EPCO Significantly Increases Employee Stock Ownership Plan Incentive Rate from 10% to 20% and Expands Coverage

EPCO Co., Ltd. announced the expansion of its employee stock ownership plan as part of its enhanced investment in human capital. The incentive grant rate will be doubled from the conventional 10% to 20% (200 yen for every 1,000 yen contributed), and the eligible scope will be broadened to include employees of group companies, such as its wholly-owned subsidiary ENE's. The maximum monthly contribution is set at 50,000 yen, and the new system will take effect starting with the June 2026 contributions. This initiative aims to support employees' medium- to long-term asset building and foster a stronger sense of ownership.