J Trust extends share buyback to march 2026 for TOPIX inclusion

J Trust Co., Ltd. has extended the acquisition period for its treasury shares from December 30, 2025, to March 31, 2026. This decision, approved at a board meeting on December 12, 2025, supports the company's objective of increasing its floating stock market capitalization for a potential TOPIX inclusion by October 2026. The move also aims to enhance shareholder returns and capital efficiency.

The company plans to acquire common shares with a maximum limit of 4,000,000 shares, representing 3.00% of the total outstanding shares (excluding treasury shares). The total acquisition value is capped at JPY 1,500,000,000. These terms, including the type of shares, total number, and total value, remain unchanged from the initial resolution made on May 14, 2025.

As of November 30, 2025, J Trust had not acquired any shares or incurred any acquisition costs under the current program, having held back on repurchases to focus on raising its floating stock market capitalization. The extension allows more time to consider market conditions and stock price movements.