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The total disposal amount is 26,700,000 yen, assuming the maximum of 750 eligible employees will each receive 20 shares. The final number and total amount of shares disposed will be determined based on employees\u2019 consent.\n\n### Purpose of Disposal and Impact on Shareholders\nThis scheme aims to enhance employee welfare and sustainably increase corporate value by promoting employees\u2019 asset building and shareholder value sharing through restricted stock. The share dilution ratio is very small at 0.05%, and the impact on the market is considered minimal. The transfer restrictions apply from August 31, 2026, through August 31, 2031, during which transfer restrictions may be lifted or shares may be acquired without remuneration under certain conditions.","jir_financial_highlights":"Number of shares disposed: 15,000 shares (Unknown)\nDisposal price (per share): 1,780 yen (Unknown)\nTotal disposal amount: 26,700,000 yen (Unknown)\nShare dilution ratio: 0.05% (against total outstanding shares) (Unknown)","jir_category":"","jir_hashtags":"#HokkoChemicalIndustry, #TreasuryStockDisposal, #RestrictedStock","jir_key_figures":"Number of shares disposed: 15,000 shares (maximum assumption)\nDisposal price (per share): 1,780 yen (closing price on April 20, 2026)\nTotal disposal amount: 26,700,000 yen (maximum assumption)","jir_meta_title":"[Hokko Chemical Industry] Resolution to Dispose of 15,000 Restricted Shares to Employees | August 2026","jir_meta_description":"Hokko Chemical Industry plans to dispose of 15,000 restricted shares to the employee stock ownership plan at 1,780 yen per share. 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