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The company is strengthening shareholder returns based on its medium-term management plan.","jir_summary":"### Dividend Decision and Shareholder Return Policy\nWakatsuki Construction has implemented a dividend of 135 yen per share for the fiscal year ending March 2026, with a payout ratio of 40.4%. In its medium-term management plan, it sets a minimum return on equity (DOE) of 3.6%, emphasizing shareholder returns. The total dividend amount is approximately 1732 million yen, funded by retained earnings. The company aims for stable shareholder returns going forward.\n\n### Future Outlook and Impact on Shareholders\nThe dividend decision reflects a comprehensive consideration of business performance and environment, aiming to provide attractive returns to shareholders. An increase in dividends contributes to improved yields and is positioned as part of the company's stable management and growth strategy. Going forward, the company will maintain its dividend policy while also focusing on business expansion and financial soundness.","jir_financial_highlights":"Dividend per share: 135 yen 00 sen (Increase from the previous period's 126 yen 00 sen)\nTotal dividends: 1,732 million yen (Unknown)\nDividend source: Retained earnings (Unknown)","jir_category":"","jir_hashtags":"#WakatsukiConstruction, #Dividends, #JapanStocks","jir_key_figures":"Dividend of 135 yen 00 sen (previous period's 126 yen 00 sen)\nTotal dividends 1,732 million yen\nPayout ratio 40.4%","jir_meta_title":"\u3010Wakatsuki Construction\u3011Dividend Increase\uff5cMay 2026","jir_meta_description":"Wakatsuki Construction has increased its dividend for the fiscal year ending March 2026 to 135 yen per share, with a payout ratio of 40.4%. 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