Shin-Etsu Chemical announces FY25 results, share buyback plan

Shin-Etsu Chemical announced its consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2025, reporting a 6.1% increase in net sales to JPY2,561.249 billion and a 2.7% increase in net income attributable to owners of parent to JPY534.021 billion. The company cited policy rate adjustments, global economic shifts, and proactive customer engagement as key factors influencing the results. Simultaneously, Shin-Etsu unveiled a plan to repurchase up to 200 million of its own shares, not exceeding an aggregate purchase price of JPY500 billion, between May 21, 2025, and April 24, 2026, to enhance shareholder returns. The company said the decision reflects a commitment to balancing capital efficiency and shareholder value amid evolving market dynamics. The new buyback represents 10.2% of the total outstanding shares. The planned year-end dividend is JPY53 per share, making the total annual dividend JPY106, up JPY6 from the previous year. Shin-Etsu reported earnings per share of JPY269.52.