SBI Holdings, Inc.
Announcement of Basic Agreement on Acquisition of Shares of Star Music Entertainment Inc. (Subsidiarization)
SBI Holdings aims to make Star Music Entertainment a subsidiary by acquiring 710,000 shares (66.98% voting rights) held by Ridge-i Inc. The contract signing is scheduled for May 15, 2026, with the acquisition execution planned for July 22, 2026.
Key Figures
- Number of shares to be acquired: 710,000 shares (66.98% voting rights ownership)
- Star Music sales: 1,966 million JPY (Fiscal Year ending March 2025)
- Star Music operating income: 186 million JPY (Fiscal Year ending March 2025)
AI要約
Overview of the M&A
SBI Holdings, Inc. signed a basic agreement on March 30, 2026, to acquire 710,000 shares (66.98% voting rights) of its consolidated subsidiary Star Music Entertainment Inc., currently held by Ridge-i Inc., and make it a subsidiary. The acquisition price will be determined through future discussions. The contract signing is scheduled for May 15, 2026, and the share acquisition execution is planned for July 22, 2026. Star Music operates in the music business and social media marketing business, with sales of 1,966 million JPY and operating income of 186 million JPY for the fiscal year ending March 2025.
Impact on Shareholders and Future Outlook
With this share acquisition, Star Music will become a consolidated subsidiary of SBI Holdings, expected to create business synergies within the group, efficiently utilize management resources, and enhance competitiveness. As the acquisition price and execution date will be determined through future negotiations, they remain undecided, and there is a possibility that the contract will not be finalized. Even if the share acquisition is completed, the impact on the consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2027 is expected to be minor.
