FURUKAWA CO.,LTD.
5715・Prime Market・Nonferrous Metals
Governance
As a company with a Board of Corporate Auditors, the Board of Directors consists of 8 directors (3 of whom are outside directors), and a voluntary Nomination and Compensation Committee, chaired by an outside director, has been established as an advisory body to the Board of Directors. Through the executive officer system, oversight and business execution are separated, aiming to enhance management transparency and speed up decision-making.
Risk Management
The company has established a company-wide risk management framework centered on the Risk Management Committee (convened twice a year), and has set up four subcommittees covering human rights, the environment, BCP, and information security. Material risks are reported to the Board of Directors under this system, and effectiveness is ensured through coordination with internal audits conducted by the Audit Office (6 members).
Shareholder Returns
Annual dividend for FY2026 (ending March 2026) totals ¥80 per share, comprising an interim dividend of ¥30 and a year-end dividend of ¥50 (up ¥10 year on year). The forecast for FY2027 (ending March 2027) is also ¥80 per share, comprising an interim dividend of ¥40 and a year-end dividend of ¥40, with a payout ratio of 50.9%. Treasury share repurchases of ¥8,070 million were carried out during the current period. The company continues its policy of targeting an annual dividend of at least ¥50 per share in principle, with a consolidated total shareholder return ratio on equity of at least 3%.
Dividend Policy
The company will prioritize investments aimed at achieving sustainable growth and enhancing corporate value over the medium to long term, while implementing stable and continuous shareholder returns. With respect to dividends, the company will consider dividend increases and the implementation of interim dividends, targeting in principle an annual dividend of at least ¥50 per share and a consolidated total shareholder return ratio on equity of at least 3%. The annual dividend for FY2026 (ending March 2026) totals ¥80 per share, comprising an interim dividend of ¥30 and a year-end dividend of ¥50 (payout ratio of 20.8%, dividend on net assets ratio of 1.9%). The dividend forecast for FY2027 (ending March 2027) totals ¥80 per share, comprising a second-quarter dividend of ¥40 and a year-end dividend of ¥40 (forecast payout ratio of 50.9%). Regarding the acquisition and cancellation of treasury shares, the company will consider these matters as appropriate, taking into account share price trends, capital efficiency, cash flow, and other factors.
ESG
Regarding CO2 emissions, the company has set targets of a 25% reduction by FY2030 (compared to FY2023 levels) and carbon neutrality by 2050, with 1.5°C and 4°C scenario analyses conducted at all core operating companies. In terms of human capital, the company has set targets such as a 3% ratio of women in management positions and an 80% rate of male employees taking childcare leave, and is also working on human rights due diligence and obtaining certification under the Health & Productivity Management Outstanding Organization (White 500) recognition.
Last updated: June 24, 2026