Notice Regarding the Status of Treasury Stock Acquisition (Acquisition of Treasury Stock Based on the Provision of Article 165, Paragraph 2 of the Companies Act)

Overview of Treasury Stock Acquisition

Obic Co., Ltd. has been conducting treasury stock acquisitions pursuant to a resolution by the Board of Directors on November 6, 2025, and in accordance with the provisions of Article 165, Paragraph 3 of the Companies Act. From January 1 to January 31, 2026, the Company acquired 2,270,000 shares of treasury stock through market purchases on the Tokyo Stock Exchange at a total acquisition cost of ¥10,831,362,700. The cumulative total as of January 31, 2026, stands at 5,202,000 shares with an acquisition cost of ¥25,450,168,700. The upper limit for acquirable shares is 6,000,000 shares, the upper limit for acquisition cost is ¥30,000,000,000, and the acquisition period runs from November 7, 2025, to March 31, 2026.

Impact on Shareholders and Future Outlook

This treasury stock acquisition is conducted with an upper limit corresponding to approximately 1.36% of the total number of outstanding shares (excluding treasury stock) and aims to enhance shareholder value. Acquisitions are being carried out gradually via market purchases and are expected to continue up to the established limits. Although specific funding usage and purposes are not disclosed, the acquisition is considered part of efforts to prevent share dilution and to return value to shareholders. Investors should monitor ongoing disclosures regarding the acquisition status.