KOEI Chemical Company Chemical to Delist Shares Following Share Exchange Agreement with Sumitomo Chemical

TOKYO, Jul 29 (Pulse News Wire) – Koei Chemical Company,limited (4367.T) announced that its ordinary shares will be delisted from the Tokyo Stock Exchange's Standard Market on July 30, 2026. This decision follows the approval of a share exchange agreement with Sumitomo Chemical Co., Ltd.

At the company’s regular shareholders' meeting held on June 25, 2026. Under the agreement, Sumitomo Chemical will acquire KOEI Chemical through a stock-for-stock transaction, making KOEI Chemical a wholly-owned subsidiary.

Details of the merger can be found in the May 13, 2026 press release titled “Announcement of Simplified Share Exchange Contract for Full Subsidiarization of KOEI Chemical by Sumitomo Chemical.” Since listing in 1997, KOEI Chemical has received continuous support and understanding from its shareholders and stakeholders. The company expresses deep gratitude for their contributions over the years.

Moving forward, KOEI Chemical intends to further enhance its value within the Sumitomo Chemical Group.