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Continued stable dividends are planned based on dividend payout ratio and profit distribution policy.","jir_summary":"### Dividend Decision and Policy\nIwai Cosmos Holdings has decided to pay a year-end dividend of 165 yen per share for the fiscal year ending March 2026, with an annual dividend of 225 yen. This is the highest ever, and the company will continue to maintain stable dividends based on dividend payout ratio and profit distribution policy. During the medium-term management plan period (2026-2028), the company will also set a minimum dividend payout ratio of 3%, maintaining a consolidated total return ratio of over 50%. Together with the interim dividends already paid, the company is strengthening shareholder returns.\n\n### Impact on Shareholders and Future Outlook\nThe increase in dividends reflects strong business performance and shareholder return policy, directly benefiting shareholders. 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