Improving business conditions, backed by increased capital expenditures in global markets Profit growth, backed by strong competitiveness in core products and mainstay businesses Substantial reduction of risky businesses Progress in debt reduction Relatively low operating profit margins outside mainstay businesses Potential concern over additional support to affiliate Renesas Technology Mitsubishi Electric Corp.'s business results continue to improve, backed by successful strategies to limit risks and a focus on solid businesses, such as capital investment-related equipment. Mitsubishi Electric has substantially reduced high-risk businesses such as semiconductors, large liquid crystal panels for TVs and PCs, and overseas mobile phone headsets, which have been less profitable or unprofitable since the IT bubble burst. In addition to large R&D and capital investments, these businesses
