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Gain on sale of investment securities was recorded as an extraordinary profit, contributing to an increase in net assets.\n\n### Financial and Dividend Policy and Outlook\nOn the financial position, total assets increased and net assets reached 20,957 million yen. Sales of strategically held shares are progressing as planned, and the company intends to restrain the ratio of net assets during the medium-term management plan for FY2025-2027. Regarding dividends, an annual dividend of 230 yen is planned, and the policy to maintain a DOE floor of 5% will continue. 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