Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd.

2026/08/11 Updated
Market Cap: $73.1B (¥11.6T)
Stock Price: $39.54 (¥6,286)
Exchange Rate: 1 USD = ¥158.98

Completion of Share Buyback and Implementation of Capital Policy | July 2026

Shin-Etsu Chemical announced that it completed a share buyback of 34,672,400 shares (1.86%) for a total of approximately 197.2 billion yen on July 29, 2026. This was conducted as part of its capital policy aimed at shareholder returns.

Importance:
Page Updated: July 30, 2026
IR Disclosure Date: July 30, 2026

Key Figures

  • Number of shares repurchased: 34,672,400 shares (1.86%)
  • Total purchase amount: 197,285,956,000 yen
  • Date of acquisition: July 30, 2026

AI要約

Overview of Capital Policy

Shin-Etsu Chemical prioritized financial discipline and executed a share buyback as part of its shareholder return strategy. On July 29, 2026, through ToSTNeT-3 of the Tokyo Stock Exchange, it repurchased 34,672,400 shares (1.86% of issued shares) for approximately 197.2 billion yen, completing the purchase. This marks the conclusion of the share buyback plan approved by the Board of Directors in April 2026, aiming to enhance shareholder value as part of its capital policy.

Impact on Shareholders and Future Outlook

This share buyback reduces share dilution and strengthens shareholder returns. It is a measure to improve capital efficiency and stabilize the stock price. Going forward, the company intends to maintain financial health while maximizing shareholder value. Details on future capital policies and shareholder return measures will continue to be provided.

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