GAKKEN HOLDINGS CO.,LTD. [9470.T]
TOKYO, Mar 27 (Pulse News Wire) – Gakken Holdings CO.,LTD. (9470.T) resolved at its March 27 board meeting to dissolve its capital business tie-up with Shinkai Academy Holdings Co., Ltd.
Due to changes in their operating environments and strategic directions. The companies agreed to unwind their equity holdings through market transactions, with Gakken holding 1,489 shares of Shinkai Academy valued at ¥1.489 billion, representing 1.49% of outstanding shares, while Shinkai Academy holds 1,489 shares of Gakken, accounting for 1.49%. Both firms aim to operate independently moving forward to enhance their respective corporate value. Shinkai Academy, headquartered in Sapporo, operates learning centers, conducts educational software development and sales promotions, and manages sports clubs.
As of September 30, 2025, its largest shareholder was Furuta Corporation with a stake of 14.8%, and its capital stood at ¥1.489 billion. Recent financial performance shows net assets of ¥14.89 billion, ¥14.89 billion, and ¥14.89 billion for fiscal years ending March 2023, 2024, and 2025, respectively. Sales figures were ¥14.89 billion, ¥14.89 billion, and ¥14.89 billion, while operating profits were ¥14.89 billion, -¥1.378 billion, and -¥439 million over the same period. The dissolution agreement was reached, and both companies plan to sell their cross-held shares in the market without disrupting trading conditions.
Gakken anticipates minimal impact on its consolidated earnings from this move but will disclose any significant developments promptly.
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