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Waseda Academy Co., Ltd. ( (JP:4718) ) has provided an update.
Waseda Academy’s board has approved a year-end dividend of ¥35 per share for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, with a record date of March 31 and an effective payment date of June 26, pending shareholder approval at the 52nd annual meeting. Combined with the already paid interim dividend of ¥20 per share, the annual dividend for fiscal 2026 will total ¥55 per share, matching the previous year’s level, as the company emphasizes stable, earnings-linked shareholder returns funded from retained earnings.
The announced dividend aligns with the company’s stated policy of prioritizing profit distribution to shareholders while maintaining stability and monitoring the consolidated payout ratio. By keeping the total annual dividend unchanged year on year despite adjustments to the common and commemorative components in the prior period, Waseda Academy signals a commitment to predictable income for investors and disciplined capital management within Japan’s competitive education sector.
More about Waseda Academy Co., Ltd.
Waseda Academy Co., Ltd., listed on the TSE Prime with securities code 4718, operates in the education services industry, providing preparatory schooling and related educational programs in Japan. The company focuses on stable growth and shareholder returns, reflecting its policy of maintaining consistent dividend payouts while considering earnings and financial conditions.
Average Trading Volume: 36,431
Technical Sentiment Signal: Strong Buy
Current Market Cap: Yen41.35B
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