Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. announced on November 14, 2024, plans to repurchase up to 60 million shares (1.5% of total issued shares) for JPY 150 billion to enhance shareholder returns, with the repurchase period from November 15, 2024, to January 31, 2025, and cancellation of repurchased shares scheduled for February 20, 2025.