PBsystems,Inc.
4447・Growth Market・Information & Communication
Governance
Company with a Board of Corporate Auditors (7 directors, of whom 2 are outside directors; outside director ratio approximately 28.6%). An executive officer system has been introduced, and a rapid decision-making structure has been built centered on regular monthly Board of Directors meetings (14 held during the period, with full attendance). All 4 corporate auditors are outside auditors, ensuring independence. No nomination committee or compensation committee has been confirmed as established.
Risk Management
The company has established its "Risk Management Regulations," under which risk assessments and countermeasures are discussed at weekly regular meetings and monthly Board of Directors meetings. A collaborative framework with external experts such as lawyers and certified public accountants has been put in place, and sustainability-related risks are also managed in accordance with these regulations. A Compliance Committee (meeting once a month), an internal whistleblowing system, and regulations for countering antisocial forces have also been established.
Shareholder Returns
Interim dividend for FY2026 (ending September 2026) was set at ¥10 per share (paid June 1, 2026). Full-year dividend forecast is ¥20 to ¥22.50 per share (an increase of ¥0 to ¥2.50 from the previous fiscal year). No share buybacks were conducted during the current interim period.
Dividend Policy
The company positions the return of profits to shareholders as an important management priority and maintains a policy of continuous dividend payments. The dividend amount is determined by comprehensively considering business performance, the soundness of the financial position, the level of retained earnings, and other factors. Interim dividends are resolved by the Board of Directors (record date March 31), while year-end dividends are resolved at the general shareholders' meeting. FY2026 (ending September 2026) interim dividend: ¥10 per share (resolved by the Board of Directors on May 14, 2026; payment commenced June 1, 2026). FY2026 (ending September 2026) full-year dividend forecast: ¥20 to ¥22.50 per share (year-end dividend forecast of ¥10 to ¥12.50). Actual annual dividend for the previous fiscal year (FY2025, ended September 2025): ¥20 per share (interim ¥0 + year-end ¥20).
ESG
ESG initiatives centered on human capital. Strengthened talent development through expansion of the Engineer Habitat, enhanced qualification allowance system, and referral hiring, achieving a 100% telework-eligible ratio. KPI targets set at 100 engineers and sales engineers (53 actual as of FY2025 September), 50% female employee ratio (27.4% actual), and 100% male childcare leave uptake rate (200% actual). No quantitative disclosure regarding climate change was confirmed.
Last updated: December 24, 2025