Notice Regarding the Determination of Matters Concerning the Acquisition of Treasury Stock for Class 2 Preferred Shares, the 2nd Series 6th Class Preferred Shares, and the 2nd Series 7th Class Preferred Shares (Acquisition of Treasury Stock Based on the Provisions of Article 459, Paragraph 1 of the Companies Act)

Overview of Treasury Stock Acquisition

Chiba Kogyo Bank, Ltd. resolved at the Board of Directors meeting held on March 25, 2026, to acquire treasury stock of Class 2 Preferred Shares, the 2nd Series 6th Class Preferred Shares, and the 2nd Series 7th Class Preferred Shares. The acquisition is scheduled to be carried out from July 1, 2026 to January 31, 2027, with maximum acquisition shares of 1,500,000 shares, 301,000 shares, and 4,723 shares respectively, and a total maximum acquisition amount approximately 14.69 billion yen. The acquisition consideration will be in cash, and the price will be determined considering the paid-in amount of each share and the accrued preferred dividends through the end of the relevant period.

Background of Capital Policy Due to Business Integration and Future Outlook

This treasury stock acquisition accompanies the establishment of a joint holding company with Chiba Bank, Ltd. (via a joint share transfer), with the effective date set for April 1, 2027, aiming to establish Chiba Financial Group, Inc. After acquisition, both banks plan to review capital support frameworks through the joint holding company and aim to maintain capital levels above 8%. Details on the timing of the acquisition will be disclosed as soon as decided.