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The company introduced a consolidated dividend payout ratio target of 25\u201335% and aims to maintain or increase dividends. This concretizes the previous policy of stable dividend payments and reflects dialogue with shareholders and investors.\n\n### Effective Period and Future Dividend Plans\nThe new shareholder return policy will be effective from fiscal year 2026 (ending March 2027). The dividend for fiscal year 2026 is planned at 80 yen per share (interim 40 yen, year-end 40 yen), with ongoing efforts to enhance corporate value and maintain or increase dividends. 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