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Corrected the profit increase plan in the 2026 fiscal year's financial summary supplementary materials from JPY 900 million to JPY 800 million, and updated the link destination of the QR code as well.

Umios recorded net sales of ¥1,105.9 billion, operating profit of ¥31.1 billion, and net income of ¥22.1 billion for the fiscal year ending March 2026, an increase compared to the previous year. By segment, marine resources sales increased, while food distribution and processed foods segments saw sales growth but profit declines. The company plans to continue promoting sustainable business and...

Umios plans to increase the dividend for the fiscal year ending March 2026 to 28 yen per share, resulting in an annual dividend of 44.67 yen. The dividend post-stock split is also specified, maintaining a payout ratio above 30% and implementing a dividend increase reflecting record-high profits.

Operating profit was ¥31.2 billion (2.7% increase YoY), net income attributable to owners of the parent was ¥22.2 billion (4.7% decrease YoY), and an annual dividend of ¥45 is planned.

The Company has decided to make an additional contribution to the stock benefit trusts (BBT and J-ESOP), totaling approximately 2.2 billion yen. The contribution will be made on May 25, 2026, with the stock acquisition period ending on June 19.

Reclassification to an equity-method affiliate due to the transfer of 51% of shares in Umios Logistics. The transfer price is 4,890 million yen, and the number of shares held after the transfer decreases to 4,214 shares. The impact on future business results is expected to be minor.

Umios Corporation announced the expansion of the scope of the employee equity compensation trust (J-ESOP) to include certain managerial staff, strengthening the system aimed at medium- to long-term enhancement of corporate value.