Sharp Corporation Holds 'FY2026 Entrance Ceremony'

Sharp Corporation held its 'FY2026 Entrance Ceremony' today at its headquarters in Chuo-ku, Osaka. A total of 313 new employees participated. Following a congratulatory address by President and CEO Tetsuji Kawamura, two representatives of the new employees expressed their aspirations. Finally, Chairman Young Liu encouraged the new hires via a video message.

Under the corporate slogan 'Be Original. (Staying half a step ahead of people's wishes)', Sharp aims to create a new culture and accelerate company growth alongside its new colleagues.

**Entrance Ceremony Overview** 1. Date: April 1, 2026 (Wednesday) 10:30–10:55 2. Location: Sharp Headquarters (Chuo-ku, Osaka) 3. Number of Attendees: 313 total (including vocational college and graduate school graduates). - Sharp Corp: 170 (105 Technical, 65 Business) - Affiliates: 143 4. Executives Present: President & CEO Tetsuji Kawamura and 8 other executives. 5. CEO's Address (Key Points): - I am delighted to welcome you as you take your first step as professionals at Sharp. This is also my first official event as President. I have five points to share for your career here. - First: Sharp's DNA. 'Make products that others want to imitate.' Innovative products and technologies lead to social development. This remains unchanged under the new management. - Second: Management Philosophy and Creed. These represent our purpose. Please keep 'Sincerity and Creativity' in mind as you work. - Third: Corporate Slogan 'Be Original.' This is based on our mission to create new culture through unique products and services. I want you to explain this in your own words. - Fourth: Sharp's Direction. We will develop high-value-added products in existing businesses. For new businesses, we will grow EVs, AI data centers, robotics, and the space sector into new pillars. - Fifth: Message to everyone. Prioritize the customer's perspective, increase sensitivity to our products, practice 'Three Actuals' (Actual Place, Actual Thing, Actual Reality), stay curious about everything, and do not fear failure. Challenging yourself without fearing the result is vital. I look forward to your growth.

6. Chairman's Video Message (Summary): - You are the ones who will challenge new business fields and drive innovation. - Sharp has always created new value and demand for society. I sincerely respect this proud history. - Sharp is growing strongly now, and Hon Hai (Foxconn) will support Sharp's success with all its might. - Last year, Hon Hai's sales exceeded 40 trillion yen. We handle 4 out of every 10 electronic devices in the world and are the world's largest AI server provider. Let's grow together into a new era by sharing and cooperating.