Fuji Media Holdings, Inc.
Notice Regarding the Suspension of Treasury Stock Acquisition and the Decision on Matters Concerning Treasury Stock Acquisition and Treasury Stock Purchase through Off-Auction Own Share Repurchase Transactions (ToSTNeT-3)
Fuji Media Holdings, Inc. has expanded its treasury stock acquisition framework to 235 billion yen with an upper limit of 71 million shares and plans to conduct acquisitions from February 4 to March 31, 2026.
Key Figures
- Upper Limit of Treasury Stock Acquisition Shares: 71 million shares (34.37% of total issued shares)
- Upper Limit of Treasury Stock Acquisition Amount: 235 billion yen
- Number of Shares Acquired under Previous Treasury Stock Acquisition: 3,857,700 shares
- Acquisition Amount under Previous Treasury Stock Acquisition: 14,045,546,600 yen
- Total Issued Shares (Excluding Treasury Stock): 206,600,649 shares
AI要約
Overview of Capital Policy
The Company decided at the Board of Directors meeting held on November 10, 2025, to suspend the treasury stock acquisition (limit of 20 million shares and 50 billion yen) and newly approve a significantly expanded acquisition framework of 71 million shares and 235 billion yen. The acquisition period is scheduled from February 4 to March 31, 2026, and purchases will be conducted utilizing off-auction own share repurchase transactions (ToSTNeT-3). Under the previous framework, approximately 3.85 million shares worth over 14 billion yen have already been acquired.
Impact on Shareholders and Future Outlook
This treasury stock acquisition aims to improve ROE and sustainably enhance corporate value based on the Reform Action Plan, and will be implemented in consultation with major shareholders including Renova. The acquisition will be funded using internal resources and borrowings while maintaining financial soundness. The plan seeks to strengthen shareholder returns while mitigating impacts on share liquidity and market price. Additionally, the dividend policy is also being reviewed, with the annual dividend for fiscal year 2026 increased to 125 yen, reinforcing shareholder return measures.
