Alleanza Holdings

Basic Information

Stock Code: 3546
Industry: Retail
Category Detail: Specialty Stores & Drugstores
Prefecture: Fukushima Prefecture
Establishment Year: September 2016
Listing Year: September 2016
Official Website: http://www.alleanza-hd.co.jp/index.html
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Overview

Alleanza Holdings is a holding company in the retail industry founded in 2016, operating as a leading player with home centers and pet shops mainly in the Tohoku, Tokai, and Chugoku-Shikoku regions.

Current Situation

Alleanza Holdings recorded consolidated sales of approximately 137.7 billion yen and ordinary income of approximately 3.7 billion yen in 2020, maintaining a stable financial base. Headquartered in Fukushima City, it owns multiple home center and pet shop subsidiaries such as Daiyu Eight, Time, Home Center Baro, and Amigo, achieving business diversification. In 2019, it merged management with Baro Holdings, advancing further operational efficiency and regional expansion as a consolidated subsidiary. In addition to home centers, it is expanding sales of pet and gardening products, with a wide-area store network from Tohoku to Chugoku-Shikoku, adopting a community-focused sales strategy. It places emphasis on sustainability and regional contributions, balancing stable growth with sustainable management. Moving forward, it plans to enhance market competitiveness through digitalization, e-commerce utilization, and strengthened response to regional needs. Competitors include DCM Holdings and Komeri, countering them with community focus as a weapon for business expansion. Investments in operational efficiency and new business development accompanying these will be key to future growth.

Trivia

Interesting Facts

In 2019, merged management with Baro Holdings, strengthening its position in the industry.
Also operates pet shop business, building a complex structure combined with home centers.
Expanding store network widely centered on Tohoku, Tokai, Chugoku, and Shikoku regions.
Established as a joint holding company of former Daiyu Eight and Rick Corporation.
Has a history of acquiring furniture retailer Hishiki as a subsidiary to expand home center business.
Store count exceeds approximately 100, providing community-focused services.
Representative Director Chairman and CEO is Shunsuke Asakura.
Despite establishment in 2016, group consolidated sales exceed 100 billion yen, with remarkable growth.
Advancing diversification in pet business such as pet hotels and grooming services.
Actively participates in regional events to strengthen ties with communities.
Capable of responding to wide consumer segments through diverse brand deployment.
Mid-tier leading retailer listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market.
Holds top-class share in home center business in Tohoku region.
Stable management base as a subsidiary of Baro Group.
Achieves wide-area and diversified business deployment through multiple subsidiaries.

Hidden Connections

Management integration with Baro Holdings has strengthened cooperation within the group.
Pet shop division strongly inherits the lineage of former Rick Corporation series.
Group relationship with Hishiki, advancing transition from furniture retail to home centers.
Store deployment in Chugoku-Shikoku regions has deeply built collaborations with local companies.
E-commerce sales strengthening is seen as utilizing Baro Group resources.
Product development responding to regional needs reflects autonomy of local subsidiaries.
Maintains good relations with local governments through regional economic support activities in Tohoku.
Expansion of environmentally considerate products links to group-wide sustainability strategy.

Future Outlook

Growth Drivers

Store network and product expansion responding to regional needs
Increased service demand from pet market growth
Integration promotion of digital channels and e-commerce
Expansion and awareness improvement of environmentally considerate products
Cost reductions through logistics efficiency
Customer base strengthening through community-focused management
Penetration of sustainable management strategies
Increased business digitalization and IT utilization
Strengthened collaboration with Baro Holdings
Growth and diversification of core subsidiaries' businesses

Strategic Goals

Expansion of nationwide home center and pet shop network
Achieve over 30% reduction in group-wide environmental burden
Realization of enhanced coexistence programs with regional communities
Secure over 20% e-commerce sales ratio
Double sales in pet-related services
Achieve 50% business efficiency improvement through digital technology introduction
Promotion of workforce diversity and workplace environment improvements
Double annual number of regional social contribution activities
Revenue diversification through new business development
Profit margin improvement through business integration effects

Business Segments

Home Center Business Support

Overview

BtoB business stably supplying diverse daily goods and materials to home center stores, responding to regional market needs.

Competitiveness

Wide-area store network and robust logistics network

Customers

Local Retail Stores
Construction Companies
Remodeling Contractors
Small Workshops
Gardening Businesses
Furniture Manufacturers
Equipment Contractors
Local Governments
Agricultural Businesses

Products

DIY Supplies Wholesale
Gardening Materials Supply
Building Materials
Housing Equipment Parts
Furniture Wholesale
Fixtures Leasing
Logistics Services

Pet Shop Business Support

Overview

Provides procurement support services for a wide range of live animals and supplies to pet shop operators.

Competitiveness

Community-focused and precise product supply tailored to customer needs

Customers

Pet Shop Operators
Animal Hospitals
Pet Supplies Wholesalers
Pet Care Service Providers

Products

Live Animal Distribution Management
Pet Supplies Wholesale
Grooming Goods
Pet-Related Logistics
Pet Care Supplies

Distribution and Logistics Services

Overview

Provides logistics services and system solutions supporting distribution within and outside the group.

Competitiveness

Efficient logistics network rooted in the region

Customers

Subsidiary Store Network
Local Retailers
Wholesalers

Products

Warehouse Management
Delivery Services
Inventory Management System Provision
Logistics Efficiency Support

Import Wholesale

Overview

Imports various products from overseas and sells to group and external retailers.

Competitiveness

Stable product procurement through multinational sourcing experience

Customers

Home Centers
Pet Shops
Retail Stores

Products

Household Goods Imports
Gardening Supplies Imports
Pet Supplies Imports

Regional Advertising and Promotion Support

Overview

Supports community-focused advertising, promotions, and event planning to boost foot traffic.

Competitiveness

Promotion specialized in regional markets

Customers

Subsidiary Stores
Local Businesses

Products

Advertising Production
Promotion Planning
Event Support

Store Operation Consulting

Overview

Supports efficient store creation through sharing and assistance with store operation know-how.

Competitiveness

Guidance from experienced industry specialist team

Customers

Subsidiary Stores
New Store Hopeful Companies

Products

Store Design Support
Merchandise Display Strategy
Personnel Training Programs

IT System Development and Maintenance

Overview

Develops and provides IT solutions for the retail industry to promote business efficiency.

Competitiveness

Customized responses from a store-floor perspective

Customers

Group Stores
External Retailers

Products

POS Systems
Customer Management
Sales Analysis Tools
Inventory Management Systems

Pet-Related Services Business

Overview

Provides diverse pet care services to support pet owners and pets' lives.

Competitiveness

Fine-tuned services in a community-focused deployment

Customers

Pet Owners
Pet Shop Operators

Products

Pet Hotels
Grooming Services
Health Consultations

Regional Distribution Business

Overview

Advances community-focused distribution support, contributing to local economic revitalization.

Competitiveness

Distribution strategy tailored to regional characteristics

Customers

Local Retail Stores
Agricultural Corporations
Regional Logistics Providers

Products

Food Distribution Support
Daily Necessities Supply
Regional Logistics Collaboration

Group Management Services

Overview

Implements management services to enhance group-wide operational efficiency and governance.

Competitiveness

High oversight capability as a holding company

Customers

Subsidiary Companies

Products

Financial Oversight
Management Strategy Planning
HR Management

Competitive Advantage

Strengths

Wide-area home center and pet shop business network
Strengthened corporate foundation through collaboration with Baro Holdings
Community-focused store deployment and high customer recognition
Stable revenue from diversified business structure
Robust logistics network
Strong operating structure with powerful subsidiary group
Experienced management team
Diverse product assortment in home center business
Expertise and service quality in pet-related business
High awareness of sustainable management
Utilization of multiple sales channels
Solid financial base
Flexible product deployment responding to regional needs
Effective management as a holding company
Organizational structure promoting employee expertise enhancement

Competitive Advantages

Extensive home center network across Tohoku, Tokai, and Chugoku-Shikoku regions
Scale benefits from consolidation with Baro Group
Complex business deployment combining home centers and pet shops
Store strategy and assortment responding to fine regional demands
High customer service capability in pet shop business
Rapid product supply via robust logistics system
Sales channel expansion combining diverse channels
Cost reductions and operational efficiency improvements from management integration
Marketing power closely tied to the area
Long-term business outlook supported by stable capital base
Product strategy reflecting segmented customer needs
Synergy effects from inter-organizational collaboration
Enhanced customer loyalty through community-focused events
Leadership in sustainability promotion within the industry
Strong linkage network among subsidiaries

Threats

Intensifying competition within the home center industry
Increasing competition from large retailers and e-commerce markets
Risk of fluctuations in consumer activity due to novel coronavirus, etc.
Decline in demand from regional economic stagnation or population decrease
Rising product costs from raw material price surges
Increased operational costs from strengthened regulations
Shift in sales channels due to changes in consumer purchasing behavior
Impact of natural disasters on store operations and logistics
Exchange rate risks on imports from overseas
Need to respond to strengthened environmental regulations
Supply chain disruption risks
Decline in store services due to labor shortages

Innovations

2023: Advancing management integration with Baro Group

Overview: Enhances collaboration with Baro Holdings to improve operational efficiency and consolidate operations.
Impact: Succeeded in cost reductions and business scale-up

2024: Digital Transformation Promotion

Overview: Introduces system renewal and digital marketing to strengthen integration of store operations and e-commerce.
Impact: Contributes to business efficiency and improved customer satisfaction

2022: Store Energy-Saving Renovations

Overview: Addresses environmental burden reduction in new and existing stores through LED lighting and high-efficiency air conditioning.
Impact: Achieved 10% reduction in annual CO2 emissions

2023: Pet Shop Business Service Expansion

Overview: Implemented advanced reservation systems for grooming services and pet hotels.
Impact: 15% increase in customer utilization rate

2024: Strengthened Regional Product Development

Overview: Advances development of DIY products and gardening supplies tailored to regional characteristics.
Impact: 20% increase in regional sales ratio

2021: Logistics Center Automation Introduction

Overview: Introduced robot transport systems to improve logistics efficiency and work environment.
Impact: 30% improvement in work efficiency

2023: Online Sales Strengthening

Overview: Enhanced e-commerce site functions and smartphone compatibility to improve customer convenience.
Impact: 25% increase in e-commerce sales

2024: Recycled Resources Utilization Promotion

Overview: Advances store waste recycling strengthening and expansion of environmentally considerate products.
Impact: Contributes to environmental burden reduction

Sustainability

Store energy-saving measures and LED lighting introduction
Operation of waste recycling programs
Participation in environmental education activities for local communities
Strengthened consideration for animal welfare in pet-related business
Establishment of sustainable product supply chains
Contributions to improving living environments through community focus
Promotion of workforce diversity and creation of comfortable workplaces
Resource reduction through business digitalization and efficiency
Transparent information disclosure accompanying strengthened ESG evaluations
Regular holding of community participation events
New store designs aiming for environmental burden reduction
Active proposals of environmentally considerate products to customers