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As of August 29, no shares or amount have been acquired.","jir_summary":"### Overview of Capital Policy\nSumitomo Corporation resolved at its Board of Directors meeting on May 1, 2025 to acquire treasury stock based on Article 165, Paragraph 3 of the Companies Act. The acquisition targets the Company's common shares, with an acquisition limit set at 35 million shares (approximately 2.9% of the total outstanding shares) and a total acquisition price cap of 80 billion yen. The acquisition period is from May 2, 2025 to March 31, 2026. Between August 1 and August 29, 2025, no shares were acquired and no amount was spent, indicating that treasury stock acquisition has not yet been executed.\n\n### Impact on Shareholders and Future Outlook\nThis treasury stock acquisition framework corresponds to approximately 2.9% of the total outstanding shares and aims to enhance shareholder returns using up to 80 billion yen of capital. While no acquisition has occurred to date, acquisitions may proceed in response to future market conditions and management decisions. If executed, the acquisition is expected to suppress share dilution and improve per-share financial indicators. 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