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The exercise period is 10 years from the grant date, with exerciseable ratios increasing in stages beginning one year after grant. Total compensation is determined by performance and individual evaluations, aiming to secure long-term talent retention.","jir_summary":"### Overview of Subscription Rights Grant\nRakuten Group, Inc. will grant subscription rights to shares to 232 officers and employees of its subsidiaries to attract and retain talent within the Group. Exercise rights begin one year after grant, and the exercisable ratio increases in stages over up to 10 years, ultimately allowing full exercise of the rights. A total of 13,502 subscription rights will be issued, each covering 100 shares.\n\n### Compensation Design and Long-Term Incentives\nThe total compensation under the subscription rights will be determined reflecting achievement of operating income targets, departmental and individual evaluations, etc., with higher-ranking positions designed to have a larger portion of stock price-linked compensation. Grants span from first-year hires to directors to enhance shareholders' mindset, strengthen Group cohesion, and encourage long-term stock price appreciation.","jir_financial_highlights":"Total number of subscription rights: 13,502 units (Unknown)\nNumber of target shares: 1,350,200 shares (Unknown)\nExercise period: Until the applicable date 10 years from the grant date (Unknown)","jir_category":"","jir_hashtags":"#RakutenGroupInc, #StockOptionGrant, #SubscriptionRightsToShares","jir_key_figures":"Total number of subscription rights: 13,502 units\nNumber of target shares: 1,350,200 shares\nExercise period: 10 years from the grant date","jir_meta_title":"Rakuten Group, Inc. Decides to Grant Subscription Rights to Shares | October 2026","jir_meta_description":"Rakuten Group, Inc. will grant 13,502 subscription rights to 232 officers and employees of its subsidiaries. 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