【Nippon Steel Solutions】Completion of Share Buyback Disposal for Directors and Executive Officers | July 2026

Overview of Capital Policy

Based on the resolution by the Board of Directors on June 19, 2026, Nippon Steel Solutions implemented a disposal of treasury stock as restricted stock. The disposal was completed on July 17, 2026, with 11,936 common shares disposed. The disposal price was 3,173 JPY per share, totaling 37,872,928 JPY. The purpose of the disposal and detailed fund use have not been disclosed.

Impact on Shareholders and Investors, and Future Outlook

This share buyback disposal was conducted for the purpose of granting stock-based compensation and incentives to directors and executive officers, and does not directly dilute shareholders. Although the company's treasury stock holdings have changed following the completion, additional information regarding future capital policy and shareholder return strategies has not been disclosed. Investors should focus on upcoming management strategies and shareholder return policies.