T. Hasegawa boosts dividends, acquires Vietnamese firm, and alters leadership

T. Hasegawa Co., Ltd. announced a revised dividend policy, shifting from a target consolidated dividend payout ratio of approximately 40% to a consolidated dividend on equity (DOE) ratio of 3% or higher, effective from the fiscal year ending September 2026. This change results in a forecast of yen 100.00 per share for the fiscal year ending September 2026, an increase from yen 74.00 per share in the previous fiscal year.

In a move to expand its global footprint, T. Hasegawa also announced the acquisition of Hoang Anh Flavors and Food Ingredients Joint Stock Company in Vietnam for approximately VND 725 billion. This acquisition, expected to complete in November 2025, will consolidate Hoang Anh into T. Hasegawa's operations, aiming to accelerate penetration into the Southeast Asian market.

Additionally, the company will introduce a Restricted Stock Compensation Plan for Eligible Directors, with total monetary claims not exceeding yen 150 million annually and up to 170,000 common shares issued per year. Concurrently, Yoshiaki Chino will retire as representative director, deputy president, and become senior advisor, effective December 18, 2025. Takao Umino and Kenji Hasegawa will continue as representative directors.