What is the policy with respect to the distribution of profits ?

We reduced dividends in order to ensure stable finances.

In the medium and long term, we intend to raise dividends consistently, taking into account both earnings and our dividend payout ratio. In FY2010, we have decided to pay a fiscal year-end dividend of ¥20 per share. Including the interim dividend of ¥10 per share, this brings the annual dividend to ¥30 per share, ¥10 lower than the previous fiscal year.