Kuraray Co., Ltd.
Notice Regarding the 100th Anniversary Commemorative Dividend
Kurare Co., Ltd. announces that to commemorate its 100th anniversary, the interim and year-end dividends for the fiscal year ending December 2026 will be 32 yen per share, consisting of an ordinary dividend of 27 yen plus a commemorative dividend of 5 yen. The annual dividend plan is 64 yen per share, including a 54 yen ordinary dividend and a 10 yen commemorative dividend.
Key Figures
- Interim Dividend Forecast: 32 yen (Ordinary Dividend 27 yen, Commemorative Dividend 5 yen)
- Year-End Dividend Forecast: 32 yen (Ordinary Dividend 27 yen, Commemorative Dividend 5 yen)
- Annual Dividend Forecast: 64 yen (Ordinary Dividend 54 yen, Commemorative Dividend 10 yen)
AI要約
Dividend Overview
Kurare Co., Ltd. announced its dividend forecast for the fiscal year ending December 2026 to commemorate its 100th anniversary on June 24, 2026. Both the interim and year-end dividends will be 32 yen per share, comprising the ordinary dividend of 27 yen plus a 5 yen commemorative dividend for the 100th anniversary. As a result, the annual dividend is expected to be 64 yen per share, including the ordinary dividend of 54 yen and the commemorative dividend of 10 yen. This represents an increase compared to the annual dividend forecast of 54 yen in the previous year due to the commemorative dividend portion.
Impact on Shareholders and Future Outlook
This commemorative dividend is positioned as a special increase to express gratitude to shareholders. While maintaining the ordinary dividend at the previous year’s level, the company is strengthening shareholder returns by implementing a special dividend on the milestone of its 100th anniversary. Going forward, dividend policy will continue to reflect business trends, but the commemorative dividend is a special measure limited to the fiscal year ending December 2026.
