Toyota Motor Corporation announced on August 7, 2025, that it has significantly lowered its earnings forecast for fiscal year 2025. According to the new projection, net profit is expected to fall by 44.2% year-on-year to ¥2.66 trillion. The main cause is the additional tariffs reintroduced under the administration of former President Donald Trump, with an estimated annual impact of approximately ¥1.4 trillion.
Initially, Toyota assumed the tariff impact would only affect the months of April and May. However, after Japan–U.S. negotiations confirmed that additional tariffs would remain in place for the entire year, the projected impact was tripled. This led to a downward revision of earnings by ¥440 billion.
The U.S. market accounts for approximately 30% of Toyota’s total revenue. The increased cost burden from tariffs had a direct negative effect on the company’s earnings structure, and notably, the North American business recorded the only operating loss among global regions.
Toyota operates several manufacturing facilities in North America and has traditionally mitigated tariff risks through local production. However, tariffs imposed on imported parts have disrupted the entire supply chain. Moving forward, Toyota will need to increase its local procurement ratio and reconsider its component sourcing and investment allocation strategies.
Executive Vice President Takanori Azuma stated, “Despite a challenging environment, we will continue making strategic investments and minimize the negative impact through continuous improvement.” As a symbolic measure, the company announced plans to build a new plant in Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture. The new facility is expected to produce next-generation electric vehicles (EVs), marking a strategic response to ongoing shifts in the automotive industry.
The global auto market is rapidly shifting toward electric vehicles (EVs). Toyota continues to promote its “multi-pathway strategy,” balancing EVs, PHEVs, and HEVs. Despite the downward earnings revision, its decision to invest in a new domestic factory reflects its intention to strengthen R&D infrastructure in Japan and enhance flexibility in global production systems.
Following the announcement, Toyota shares saw temporary declines. However, analysts suggest that this is a short-term reaction and view the move as a long-term, strategic response to protect competitiveness. Toyota's emphasis on risk diversification and internalization is seen as a positive step for sustainable performance.
The new factory in Aichi Prefecture is expected to create new jobs and stimulate the local economy. With operations set to begin in the early 2030s, plans are underway to develop phased employment strategies, infrastructure collaboration with local governments, and talent development programs.
This case highlights how significantly tariffs and political risks can impact corporate earnings. For global firms like Toyota, striking a balance between geopolitical risk and economic rationality is becoming increasingly crucial. Toyota’s strategy of “domestic reinvestment and localized optimization” may serve as a model for other manufacturing industries in Japan.
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This article is based on official announcements and media sources as of August 7, 2025. The figures and views presented reflect the situation at the time of publication and may change depending on future market trends or corporate decisions. For the latest updates, please refer to the company’s official releases or trusted media outlets.
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