LEIFRAS Co., Ltd. Obtains Membership with the Nippon Sport Policy Commission

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LEIFRAS (Nasdaq: LFS) obtained membership with the Nippon Sport Policy Commission on March 18, 2026 to support Japan's Basic Act on Sport and national sports policy.

Leifras will participate as a supporting corporate partner to strengthen networks with government and promote community-based transitions of school club activities.

News Market Reaction – LFS

-9.02%

5 alerts

-9.02% News Effect

-4.3% Trough in 1 hr

-$7M Valuation Impact

$70M Market Cap

0.0x Rel. Volume

On the day this news was published, LFS declined 9.02%, reflecting a notable negative market reaction. Argus tracked a trough of -4.3% from its starting point during tracking. Our momentum scanner triggered 5 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility. This price movement removed approximately $7M from the company's valuation, bringing the market cap to $70M at that time.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.

Market Reality Check

Price: $2.71 Vol: Volume 1,852,257 vs 20-da...

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$2.71 Last Close

Volume Volume 1,852,257 vs 20-day average 155,990 (relative volume 11.87x) ahead of this policy partnership news. high

Technical Price 2.66 is trading below the 200-day MA at 3.37, despite the recent 19.82% gain.

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No sector peers with momentum or same-day headlines were flagged, suggesting this 19.82% move is company-specific rather than a broader Communication Services or Entertainment sector rotation.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Mar 16 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Mar 16	Product launch	Positive	+1.0%	Launch of SIX SHOOT soccer shooting competition to promote goal-scoring mindset.
Mar 12	Dual listing plans	Positive	-3.2%	Board resolution to begin preparations for potential Tokyo Stock Exchange dual listing.
Mar 12	Govt contract & growth	Positive	-0.6%	Shime Town contract and reported strong social business sales and school contracts growth.
Mar 10	Sports school alliance	Positive	+16.7%	Alliance with Blaublitz Akita to launch new soccer school and enter Akita Prefecture.
Mar 08	Childcare acquisition	Positive	-3.4%	Agreement to acquire four child development and daycare facilities in Miyagi Prefecture.

Pattern Detected

Recent news often focused on growth and partnerships has produced mixed reactions, with multiple positive updates followed by negative price moves and only some headlines driving strong gains.

Recent Company History

Over recent months, LFS has reported a series of growth-oriented initiatives, including acquisitions in child welfare, expansion of its soccer school network to 46 prefectures, new community-based club activity contracts, and preparations for a potential Tokyo Stock Exchange dual listing. Prior headlines have yielded both sharp gains and selloffs despite generally constructive business updates. Today’s NSPC membership aligns with this strategy of deepening ties with public institutions and expanding its role in Japan’s sports and education ecosystem.

Market Pulse Summary

The stock moved -9.0% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite positive news ...

Analysis

The stock moved -9.0% in the session following this news. A negative reaction despite positive news fits prior instances where growth-oriented announcements, such as acquisitions and new contracts, coincided with share price declines of -3.16% and -3.4%. While NSPC membership strengthens Leifras’ policy connections and supports its community-based club activities model, the stock has sometimes sold off on good news as the market weighed execution risk, integration challenges, and broader valuation concerns relative to its trading level below the 200-day moving average.

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To Support National Sports Policy and Accelerate Community-Based Transition of School Club Activities

TOKYO, March 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LEIFRAS Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: LFS) (the "Company" or "Leifras"), a sports and social business company dedicated to youth sports and community engagement, is pleased to announce that it has obtained membership with the Nippon Sport Policy Commission ("NSPC"), a general incorporated foundation that supports the promotion of sports policy in Japan. Leifras will participate in NSPC's activities as a supporting corporate partner and help promote the principles of Japan's Basic Act on Sport. Through the membership, Leifras aims to further strengthen its network with government and related organizations, and contribute to a sustainable and bright future for club activities by addressing social issues currently facing the Japanese educational field, such as the need to shift club activities from schools to local communities.

Background: Addressing Structural Challenges in School Club Activities

In Japan, maintaining club activities has become increasingly challenging due to teachers' long working hours and declining birth rates, posing a serious social issue in the educational field. In response, the Japanese government is promoting the transition of club activities from schools to communities. Against this backdrop, Leifras has been at the forefront of this transition. As a leading private-sector provider, the Company has been entrusted with club support projects by local governments across the country, dispatching high-quality instructors and managing club operations to support club activities in local communities.

To further promote Leifras' business development and to bring its corporate philosophy of "changing and designing sports" to broader society, Leifras has decided to join NSPC, a leader in promoting sports policy in Japan. Leifras' social business is well aligned with the direction of NSPC'S guideline, such as school club support, and will enable the Company to stay connected with the latest policy trends while satisfying the on-the-ground needs of schools and communities.

Synergy Through Collaboration: Achieving a Bright Future for Club Activities

Through the collaboration with NSPC, the Company expects to gain timely access to the latest information on sports policy through events hosted or co-hosted by NSPC, and also to strengthen its network with government and related organizations. By combining Leifras' extensive on-site know-how as a private-sector company with the national sports policy, the Company aims to contribute to the realization of a "bright future for club activities," which involves the following focus areas:

• Achieving a balance that reduces the burden on teachers while preserving opportunities for children to play sports;
• Building a new, sustainable sports environment and infrastructure tailored to regional conditions; and
• Expanding access to higher-quality sports education based on the latest policy trends.

Future Outlook: Accelerating the Resolution of Social Issues Through Sports

Through its collaboration with NSPC, Leifras intends to enhance its network and social credibility and thus further deepen its collaboration with local governments and educational institutions across the country. Leifras aims to contribute to society as a social business platform that will not only address the issue of club activities, but also transform Japan's entire sports environment into a sustainable one.

About LEIFRAS Co., Ltd.

Headquartered in Tokyo, Leifras is a sports and social business company dedicated to youth sports and community engagement. The Company primarily provides services related to the organization and operations of sports schools and sports events for children. As of December 31, 2024, Leifras was recognized as one of Japan's largest operators of children's sports schools in terms of both membership and facilities by Tokyo Shoko Research. The Company's approach to sports education emphasizes the development of non-cognitive skills, following the teaching principle "acknowledge, praise, encourage, and motivate." The holistic approach that integrates physical and mental development sets Leifras apart in the industry. Building upon deep experience and know-how in sports education, Leifras also operates a robust social business sector, dispatching sports coaches to meet various community needs with the aim to promote physical health, social inclusion, and community well-being across different demographics.

For more information, please visit the Company's website: https://ir.leifras.co.jp/.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company's current expectations and projections about future events that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy, and financial needs. Investors can find many (but not all) of these statements by the use of words such as "approximates," "believes," "hopes," "expects," "anticipates," "estimates," "projects," "intends," "plans," "will," "would," "should," "could," "may," or other similar expressions in this press release. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks, including, but not limited to, the uncertainties related to market conditions, and other factors discussed in the "Risk Factors" section of the registration statement filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the registration statement and other filings with the SEC. Additional factors are discussed in the Company's filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov.

For more information, please contact:

LEIFRAS Co., Ltd.
Investor Relations Department
Email: IR@leifras.co.jp

Ascent Investor Relations LLC
Tina Xiao
Phone: +1-646-932-7242
Email: investors@ascent-ir.com

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SOURCE LEIFRAS Co., Ltd.

FAQ

What does LEIFRAS (LFS) membership in the Nippon Sport Policy Commission mean for the company?

It signals strengthened policy ties and credibility with government and organizations. According to the company, membership gives Leifras access to NSPC events and policy updates to support community-based school club transitions and expand collaboration with local governments and schools.

How will LEIFRAS (LFS) support the transition of school club activities to communities?

Leifras will provide instructor dispatch and club management support in local communities. According to the company, combining its on-site know-how with NSPC guidance aims to reduce teacher burden and build sustainable regional sports infrastructure.

Does the LEIFRAS (LFS) NSPC membership change its business strategy or services?

The membership aligns with Leifras' existing social business approach to youth sports and community engagement. According to the company, it intends to use NSPC links to inform services, deepen local government partnerships, and better match offerings to policy trends.

Will LEIFRAS (LFS) gain access to policy information and events through NSPC membership?

Yes, membership provides timely access to NSPC-hosted events and policy information. According to the company, this access will help Leifras stay connected to national sports policy while addressing practical needs of schools and communities.

How might LEIFRAS (LFS) membership affect its collaborations with local governments?

Membership is expected to deepen trust and collaboration with municipalities and schools. According to the company, stronger NSPC ties should enhance Leifras' ability to secure and deliver community-based club support projects nationwide.

What are the stated social goals of LEIFRAS (LFS) through this NSPC partnership?

Leifras aims to reduce teacher workload, expand access to quality sports education, and create sustainable regional sports environments. According to the company, the partnership targets a "bright future for club activities" by aligning practice with national policy.