KADOKAWA Responds to Sony Group Acquisition Reports: "No Decisions Have Been Made at This Time"
On November 20, KADOKAWA released a statement via its official website addressing recent reports about a potential acquisition by the Sony Group.
KADOKAWA （C）ORICON NewS inc.
In the statement titled "Regarding Certain Media Reports," KADOKAWA clarified:
"Certain media outlets have reported on a potential acquisition of our company by Sony Group Corporation. However, this information was not announced by us."
The company acknowledged having received an initial expression of interest regarding the acquisition of its shares but emphasized that no decisions have been made at this time.
KADOKAWA concluded by stating that any developments requiring public disclosure will be announced promptly.
KADOKAWA Official IR (EN)
Source : ORICON NEWS
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