ASEED HOLDINGS CO.,LTD.
9959・Standard Market・Retail Trade
Governance
The company has adopted a Company with an Audit and Supervisory Committee structure. The Board of Directors consists of 8 members (including 4 outside directors), and a Nomination and Compensation Committee, in which all outside directors participate, has been established as an advisory body. The Board of Directors meets 16 times per year (12 regular meetings and 4 extraordinary meetings), with an attendance rate of over 92% for all directors.
Risk Management
Based on the "Risk Management Regulations," the company has established a Risk Management Committee and a Compliance Committee, chaired by the Representative Director, to promote early detection and prevention of risks. Company-wide risks, including sustainability risks, are reviewed annually, with priorities assessed based on frequency of occurrence and impact, and a framework is in place to report these to the Board of Directors.
Shareholder Returns
Introduced a progressive dividend policy in February 2025 based on a target payout ratio of approximately 30%, with increases in line with improved earnings. The dividend for the current fiscal year is ¥18 per share (interim ¥9, year-end ¥9), with ¥20 planned for the next fiscal year. The articles of incorporation include provisions allowing flexible share buybacks by board resolution.
Dividend Policy
Continuing a progressive dividend policy based on a target payout ratio of approximately 30%, with dividend increases in line with improved earnings. Dividends are paid twice a year, as an interim dividend and a year-end dividend. Dividends of surplus are determined flexibly by board resolution.
ESG
In line with TCFD recommendations, the company conducted a quantitative analysis of climate change risks and opportunities under two scenarios (1.5°C and 4°C), identifying a maximum risk of ¥364 million. It has set targets to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 46% by 2030 (versus 2013 levels) and achieve net zero by 2050. Regarding human capital, the company disclosed a female manager ratio of 5.3% (with a 2030 target of 15%) and a male childcare leave uptake rate of 60.0%, while advancing work-style reform and diversity initiatives.
Last updated: June 23, 2026