Notice Regarding Decision on Timing of Share Acquisition in Connection with Continuation of Performance-Linked Stock Compensation for Directors, etc.

Continuation of the Plan and Decision on Timing of Acquisition

Marui Group Co., Ltd. resolved at the Board of Directors meeting to allocate additional trust funds of 1,096 million yen and to conduct the share acquisition around November 30, 2026, in connection with the continuation of the performance-linked stock compensation plan introduced in 2016. The acquisition method will be from the company (disposition of treasury stock), and the trust period has been extended through amendments to the trust agreement. Detailed operational conditions of this trust are described in the previously published trust agreement included as reference materials.

Impact and Outlook

This decision relates to the continuation of a compensation plan designed to provide incentives to senior management. Its impact on shareholder value depends on the execution of funds for share acquisition through the trust and management of trust-related expenses. The trust agreement has been extended through the end of August 2029, and the additional trust funds and share acquisition will be carried out within that framework. The timing of acquisition is planned and may be changed to an appropriate date in light of laws and regulations.