M3 to grant stock options to an employee for performance enhancement

M3, Inc. announced its decision to grant 155 stock options (share acquisition rights) to one employee, effective January 14, 2026. This initiative, approved by the board of directors, seeks to enhance employee motivation and contribution to the company's medium- to long-term performance, while also reinforcing shareholder-oriented management. Each stock option will represent 100 common shares of M3.

The exercise period for these stock options will run from July 1, 2028, to August 21, 2055. The exercise price per share is set at 1 yen, with no cash payment required for the acquisition rights themselves, as they are granted as incentive compensation.

Adjustments to the number of shares per option will be made in the event of stock splits or consolidations, with fractional shares rounded down. The company also outlined procedures for handling share acquisition rights during organizational restructuring events such as mergers or company splits, ensuring continuity for holders.