CEO's Message

I am pleased to take this opportunity to introduce myself, I am Wataru Ogihara, President and CEO.

To express my heartfelt gratitude for your trust and support, I would like to focus on some aspects of our business philosophy which I believe are not only beneficial to our business but also, and more importantly, are mutually focused for our customers.

Our company operates under the corporate philosophy, ‘Towards Being the Best Asset Management Firm for Your Better Quality of Life’.

This philosophy essentially aims to focus on commitment to providing the highest quality performance and services to ensure the best interests of investors, while also striving to contribute to the realization of a wider sustainable society through our asset management business.

We value the spirit of continuous challenge under our brand slogan, ‘Be Active.’  This message embodies our two main desires: firstly, to energize society, companies, and individuals through investment; and secondly, to deliver the value and appeal of actively managed funds.

With ‘Be Active.’  at our core, and our Values of  ‘Integrity,’  ‘Agility,’  ‘Challenge,’  ‘Passion,’ and ‘Teamwork’ as our guiding principles, each of our employees is dedicated to realizing our philosophy with expertise and enthusiasm.

Moving forwards, we will continue to pursue what is essential for us to remain a trusted and chosen asset management company through all our dedicated employees united in this endeavor.

I sincerely appreciate your continued support for Sumitomo Mitsui DS Asset Management Company, Limited and look forward to engaging with you more.

April 2025

Wataru Ogihara
Representative Director,
President and CEO