From January 1, 2026 to March 31, 2026, the company has repurchased 371,300 shares, representing 1.22% for ¥2,403.33 million. With this, the company has completed the repurchase of 976,600 shares, representing 3.17% for ¥5,902.89 million under the buyback announced on May 9, 2025.
Kato Sangyo Co Ltd is a Japan-based company mainly engaged in the food wholesale, logistics and other services. It operates through four business segments. The Ambient Temperature Distribution Business segment sells instant foods (including canned and retort foods), dried foods and grains, beverages, luxury items, seasonings, and other products. The Low Temperature Distribution Business segment wholesales low-temperature foods. The Alcohol Distribution Business segment sells alcoholic beverages. The Overseas Business segment is based overseas and mainly engages in wholesale of processed foods. Other businesses include logistics, insurance agency services, operation of restaurant franchises, and the supervision, management, and operation of some overseas affiliated companies.
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