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The company is committed to taking necessary measures based on law to prevent damage to corporate value and to protect shareholder interests. Moving forward, the company will aim for sustainable growth and maximizing shareholder value by increasing transparency and strengthening governance.","jir_financial_highlights":"","jir_category":"","jir_hashtags":"#OsakaSoda, #IRDisclosure, #JapanStocks","jir_key_figures":"Implementation period: Discontinuation of share buyback as of June 26, 2026\nValidity period: Until the conclusion of the general meeting of shareholders held on June 26, 2026\nResolution method: Board of Directors resolution and shareholder approval","jir_meta_title":"\u3010Osaka Soda\u3011Discontinuation of Share Buyback \uff5c May 2026","jir_meta_description":"Osaka Soda announced the discontinuation of its share buyback at the June 2026 shareholder meeting, emphasizing efforts to enhance corporate value and strengthen governance. 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