Notice Regarding Changes in Directors of Kyushu Financial Group, Inc. and Its Subsidiaries

Overview of Executive Changes

Kyushu Financial Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries (Higo Bank, Kagoshima Bank, Kyushu FG Securities, Kyushu Digital Solutions, Kyushu Mirai Creation, Kyushu Accounting Service) plan multiple resignations, promotions, and new appointments of directors effective April 1, 2026, and June 26, 2026. This includes the promotion of the President and Representative Director and Senior Managing Executive Director, as well as the appointment of new director candidates. Notably, at Kyushu FG, Mr. Shinichi Yamagata will be promoted to Senior Managing Executive Director, and Mr. Tadashi Fujita will be newly appointed as an Executive Officer. Multiple changes among directors and executive officers will also occur at subsidiaries.

Future Structure and Impact on Investors

These executive changes are expected to be formally approved at the 11th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for June 26, 2026, aiming to strengthen the management structure and promote next-generation leaders. Investors should monitor these developments carefully as they may influence management stability and future corporate strategy. Executive structures at subsidiaries have been finalized as of April 1, 2026, anticipating strengthened group-wide management collaboration.