Shareholder Return (Dividends and Share Buybacks)

Shareholder Return

The Company determines dividends and repurchase of its shares by comprehensively considering the allocation of cash generated to mid- to long-term growth investments and shareholder returns, the overall level of shareholder returns combining dividends and share repurchases, and the impact on its financial condition and capital structure, in light of the business environment and other relevant factors.

Based on this approach, the Company aims for stable dividend payments and flexible and timely repurchase of its shares.

Historical Dividend Data

On October 1, 2018, the Company completed the share consolidation of every five shares into one share for its common stock.

On July 1, 2024, the Company executed a 5-for-1 split of its common stock.

"Dividend per share" in the table is stated before the adjustment of the share consolidation and split.

Note: On October 1, 2018, the Company completed the share consolidation of every five shares into one share for its common stock.

          On July 1, 2024, the Company executed a 5-for-1 split of its common stock.

          From FY2018 to FY2023, dividends in the upper row are calculated based on the adjusted number of shares due to the share consolidation and split

          (inside brackets are dividends before the adjustment).

Repurchase of Shares of Common Stock