SBI Inc. Revises Dividend Forecast — Year-end Dividend Cut by 50%
SBI Inc. (TSE:84730) has revised its dividend forecast for the 2026 fiscal year, cutting the year-end dividend by 50% to JPY 75.00 per share from JPY 150.00 per share.
| Item | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year-end Dividend | JPY 150.00 per share | JPY 75.00 per share | -JPY 75.00 (50%) |
| Interim Dividend | JPY 150.00 per share | JPY 75.00 per share | -JPY 75.00 (50%) |
| YoY Change | - | +JPY 10 (from JPY 150.00) | - |
The company cited lower profitability in its financial services business during the third fiscal quarter of the 2026 period as the reason for the revision. SBI also noted that it has completed the acquisition of its own shares, with the total repurchase amount expected to reach approximately JPY 1,117bn.
The revision reflects SBI’s adjustment to its dividend policy in light of current financial performance, signaling a shift in its capital allocation strategy. Investors should monitor future dividend announcements and the company’s broader financial planning as it transitions from share buybacks to alternative uses of capital.
Source: Original filing (TDnet) | 日本語版
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