The 77 Bank Revises Shareholder Return Policy

TOKYO, May 13 (Pulse News Wire) – The 77 Bank,ltd. (8341.T) revised its shareholder return policy during today’s board meeting.

Under the new plan, the bank aims to increase dividend payout ratios to shareholders to more than 40% percent by 2027, up from the previous target of 35% percent by 2025. Additionally, the bank plans to enhance shareholder returns through strategic share repurchases while maintaining robust financial foundations. The revision follows the bank's Vision 2030 strategy, which seeks to meet stakeholders' expectations by building a solid financial base and ensuring appropriate shareholder returns.

The bank had previously set a goal of achieving a dividend payout ratio of 35% percent by 2025 based on parent company attributable net profit, with a projected ratio of 35.7% percent for the fiscal year ending March 2026. In light of these achievements, the bank decided to further strengthen its commitment to shareholder value creation and capital efficiency. The revised policy underscores the bank's dedication to balancing financial stability and shareholder interests moving forward.