Total dividends are expected to expand to around ¥23 trillion, a record high. Against the backdrop of strong earnings, 4 companies have announced dividend increases and special dividends, while changes are also emerging in GPIF's earnings structure.
Against the backdrop of strong corporate earnings, total dividends are reportedly expected to rise to around ¥23 trillion, reaching a record-high level. Demand for income gains in Japan's equity market is strengthening, and companies' policies of stable, sustained dividend growth are attracting attention.
Following the release of earnings results, 4 companies, including Nexon and GMO Pepabo, announced substantial dividend increases or special dividends. This has prompted analysis suggesting that the quarterly earnings season has got off to a strong start.
GPIF's cumulative investment returns have exceeded ¥221 trillion, and the proportion of income gains is reported to be rising. Against the backdrop of corporate profit distributions, dividend policies may continue to develop in a conservative and sustainable manner.