【Ichiyoshi Securities】Stock Option Grant Decision｜July 2026

Overview of Capital Policy

Ichiyoshi Securities held a Board of Directors meeting on July 7, 2026, and, with approval from the 84th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders held on June 20, 2026, decided to grant stock options in the form of stock acquisition rights. The target includes 1,081 employees and executives, with a total of 4,881 units and 488,100 shares allocated. The exercise period runs from August 1, 2028, to March 31, 2030, and treasury stock will be used for exercises. The number of shares per unit is 100, and this will be adjusted in accordance with stock splits or consolidations.

Impact on Shareholders and Future Outlook

This stock option grant aims to boost employee and management morale and improve business performance. During the exercise period, issuing shares may increase capital stock and capital surplus, but specific amounts are unknown. Using treasury stock helps suppress dilution of shares while supporting the company's sustainable growth. Continued measures are expected to focus on improving performance and increasing corporate value.