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

Overview of Treasury Stock Acquisition

Takara Standard Co., Ltd. has been conducting treasury stock acquisitions pursuant to the resolution of the Board of Directors on May 8, 2025, and in accordance with Article 165, Paragraph 3 of the Companies Act. From December 1 to December 31, 2025, the company acquired 868,000 shares of treasury stock at a total cost of 2,404,360,000 yen through market purchases (including off-auction purchases). As of December 31, 2025, the cumulative number of shares acquired stands at 3,894,700 shares with an acquisition cost of 10,150,088,500 yen. The acquisition limit is 6,000,000 shares with a maximum acquisition cost of 11 billion yen, and the acquisition period runs from May 9, 2025, to February 20, 2026.

Impact on Shareholders and Future Outlook

This treasury stock acquisition is set with an upper limit of approximately 8.92% of the total number of issued shares (excluding treasury stock) and aims to enhance shareholder value. The acquisition method primarily involves market purchases; while detailed information regarding the use of funds and the purpose is not disclosed, the ongoing acquisitions are considered part of efforts to suppress share dilution and as a component of shareholder returns. The company plans to continue acquisitions within the period ending February 20, 2026.