**KKR to Acquire 100% of FUJI SOFT in Privatization Deal**

March 25, 2025 – KKR has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the founding family of FUJI SOFT INCORPORATED to take the company private. The agreement supports KKR’s plan to acquire 100% ownership of FUJI SOFT through its affiliate FK Co., Ltd.

The plan involves a share consolidation to make FK and NFC Corporation the only shareholders, followed by a share repurchase by FUJI SOFT. An Extraordinary General Meeting is set for April 25, 2025, to approve the privatization. The final steps are expected to be completed by June 2025.

This move aligns with KKR’s strategy of long-term investment and growth in key markets, including Japan.