Notice Regarding Share Buyback

Overview of Capital Policy

Nomura Research Institute acquired 13,828,700 shares of treasury stock (approximately 6.5 billion yen) in May 2026. The purpose of this acquisition is shareholder return and improvement of capital efficiency, conducted through market purchases on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The acquisition period was approximately two weeks from May 15 to May 31, 2026, and the share buyback is part of measures to prevent the dilution of shares.

Impact on Shareholders and Future Outlook

This share buyback reduces the number of issued shares, potentially enhancing shareholder value. The company will continue to pursue shareholder return strategies as part of its capital policy, aiming for stock price stability and corporate value enhancement. The cancellation of acquired shares is undecided, and further measures will be considered in response to market trends and business performance.