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GeoCode's Updated Dividend Policy

In a significant move to enhance shareholder returns, GeoCode Inc., a leading player in web marketing and cloud sales technology, has announced an update to its dividend strategy. The decision was made at the board meeting held on July 15, 2025, which will take effect from the fiscal year ending February 28, 2026. This change introduces an interim dividend, resulting in two payments a year instead of the previous single annual payment.

Overview of the New Dividend Policy

Background and Rationale

GeoCode has traditionally executed only one annual dividend at the end of the fiscal year. However, in a bid to provide shareholders with more frequent returns on their investments, the company has revised its policy. Starting from the 2026 fiscal year, shareholders can expect both an interim and a final dividend. The interim payments will be set for August 31 of each year, as stipulated in the company’s articles of incorporation.

Interim Dividend Details

The first interim dividend will be declared for the fiscal year ending February 28, 2026, with a record date of August 31, 2025. Shareholders can expect the following distributions:

• - Interim Dividend: ¥12
• - Final Dividend: ¥13
• - Total Dividend: ¥25

This is an adjustment from the previous plan, which initially forecasted a single final dividend of ¥25 per share.

Adjusted Dividend Forecast

For the upcoming fiscal year, the company's board has revised its dividend forecast to reflect the introduction of interim payments, changing from a previous estimate of a total dividend of ¥25 per share (comprising solely a final dividend) to a split payment consisting of both interim and final dividends totaling the same amount.

Below outlines the changes:


Note: These dividend estimates are based on information available as of the public announcement and reasonable assumptions, and results may vary due to various factors.

High Yield Continuation

As part of its commitment to strengthen shareholder returns, GeoCode also announced a shareholder benefits program, which has generated significant investor interest. Following this announcement, the stock price experienced a steady rise. The comprehensive yield, calculated around the average closing price over the ten trading days preceding the announcement on July 15, remained around 7%—a strong indicator of shareholder value retention.

About GeoCode Inc.

Founded on February 14, 2005, and headquartered in Shinjuku, Tokyo, GeoCode specializes in integrated web marketing solutions, including SEO and website creation. Furthermore, the company offers cloud sales technology services such as the “Next SFA,” aimed at providing comprehensive support for sales processes from customer acquisition to order finalization. GeoCode is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange under code 7357, with a paid-in capital of ¥363.86 million as of the end of February 2025.

The company's mission revolves around supporting its clients in both offensive and defensive strategies, thus promoting digital transformation and operational efficiency.

Contact Information:

• - Company Name: GeoCode Inc.
• - CEO: Daisuke Haraguchi
• - Location: 4-1-6 Shinjuku, JR Shinjuku Miraina Tower 10F, Shinjuku, Tokyo
• - Website: GeoCode