[SANKYO] Announcing Acquisition of Subsidiary Business | July 2026

Overview of Business Acquisition

SANKYO has decided to acquire the business of its subsidiary San Art, with an acquisition cost of 1.93 billion yen. The target for transfer includes software for performance control related to game machine development, planning and production of video content, and development and design of game machine parts. The acquisition is scheduled for July 31, 2026, and as of the fiscal year ending May 2025, sales amounted to 8,942 million yen with an operating income of 583 million yen. The purpose of the business acquisition is to respond to the increasing sophistication of video expression and to strengthen the development system.

Future Outlook and Corporate Strategy

This transaction qualifies as a corporate reorganization, and accounting treatment is expected to be the acquisition method. The amount of goodwill recognized is currently under review, but it is expected to have a minimal impact. Going forward, the company aims to strengthen its development capabilities and enhance competitiveness, striving for sustainable increases in corporate value. The impact on consolidated performance is expected to be limited, and additional information will be disclosed as necessary.