One of the credos of Sumitomo’s Business Philosophy, passed down for 400 years, says: “Benefit for self and others, private and public interests are one and the same”. Sumitomo’s business activities must benefit not only Sumitomo’s own business, but also society and the nation.

In the preamble to the Corporate Mission Statement, SC Group sets out its corporate vision: “We aim to be a global organization that constantly stays a step ahead in dealing with change, creates new value, and contributes broadly to society”. The statement continues to describe the corporate mission, which is, “To achieve prosperity and realize dreams through sound business activities”, and the management style, which is, “To place prime importance on integrity and sound management with utmost respect for the individual”.