Announcement of Revision of Dividend Forecast (Year-end Dividend)

Akatsuki Inc. has revised its dividend forecast for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025, transitioning from an undetermined status to a specific payout of 110 yen per share for the full year. This decision follows a strategic shift in the company’s shareholder return policy, specifically raising the benchmark for consolidated Dividend on Equity from 3% to 4%. This adjustment reflects a comprehensive assessment of the current business environment, investment recovery status, and the progress of various growth initiatives within the gaming and diversified business segments.

The revised policy establishes a progressive dividend framework aimed at balancing proactive growth investments with consistent profit distribution. Under this new structure, the total annual dividend is split evenly, with 50% paid as a year-end dividend for the current fiscal year and the remaining 50% distributed as an interim dividend in the following year. Consequently, the year-end dividend for the period ending March 31, 2025, is set at 55 yen per share. This represents a significant increase over the previous fiscal year’s total payout of 80 yen per share.

This financial update covers the Japanese market where Akatsuki Inc. is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market. The board of directors resolved these changes on May 9, 2025, with the final dividend matter scheduled for submission at the Ordinary General Shareholders Meeting in June 2025. The move signals management's confidence in maintaining financial soundness while pursuing long-term corporate value and sustainable growth despite the inherent volatility of the short-term operating environment in the games industry.