Asahi Kasei Corp ADR

Business Description

Founded in 1931 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, Asahi Kasei Corporation is a diversified company operating across three broad areas: materials, homes, and healthcare. Its materials business covers a wide range of industrial and consumer products, including battery components, electronic circuit materials, specialty membranes, synthetic fibers, food wrap and storage products, and packaging solutions. Through its homes division, the company offers residential construction and remodeling services, including prefabricated homes, apartment buildings, and building materials. Its healthcare arm develops and supplies prescription medications, medical devices, diagnostic tools, and treatments related to kidney care, orthopedics, and critical care.