Alconix Corporation (Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Representative Director, President & CEO: Hiroshi Teshigawara, hereinafter referred to as Alconix) has implemented a wage increase of approximately 4.3%, combining a base salary increase and regular raises, effective July 2026, as part of its human capital management initiative, the "3 Ks" (Salary, Education, Opportunities). In line with the philosophy that "human resources are the source of value creation," Alconix will also raise the starting salary for new graduates joining in 2027 by 3.1% to ¥330,000, aiming to attract excellent talent. ■ Background The importance of improving compensation, including wages, in accordance with skills and experience for securing employees for sustainable growth has been pointed out in the "Analysis of Labor Economy, 2025 Edition" published by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. Against this backdrop, Alconix recognizes the importance of appropriate compensation not only at the time of hiring, such as starting salaries, but also for continuous growth and performance after joining the company, from the perspective of employee recruitment and retention. Alconix has decided to implement this wage increase to achieve employees' affluent future (Well-Being) and sound, strong, "sustainable" corporate growth by allowing valuable human resources to freely exercise their creativity within the group. ■ Details of Wage Increase Measures 1 Revision of Base Salary Base salary for non-management employees will be increased according to job grade. The average pay raise, including regular raises, is 4.3%. 2 Increase in Starting Salary To strengthen recruitment competitiveness in the labor market, the starting salary for new graduates scheduled to join in April 2027 will be increased by 3.1%. Starting Salary Increase Rate/Amount New Graduates Joining April 2025 ¥305,000 - New Graduates Joining April 2026 ¥320,000 4.9% / ¥15,000 New Graduates Joining April 2027 ¥330,000 3.1% / ¥10,000 (Reference) Alcon