This transaction
Continuation of the Policy for Responding to Takeover BidsAs of the continuation of this response policy, no countermeasures, including the gratis allotment of stock acquisition rights, will be implemented, and there will be no direct, specific impact on shareholders or investors.
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Transaction name | Continuation of the Policy for Responding to Takeover Bids |
| Impact on Business Performance | As of the continuation of this response policy, no countermeasures, including the gratis allotment of stock acquisition rights, will be implemented, and there will be no direct, specific impact on shareholders or investors. |
| Date of board resolution | 28 May 2026 |
| Execution Date / Effective Date | When the proposal to continue this response policy is approved at the ordinary general meeting of shareholders, scheduled for 26 June 2026 |
| Special Committee | An Independent Committee will be established. It will comprise at least 3 members, with 5 members scheduled to serve when this response policy is continued. Members will be selected from outside directors and outside experts, among others. |
| Conditions Precedent to Execution | Approval by shareholders of the proposal to continue this response policy at the 79th ordinary general meeting of shareholders, scheduled for 26 June 2026. |
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The reasons the company gives
The company's own explanation, not something inferred from the numbers.To ensure that shareholders have sufficient information and time to make an informed decision in response to a sudden large-scale purchase, and to protect corporate value and the common interests of shareholders. In light of recent court decisions concerning the implementation of countermeasures, changes in laws, regulations and social conditions, and the company's 14th Medium-Term Management Plan, the company will continue the policy with revisions to the definition of purchaser and the information to be provided.