichi Prefecture as one of the Aichi Women’s Brilliance Companies. This certification program recognizes companies based in Aichi Prefecture that promote women’s advancement through various initiatives, including top management’s awareness statements, increased recruitment, expanded occupational fields, training, promotion to management positions, as well as promoting work-life balance and creating an environment where employees can work while raising children or providing care.
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Aichi Biodiversity Company Certification
In recognition of our initiatives contributing to biodiversity conservation, in 2022 we were certified as an “Aichi Biodiversity Certified Company” by Aichi Prefecture.
This certification program promotes corporate biodiversity conservation initiatives and aims to spread exemplary practices throughout the prefecture by recognizing companies implementing outstanding initiatives. -
2025 Aichi Environmental Awards
At the 2025 Aichi Environmental Awards, we received the Gold Award, the highest honor, for our “Contribution to a Sustainable Society through the Development of High-Performance Products, including the STARQⓇ electric arc furnace with rotating drives.”
Participation in various initiatives
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United Nations “Global Compact”
In July 2023, we signed the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), a global initiative proposed by the UN to achieve sustainable growth, and joined the “Global Compact Network Japan (GCNJ),” an organization responsible for implementing the UNGC’s philosophy and mission in Japan.
“We endorsed the UN Global Compact and joined the Global Compact Network Japan.”
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TCFD (Taskforce on Climate-related Financial Disclosures)
In November 2021, we announced our support for the TCFD recommendations. Committed to enhancing our information disclosure and reporting based on the TCFD recommendations, we will further strengthen our governance, clarify our strategy, and clearly communicate the risks and opportunities climate change presents to our business.
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TNFD (Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures)
In March 2025, we expressed our support for the recommendations of the Taskforce on Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD) and disclosed information regarding the impact of our activities on the natural environment and biodiversity. In the future, based on these recommendations, we will strengthen our governance and clarify our strategy to clearly communicate nature-related risks and opportunities, and work to enhance our information disclosure and reporting.
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World Steel Association “Sustainability Charter”
We have signed the World Steel Association's Sustainability Charter and have been selected as a member of the Sustainability Charter.
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Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry “GX League”
We are participating in the “GX League.” This was launched on a full scale in fiscal year 2023, with the aim of achieving a carbon-neutral society by 2050 and transforming the entire economic and social system for that goal, through collaboration between industry, government, and academia, led by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry.
Notice Regarding “Endorsement of the GX League Basic Concept”
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Japan Business Federation (Nippon Keidanren) “Here We Go 203030”
We support the “Here We Go 203030” initiative proposed by the Japan Business Federation (Nippon Keidanren).
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The Ministry of the Environment's “30 by 30 Alliance for Biodiversity”
We are participating in the “30 by 30 Alliance for Biodiversity,” which was established in September 2022 by 17 industry, government and private sector organizations, including the Ministry of the Environment.
Selected as One of the JPX-Nikkei Index 400 Constituents
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JPX-Nikkei Index 400
In August 2024, we were selected as one of the constituents of the “JPX-Nikkei Index 400”.
The “JPX-Nikkei Index 400” is a stock index composed of "companies with high appeal for investors," which meet various requirements of global investment standards, such as efficient use of capital and investor-focused management perspectives.Selected as one of the constituents of the “JPX Nikkei Index 400”