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There will be no impact on net assets, nor will it affect business performance.","jir_summary":"### Overview of Capital Policy\nSumitomo Chemical resolves to decrease the amount of share capital in proportion with the increase resulting from share exchange, transferring the entire amount to additional paid-in capital. The Board of Directors approved this resolution on May 13, 2026, with an effective date scheduled for August 1, 2026. This measure will enable flexible future capital policy operations and will not affect net assets.\n\n### Future Outlook and Impact\nThe reduction of share capital due to this measure will not impact the amount of capital or book value of net assets. The period for creditor objection submissions is from June 16 to July 15, 2026, and is expected to be implemented as scheduled on the effective date. 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