Konica Minolta, Inc. has signed an agreement to acquire the remaining 49% stake in its subsidiary from Marubeni Corporation, making Konica Minolta QOL Solutions, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary. The move ends a capital partnership formed in 2022 aimed at advancing digital transformation in Japan’s nursing care sector, particularly in response to the country’s aging population. By bringing the subsidiary fully in-house, Konica Minolta gains complete strategic and operational control over its healthcare-focused digital solutions business, positioning the company to accelerate growth, streamline decision-making, and further integrate data-driven care technologies into its broader corporate strategy.