Source disclosure: January 13, 2026
HOKKO CHEMICAL INDUSTRY CO.,LTD. [4992.T]
TOKYO, Jan 13 (Pulse News Wire) – Hokko Chemical Industry CO.,LTD. (4992.T) updated its strategy aimed at achieving management conscious of capital costs and stock prices based on progress made since January 14, 2025.
The update was discussed during the board meeting held. In the latest report, the company highlighted several key initiatives, including the continued execution of its growth strategy and the sale of policy-held shares. In fiscal 2025, the company recorded investment securities sales gains of ¥345 million. Additionally, the firm decided to repurchase shares worth ¥1.199 billion to enhance capital efficiency and shareholder returns. The company also plans to increase dividend payouts for the eleventh consecutive year, with a forecasted increase of ¥14 per share in fiscal 2025, marking the 75th anniversary of its founding.
Total payout ratio is expected to reach 53.8% percent. Furthermore, Hokko Chemical emphasized ongoing efforts to improve corporate governance, such as establishing a nomination and remuneration committee and introducing performance-linked equity compensation for executives. Participation in earnings briefings and investor meetings increased by 18% compared to the previous year, reflecting enhanced engagement with shareholders. Looking ahead, the company aims to maintain robust return on equity (ROE) exceeding 8% percent while striving to achieve a price-to-book ratio (PBR) above 1.0 through sustained growth strategies, improved capital efficiency, and strengthened shareholder returns. Revenue for fiscal 2025 is projected at ¥44 billion.
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