Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. Revises Dividend Forecast — Interim Dividend Raised 34%
Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. (TSE:4063) has raised its interim dividend forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2027, adding a commemorative special dividend to mark its centennial milestone.
| Item | Before | After | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interim Dividend | JPY 58.00/share | JPY 78.00/share | +JPY 20.00/share |
| Year-end Dividend | JPY 58.00/share | JPY 58.00/share | — |
| Annual Dividend | JPY 116.00/share | JPY 136.00/share | +JPY 20.00/share |
The company decided to implement a JPY 20.00 per-share commemorative special dividend in the interim dividend payment for fiscal 2027, celebrating its 100th anniversary on September 16, 2026. Management stated the move reflects gratitude to shareholders and a desire to jointly commemorate the centennial milestone. The year-end dividend remains unchanged at JPY 58.00 per share, with the full increase concentrated in the interim payout.
The revision expands annual shareholder returns by 17.2%, from JPY 116.00 to JPY 136.00 per share. Investors should note that the additional JPY 20.00 per-share payment is a one-time commemorative dividend and should not be assumed to recur in future fiscal years. The company’s regular dividend policy—reflected in the unchanged year-end dividend—remains intact. The interim dividend boost provides near-term cash return to shareholders while the company maintains its baseline payout structure.
Source: Original filing (TDnet) | 日本語版
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