Sophia Holdings Reports Details of Controlling Shareholder Relations

TOKYO, Jun 26 (Pulse News Wire) – Sophia Holdings CO.,LTD. (6942.T) disclosed details regarding its controlling shareholder, E-Bond Holdings Corporation.

As of March 31, 2026, E-Bond Holdings holds a 53.06% equity stake in Sophia Holdings. In February 2018, Sophia Holdings entered into a business alliance agreement with E-Bond Holdings aimed at developing and expanding pharmacy operations and contributing to system development and sales for pharmacies. Despite maintaining close cooperation, Sophia Holdings operates independently without constraints from its parent company.

From April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026, Sophia Holdings conducted various transactions with E-Bond Holdings totaling ¥70.3 million, primarily involving long-term borrowings and interest payments. All such dealings adhere to regulations set forth by the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, Company Law, and Listing Rules to ensure minority shareholders' interests are protected. Additionally, E-Bond Holdings does not qualify as a continuing reporting entity.

There are no anticipated changes to their future relationship within the corporate group.