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Shimano ( (JP:7309) ) has issued an announcement.
Shimano’s board has formally opposed a shareholder proposal from LONGCHAMP SICA V, represented by Dalton Investments, that called for an additional acquisition of treasury stock at the company’s upcoming annual general meeting. Management argues that its existing shareholder return framework is already robust, highlighting rising dividends, ongoing share buybacks, and a policy targeting a total return ratio of at least 50% while maintaining dividend stability.
The company reported a total return ratio of 234% for fiscal 2025, driven by increased dividends and roughly ¥50 billion of buybacks executed under a ¥100 billion, two-year repurchase plan. Shimano says further aggressive buybacks beyond its newly set ¥50 billion limit for 2026 could undermine its ability to fund capital, R&D, M&A, and human capital investments needed to support long-term growth and preserve financial resilience, noting its PBR already exceeds the sector average and pledging continued efforts to improve capital efficiency.
The most recent analyst rating on (JP:7309) stock is a Hold with a Yen18158.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on Shimano stock, see the JP:7309 Stock Forecast page.
More about Shimano
Shimano Inc. is a Japanese manufacturer best known for its bicycle components and fishing tackle, operating within the broader transportation equipment sector. The company focuses on development-oriented digital manufacturing, product innovation using generative and physical AI, and related ESG and human capital investments to sustain growth and enhance corporate value.
Average Trading Volume: 288,000
Technical Sentiment Signal: Sell
Current Market Cap: Yen1440.5B
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