Notice Regarding Share Buyback (Buyback of Treasury Stock Based on the Provisions of Article 459, Paragraph 1 of the Companies Act)

Summary of Capital Policy

At the Board of Directors meeting held on April 27, 2026, Hitachi, Ltd. resolved to set a treasury stock acquisition limit pursuant to Article 459, Paragraph 1 of the Companies Act and Article 32 of the Articles of Incorporation. The target shares for acquisition are common shares with an upper limit of 160 million shares (3.56% of total outstanding shares) and a maximum total purchase price of 500 billion yen. The acquisition period is scheduled from April 28, 2026, to March 31, 2027, with market purchases planned on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

Impact on Shareholders and Future Outlook

This share buyback aims to enhance medium- to long-term corporate value, maintain stable dividends, and expand shareholder returns through agile treasury stock acquisitions. Depending on market conditions, partial or no purchases may be made. As of March 31, 2026, the total outstanding shares excluding treasury stock are approximately 4,499.76 million shares, with treasury stock holdings of approximately 35.79 million shares. Risk information related to future outlook is also disclosed, highlighting various risk factors including economic conditions, exchange rate fluctuations, and political and social situations.