Bridgestone Corporation
Notice Regarding the Resolution on Matters Concerning Share Buyback and Cancellation of Treasury Stock (Share Buyback Based on Provisions of Article 165, Paragraph 2 of the Companies Act and Cancellation of Treasury Stock Based on Provisions of Article 178 of the Companies Act)
Share buyback upper limit of 60 million shares, maximum acquisition value of 150 billion yen, acquisition period from February 17, 2026 to August 31, 2026, scheduled cancellation date September 18, 2026.
Key Figures
- Total Number of Shares to be Acquired: 60 million shares (upper limit)
- Total Acquisition Amount: 150 billion yen (upper limit)
- Acquisition Period: February 17, 2026 to August 31, 2026
AI要約
Overview of Capital Policy
Bridgestone Corporation has resolved to acquire and cancel treasury stock with the aim of enhancing corporate value and achieving an optimal capital structure. The acquisition target is the Company's common stock, with an upper limit of 60 million shares and a maximum acquisition amount of 150 billion yen. The acquisition period is from February 17, 2026, to August 31, 2026, with purchases made on the market. All acquired treasury stock is scheduled to be cancelled on September 18, 2026.
Impact on Shareholders and Shareholding Status
As of January 31, 2026, the total number of issued shares excluding treasury stock is 1,276,571,421 shares, and the number of treasury shares is 57,465,621 shares. The current acquisition upper limit corresponds to approximately 4.7% of the total issued shares, and capital efficiency is expected to improve through cancellation after acquisition. This capital policy measure aims to enhance shareholder value, serving as a means to suppress dilution and return value to shareholders.
