MEIKO NETWORK JAPAN CO.,LTD.
4668・Prime Market・Services
Governance
Company with an Audit and Supervisory Committee (transitioned in November 2022). The Board of Directors consists of 8 members (including 4 outside directors, all of whom are independent officers and members of the Audit and Supervisory Committee), with an outside director ratio of 50%. A Nomination and Compensation Committee (an advisory body with a majority of independent outside officers) has been established, with the Board of Directors meeting 17 times per year and the Nomination and Compensation Committee meeting 9 times per year. The company has established an executive officer system, a management committee, and an internal audit office (3 members), promoting the separation of management and execution.
Risk Management
A risk management structure has been established centered on the Risk Management Committee and the Compliance Committee, with the Board of Directors and other bodies conducting regular monitoring. The Sustainability Committee (held 6 times in the 41st fiscal year) conducted TCFD-compliant scenario analysis, managing climate change, human rights, information security, and other matters as material risks. The effectiveness of internal controls is ensured through the internal reporting system, the Internal Audit Office, and the tripartite liaison meeting (Internal Audit Office, audit corporation, and Audit and Supervisory Committee).
Shareholder Returns
Continuing dividend policy based on a DOE benchmark of 5% to 7%. For FY2026 (ending August 2026), an interim dividend of ¥14 has already been paid, with a year-end dividend of ¥15 planned, for an annual total of ¥29 (up ¥2 year on year). In April 2026, 2 million treasury shares (equivalent to ¥2,134 million) were retired.
Dividend Policy
Dividends are determined based on a DOE (dividend on equity ratio) benchmark of approximately 5% to 7%, taking into account the optimal balance among promoting strategic investment, providing stable profit distribution, and strengthening equity capital. In principle, dividends are paid twice a year (interim and year-end), and the articles of incorporation stipulate that dividends of surplus may be determined by resolution of the Board of Directors. FY2025 (ended August 2025) results: annual dividend of ¥27 per share (interim ¥13 + year-end ¥14). FY2026 (ending August 2026): interim dividend of ¥14 already paid, year-end dividend of ¥15 planned, for an annual total of ¥29 (up ¥2 year on year). Additionally, as of April 28, 2026, the company retired 2,000,000 treasury shares (reducing capital surplus and treasury shares by ¥2,134 million each).
ESG
In July 2022, the company expressed its support for the TCFD recommendations, setting a target to reduce GHG emissions (Scope 1+2) by 10% by 2030 compared to FY2024 (ended August 2024) levels, with net zero by 2050 (FY2024 (ended August 2024) actual: 3,507 t-CO2). In terms of human capital management, the company established an in-house university, "Meiko Academy," and improved human capital ROI to 8.04% in FY2025 (ended August 2025) (target: 10%). The company established a human rights policy and conducted human rights due diligence (high-risk items: human rights violations in the supply chain, harassment, and unpaid wages). In promoting DE&I, the company achieved a female manager ratio of 25.4% (target: 30%) and a male childcare leave uptake rate of 46.7% (target: 50%). The company obtained certification as an "Excellent Health Management Corporation 2024 (Large Enterprise Category)."
Last updated: November 20, 2025