Sompo Holdings, Inc.
8630・Prime Market・Insurance
Governance
The company transitioned to a company with three committees (nomination, audit, and compensation committees) in June 2019. Since April 2024, an outside director has served as chairman of the Board of Directors, and 8 of the current 13 directors (a majority) are outside directors. After the general shareholders' meeting in June 2026, 6 of 11 directors are expected to be outside directors.
Risk Management
The Group practices "Strategic Risk Management" based on its ERM basic policy, with the Group CRO comprehensively identifying and assessing material risks. A framework has been established whereby the Group ERM Committee reports to the Board of Directors semi-annually. Quantitative scenario analysis is also conducted using a climate change risk framework and natural catastrophe risk models.
Shareholder Returns
Base return is set at 50% of adjusted consolidated profit (average of the most recent 3 years), with an additional return of 50% of gains/losses on sales of strategic shareholdings, etc. (after tax). The annual dividend for FY2026 (ending March 2026) is ¥150 per share (interim ¥75 + year-end ¥75), with total dividends of ¥135,606 million and a payout ratio of 21.4%. The forecast for FY2027 (ending March 2027) is ¥200. As a subsequent event, the company resolved to conduct a share buyback with an upper limit of 17 million shares and ¥69.0 billion.
Dividend Policy
A shareholder return policy combining dividends and share buybacks, with the base return set at 50% of adjusted consolidated profit (average of the most recent 3 years). In principle, an additional return of 50% of gains/losses on sales of strategic shareholdings, etc. (after tax) is provided. Adjustments to the capital level are also considered based on the risk and capital situation, business performance trends, and the financial market environment, among other factors. Dividends are paid twice a year (interim and year-end). The actual annual dividend for FY2026 (ending March 2026) was ¥150 (interim ¥75 + year-end ¥75), and the forecast for FY2027 (ending March 2027) is an annual dividend of ¥200 (interim ¥100 + year-end ¥100).
ESG
As part of its climate change response, the company has set forth "SOMPO Earth Positive Actions," targeting a 25% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from its investment and loan portfolio by 2025 (versus 2019) and net zero by 2050, achieving a 29.1% reduction in FY2024 results. In terms of human capital, it established the "SOMPO Human Capital Fund" worth ¥30.0 billion, designating AI and English as group-wide common skills to strengthen investment in human resources. The company has also made progress in inclusion in ESG-related indices, including being selected for CDP's "Climate Change A List" (the highest rating).
Last updated: June 17, 2026