TOKYO, Mar 31 (Pulse News Wire) – Ftgroup CO.,LTD. (2763.T) announced today that it has entered into a share exchange agreement with Kōtsūshō Co., Ltd.
To become a fully subsidiary company effective August 1, 2026. Under the agreement, FTGroup's ordinary shares will delist from the Tokyo Stock Exchange Standard Market on July 30, 2026, with the final trading day set for July 29, 2026. The move aims to enhance strategic flexibility and accelerate growth investments without being constrained by short-term profitability concerns.
FTGroup expects to leverage Kōtsūshō’s resources to expand its stock-based revenue streams through innovative product development and cross-selling initiatives targeting both existing and new customers. Kōtsūshō currently holds approximately 27.3% of FTGroup's outstanding shares, while its wholly-owned subsidiary HCMA Alpha owns an additional 1.5%, giving Kōtsūshō a combined stake of nearly 28.8%. The transaction was approved by FTGroup's board of directors, excluding executives with potential conflicts of interest, ensuring transparency and fairness in the decision-making process.
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