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Ajinomoto Co ( (JP:2802) ) has issued an update.
Ajinomoto Co., Inc. has reported progress on its ongoing share repurchase program authorized by its board in November 2025, under which it may buy back up to 30 million common shares for as much as JPY 80 billion through November 2026. The company intends to cancel all shares acquired under this program, signaling a shareholder-friendly capital allocation stance that could enhance earnings per share and optimize its capital structure over time.
During the latest reporting period from February 1 to February 28, 2026, Ajinomoto repurchased 1,317,100 common shares on the Tokyo Stock Exchange for a total of about JPY 5.66 billion. Cumulatively, as of February 28, 2026, the company has bought back 6,774,100 shares for approximately JPY 24.23 billion, indicating steady execution of the buyback plan and a continued commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:2802) stock is a Buy with a Yen5564.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Ajinomoto Co stock, see the JP:2802 Stock Forecast page.
More about Ajinomoto Co
Ajinomoto Co., Inc. is a Japan-based global food and amino science company best known for seasonings, processed foods, beverages, and amino acid-based products. Listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange’s Prime Market, it focuses on consumer foods and specialty ingredients, leveraging its expertise in umami and amino acids to serve both retail and industrial customers worldwide.
Average Trading Volume: 4,601,322
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: Yen4831.7B
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