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Dividends4203Sumitomo Bakelite Company,LimitedMaterials and Chemicals

Notice Concerning Revision of Dividend Forecast

The forecast for the year-end dividend for the fiscal year ending March 2026 has been increased by ¥5, from ¥55 to ¥60 per share. Accordingly, the forecast for the annual dividend has also been increased from ¥105 to ¥110.

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Dividend per share

Fiscal year ending March 2026
110YenRevised annual dividend per sharePrevious forecast ¥105, change ¥+5(+4.8%)
Previous-period resultsPrevious forecastAfter revision

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Dividend per shareyen¥55→¥60+9.1%
Breakdown of Regular, Commemorative and Special DividendsRegular dividend 45 yen / Commemorative dividend 5 yen → Not disclosed
Dividend policy

The Company considers the return of profits to shareholders important while actively pursuing sustainable enhancement of corporate value. It will provide stable and consistent returns to shareholders based on a comprehensive assessment, taking into account the balance of funding needs, the progress of investments and future plans.

Dividend per share
ItemDetails
Dividend per share55 yen → 60 yen(+9.1%)
Total Annual Dividends105 yen → 110 yen(+4.8%)
Previous-period results (per share)Interim 45 yen / End of period 50 yen / Annual 95 yen
Breakdown of Regular, Commemorative and Special DividendsRegular dividend 45 yen / Commemorative dividend 5 yen → Not disclosed
Dividend policyThe Company considers the return of profits to shareholders important while actively pursuing sustainable enhancement of corporate value. It will provide stable and consistent returns to shareholders based on a comprehensive assessment, taking into account the balance of funding needs, the progress of investments and future plans.
Fiscal Period CoveredFiscal year ending March 2026
Items this document does not state (6)
Total dividendsRecord dateEffective dateSource of dividendsPayout ratioWhether Submission to the General Meeting of Shareholders Is Required

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This reflects a comprehensive assessment of the outlook for earnings and financial position for the fiscal year, based on the policy of providing stable and consistent returns to shareholders while taking into account the balance of funding needs, the progress of investments and future plans.

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