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The total amount was 1,782,720,000 yen, aiming to improve shareholder returns and capital efficiency. This transaction is part of the share repurchase plan approved on May 12, 2026, with an upper limit of 5,000,000 shares (4.1% of total outstanding shares). The purchase period is from May 13, 2026, to September 30, 2026, with continued market purchases planned.\n\n### Impact on Shareholders and Future Outlook\nThis share buyback is a strategic measure aimed at increasing shareholder value and is expected to contribute to improved capital efficiency. The acquired shares may be used for future shareholder return policies or share cancellation. Osaka Soda will continue to prioritize shareholder returns and respond flexibly to market conditions and performance as part of its capital policy.","jir_financial_highlights":"Total number of shares acquired: 960,000 shares (unknown)\nTotal purchase amount: 1,782,720,000 yen (unknown)\nAcquisition date: 2026-05-13 (unknown)","jir_category":"","jir_hashtags":"#OsakaSoda, #ShareBuyback, #JapanStocks","jir_key_figures":"Number of shares acquired: 960,000 shares\nTotal purchase amount: 1,782,720,000 yen\nAcquisition date: 2026-05-13","jir_meta_title":"[Osaka Soda] Implementation of Share Buyback | May 2026","jir_meta_description":"Osaka Soda acquired 960,000 shares of treasury stock on May 13, 2026, aiming to enhance shareholder returns and capital efficiency. 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