WELLNEO SUGAR Co., Ltd.
2117・Prime Market・Foods
Governance
The company operates as a company with a board of company auditors, comprising a board of 9 directors (of whom 5 are outside directors and 3 are independent), and has adopted an executive officer system to separate oversight from business execution. It has established a voluntary Nomination and Compensation Committee to ensure transparency and objectivity.
Risk Management
Based on the "Risk Management Regulations," the company has established a Risk Management Committee, headed by the Representative Director as the chief officer and chaired by the executive officer in charge of risk management, to identify, evaluate, and implement countermeasures against risks on a company-wide, cross-functional basis. For unforeseen contingencies, a system has been established to set up an Emergency Crisis Response Headquarters headed by the Representative Director.
Shareholder Returns
Dividends based on whichever is larger of a consolidated dividend payout ratio (DPR) of 60% or a DOE (dividend on equity) of 3%. For FY2026 (ending March 2026), the annual dividend per share is ¥119 (interim ¥54 + year-end ¥65), with a payout ratio of 60.3%. For FY2027 (ending March 2027), the annual dividend per share is forecast at ¥119 (interim ¥60 + year-end ¥59). A shareholder benefit program is in place.
Dividend Policy
Dividends are based on whichever is larger of a consolidated dividend payout ratio (DPR) of 60% or a dividend on equity (DOE) attributable to owners of the parent of 3%. Dividends are paid twice a year, interim and year-end. FY2026 (ending March 2026) actual: annual dividend per share of ¥119 (interim ¥54 + year-end ¥65), total dividends of ¥3,903 million, payout ratio of 60.3%. FY2027 (ending March 2027) forecast: annual dividend per share of ¥119 (interim ¥60 + year-end ¥59), payout ratio of 60.0%.
ESG
The company discloses climate change information in line with TCFD recommendations, targeting a 46% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 CO2 emissions by FY2030 (compared to FY2013 levels) and carbon neutrality by FY2050. In terms of human capital, it has set a target of 25% female representation in management positions by FY2030 (currently 8.6%), and has already achieved a 100% male childcare leave uptake rate. The company has formulated and is promoting its "Sustainable Vision 2030" based on five materiality themes.
Last updated: June 24, 2026