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Asahi Kasei ( (JP:3407) ) has issued an update.
Asahi Kasei’s board has approved an increased year-end dividend of ¥22 per share for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, up from the prior forecast of ¥20, bringing the total annual dividend to ¥42 including the interim payout of ¥20. The decision reflects the company’s medium-term management plan, which targets progressive dividends based on free cash flow and a dividend-on-equity benchmark of around 3%, while considering its current financial position.
The company also set its dividend forecast for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2027 at ¥44 per share, with ¥22 to be paid at both mid-year and year-end. This planned increase, alongside a projected consolidated payout ratio of 36.8%, underscores Asahi Kasei’s commitment to steadily enhancing shareholder returns, signaling confidence in its cash-generating ability and reinforcing its appeal to income-focused investors.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:3407) stock is a Buy with a Yen2100.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Asahi Kasei stock, see the JP:3407 Stock Forecast page.
More about Asahi Kasei
Asahi Kasei Corp. is a diversified Japanese chemicals and materials manufacturer with businesses spanning fibers, chemicals, housing, and healthcare-related products. The company focuses on stable cash generation and disciplined capital allocation, supporting progressive shareholder returns and long-term value creation in its core industrial and consumer-related markets.
Average Trading Volume: 5,483,841
Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy
Current Market Cap: Yen2088.5B
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