Nippon Ichi Software: Notice Regarding Dividends of Surplus

Nippon Ichi Software has formally resolved to distribute a year-end dividend of 5 yen per share for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026. This decision, approved by the board of directors on May 15, 2026, remains subject to final ratification at the 33rd Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders scheduled for June 25, 2026. The dividend is expected to become effective on June 26, 2026, with the total payout amounting to 25 million yen.

The company maintains a consistent dividend policy that balances the necessity of retaining earnings for future business expansion and investment with the commitment to providing stable returns to shareholders. Management determines specific distribution amounts by evaluating overall financial performance, current fiscal health, future growth projections, and target payout ratios. This approach is designed to encourage long-term, stable share ownership among investors.

The current dividend of 5 yen per share matches both the company's previous forecast and the actual payout from the prior fiscal year ending March 31, 2025. As the company did not issue an interim dividend for the current period, the year-end distribution represents the total annual dividend for the fiscal year. This continuity in dividend policy reflects a stable financial strategy within the Japanese video game industry, prioritizing predictable shareholder returns while maintaining sufficient capital for ongoing operations.