Key Facts
• Japan Display (JDI) announced voluntary retirement results on September 5, 2025.
• 1,483 domestic and 83 overseas employees applied, against a target of 1,500.
• Domestic workforce to reduce from 2,639 to approximately 1,000 by March 31, 2025.
• $95 billion special loss recorded for retirement costs, including $33 billion in Q1 FY2026.
• Annual personnel cost savings estimated at $135 billion.
• Measures include closing Mobara plant and consolidating production at Ishikawa Multi-Fab.
• JDI aims for consolidated operating profit by FY2027.
Summary
Japan Display (JDI) has announced the results of its voluntary retirement program, with 1,566 employees applying, including 1,483 from Japan. This will reduce the domestic workforce by over half, from 2,639 to approximately 1,000 by March 2025. The company will record a $95 billion special loss for retirement costs, with $33 billion already accounted for in Q1 FY2026. JDI expects to save $135 billion annually in personnel costs. Additional measures, such as closing the Mobara plant and consolidating production at Ishikawa Multi-Fab, aim to improve profitability. The company targets a return to consolidated operating profit by FY2027.
