K'S HOLDINGS CORPORATION
8282・Prime Market・Retail Trade
Governance
Transitioned to a company with an audit and supervisory committee in 2019. In addition to the Board of Directors (held 17 times per year), the company has established a voluntary Nomination Committee and Compensation Committee to ensure transparency and fairness. The Audit and Supervisory Committee consists of 4 members, including 3 outside directors.
Risk Management
The Sustainability Committee (held 6 times per year), Corporate Planning Office, CSR Department, and Human Resources Department collaborate to identify and assess risks and opportunities related to climate change, human capital, and natural capital. The Board of Directors determines the final response policy and monitors progress, establishing a company-wide risk management framework.
Shareholder Returns
The annual dividend for FY2026 (ending March 2026) is ¥46 per share (interim ¥22, year-end ¥24), with a consolidated payout ratio of 50.4%. For FY2027 (ending March 2027), a dividend of ¥48 (¥24 each) is forecast. During the fiscal year under review, share buybacks of ¥10,031 million were carried out.
Dividend Policy
The annual dividend for FY2026 (ending March 2026) is ¥46 per share (interim ¥22, year-end ¥24), with total dividends of ¥7,154 million and a consolidated payout ratio of 50.4%. For FY2027 (ending March 2027), an annual dividend of ¥48 (interim ¥24, year-end ¥24) is forecast, with an expected payout ratio of 37.1%. During the fiscal year under review, share buybacks of ¥10,031 million were carried out (accompanied by a change in the funding structure involving a net decrease in short-term borrowings). The dividend on net assets ratio (DOE) was 2.9%.
ESG
Based on the TCFD and TNFD recommendations, the company analyzes climate change and natural capital risks, targeting a 50% reduction in Scope 1+2 emissions by FY2030 (versus FY2021 levels) and carbon neutrality by FY2050. In terms of human capital, while maintaining a low turnover rate of 2.2%, the company has set targets such as a female manager ratio of 5% or higher and a Home Appliance Advisor qualification acquisition rate of 33% or higher, working on talent acquisition, diversity promotion, and skill development.
Last updated: June 23, 2026