Sony Group (NYSE: SONY) repurchases 37,208,300 shares

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Sony Group Corporation reported progress on its ongoing share repurchase program authorized by its Board of Directors. In the period from February 1 to February 28, 2026, Sony repurchased 25,107,900 shares of its common stock for a total of ¥87,055,622,324 through open-market purchases on the Tokyo Stock Exchange under a discretionary trading contract.

The broader program authorizes up to 90 million shares, or 1.51% of shares issued and outstanding excluding treasury stock, with a maximum total purchase amount of ¥250 billion from November 12, 2025 to May 14, 2026. Cumulatively, Sony has repurchased 37,208,300 shares for ¥137,055,528,619 under this authorization.

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

WASHINGTON, D. C. 20549

FORM 6-K

REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATE ISSUER

Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16 of

the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

For the month of March 2026

Commission File Number: 001-06439

SONY GROUP CORPORATION

(Translation of registrant’s name into English)

1-7-1 KONAN, MINATO-KU, TOKYO, 108-0075, JAPAN

(Address of principal executive offices)

The registrant files annual reports under cover of Form 20-F.

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant files or will file annual reports under cover of Form 20-F or Form 40-F,

Form 20-F x Form 40-F ¨

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

	SONY GROUP CORPORATION (Registrant)
	By:	/s/ Lin Tao
		(Signature)
	Lin Tao
	Chief Financial Officer

Date: March 4, 2026

List of Materials

Documents attached hereto:

Notice Regarding the Status of Repurchase of Shares of Common Stock (Repurchase of Shares Under the Provision of Sony’s Articles of Incorporation Pursuant to Article 459, Paragraph 1 of the Companies Act)

March 4, 2026

Sony Group Corporation

Notice Regarding the Status of Repurchase of Shares of Common Stock 

(Repurchase of Shares Under the Provision of Sony’s Articles of Incorporation Pursuant to
Article 459, Paragraph 1 of the Companies Act)

Sony Group Corporation (“Sony”) announced today the status of the repurchase of shares of its own common stock pursuant to Article 459, Paragraph 1 of the Companies Act of Japan and Article 34 of Sony’s Articles of Incorporation, which was approved at the meetings of its Board of Directors held on November 11, 2025, February 5, 2026, and February 26, 2026, as follows.

1.	Class of shares repurchased:	Common stock of Sony
2.	Total number of shares repurchased:	25,107,900 shares
3.	Total purchase amount for repurchased shares:	87,055,622,324 yen
4.	Period of repurchase:	February 1, 2026 to February 28, 2026
5.	Method of repurchase:	Open market purchase through the Tokyo Stock Exchange based on a discretionary trading contract

(For reference)

1. Details of resolution approved at the Board of Directors meetings held on November 11, 2025, February 5, 2026, and February 26, 2026

	(1)	Class of shares to be repurchased	Common stock of Sony
	(2)	Total number of shares for repurchase	90 million shares (maximum) (1.51% of total number of shares issued and outstanding (excluding treasury stock))
	(3)	Total purchase amount for repurchase of shares	250 billion yen (maximum)
	(4)	Period of repurchase	November 12, 2025 to May 14, 2026
	(5)	Method of repurchase	Expected open market purchase through the Tokyo Stock Exchange based on a discretionary trading contract

2. Total number and purchase amount of shares repurchased pursuant to the above-mentioned resolution of its Board of Directors (as of February 28, 2026)

	(1)	Total number of shares repurchased	37,208,300 shares
	(2)	Total purchase amount for repurchased shares	137,055,528,619 yen

End of document

FAQ

What share repurchase activity did Sony Group Corporation (SONY) report for February 2026?

Sony repurchased 25,107,900 shares in February 2026. Between February 1 and February 28, 2026, the company bought back these common shares for a total of ¥87,055,622,324 via open-market transactions on the Tokyo Stock Exchange under a discretionary trading contract.

What is the maximum size of Sony (SONY)'s current share repurchase program?

Sony's program allows up to 90 million shares. The authorization covers a maximum of 90 million common shares, equal to 1.51% of issued and outstanding shares excluding treasury stock, with a total purchase amount cap of ¥250 billion through May 14, 2026.

Over what period is Sony (SONY) authorized to repurchase its common stock?

The repurchase authorization runs from November 12, 2025 to May 14, 2026. During this window, Sony may buy back up to 90 million shares for as much as ¥250 billion through open-market transactions on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.

How much stock has Sony (SONY) bought back cumulatively under this authorization?

Cumulative repurchases total 37,208,300 shares. Under the current Board-approved authorization, Sony has acquired 37,208,300 common shares for a total purchase amount of ¥137,055,528,619, reflecting activity across the program period to date.

What method is Sony (SONY) using to execute its share repurchases?

Sony is using open-market purchases on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. The company conducts these buybacks based on a discretionary trading contract, allowing its broker to repurchase common stock within the limits set by the Board-approved authorization.