Sony Group announces treasury share disposal for restricted stock units

Sony Group Corporation announced its decision to dispose of treasury shares following the vesting of a portion of Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) granted under its post-grant equity compensation plan, introduced in fiscal year 2022. The disposal, effective December 1, 2025, involves 4,863,087 common shares at a value of 4,669 yen per share, totaling 22,705,753,203 yen. These shares will be allocated to directors and employees of Sony and its affiliates under Plans B and C.

Additionally, a separate disposal of 16,268 common shares will occur between December 1 and December 15, 2025, also at 4,669 yen per share, amounting to 75,955,292 yen. This second disposal is financed by cash payments from beneficiaries, including employees of Sony's affiliates. The share disposal aims to enhance the motivation of beneficiaries by aligning their interests with Sony Group's performance.

The disposal price of 4,669 yen per share is based on the closing price of Sony Group Corporation's common stock on the Tokyo Stock Exchange on November 13, 2025, the business day preceding the decision date. This pricing is considered reasonable and not particularly advantageous.