Kuraray Co., Ltd.
Notice Regarding the Decision on Matters Concerning Treasury Stock Acquisition (Acquisition of Treasury Stock Based on Provisions of Article 165, Paragraph 2 of the Companies Act)
Kuraray Co., Ltd. will acquire up to 8,000,000 shares of treasury stock (2.61% of total issued shares) through market purchases up to 10 billion yen, from February 12, 2026, to May 31, 2026. All acquired shares will be cancelled.
Key Figures
- Maximum Number of Shares to be Acquired: 8,000,000 shares (2.61% of total issued shares)
- Maximum Purchase Price: 10 billion yen
- Acquisition Period: February 12, 2026 – May 31, 2026
AI要約
Overview of Capital Policy
Kuraray Co., Ltd. aims to maintain a total shareholder return ratio of 50% or higher based on net income attributable to owners of the parent, maintain or increase dividends per share, and continuously implement treasury stock acquisitions as part of its shareholder return policy. At the board meeting on February 10, 2026, the company resolved to acquire up to 8,000,000 shares of common stock (2.61% of total issued shares) and up to 10 billion yen in treasury stock acquisition pursuant to Article 165, Paragraph 3 of the Companies Act. The acquisition method will be market purchases, and the acquisition period will be from February 12, 2026, to May 31, 2026.
Impact on Shareholders and Future Outlook
All acquired treasury shares are scheduled to be cancelled, and the number of shares cancelled and timing will be notified as soon as decided. This aims to improve capital efficiency and reduce capital costs, advancing business portfolio refinement and strengthening financial management. As of December 31, 2025, treasury stock holdings stand at 924,408 shares. This acquisition will be continuously implemented as part of shareholder returns.
