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Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. is expected to post annual net income of ¥1.90 trillion, according to Visible Alpha estimates based on inputs by at least three analysts. Net income at Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc. is expected to have reached ¥1.26 trillion for the fiscal year that ended in March. Japanese banks have gained from the country's monetary policy normalization. The Bank of...

NEW YORK, May 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mizuho Americas today announced the hiring of Lloyd Walmsley as Managing Director and Senior Equity Research Analyst covering the Internet sector. Based in Atlanta, Walmsley reports to the Head of Americas Equity Research, Bill Featherston.

The Epson Tour's newest champion joins Legend Michelle Wie West and LPGA stars Rose Zhang and Ayaka Furue to form Team Mizuho

Mizuho to Raise Purse to $3.25 Million in 2026 Michelle Wie West to Continue as Mizuho Brand Ambassador and Tournament Host Liberty National Golf Club to Host Event in 2028-2030; Mountain Ridge Country Club Added for 2026-2027 NEW YORK, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mizuho Americas, the New York-headquartered arm of Mizuho Financial Group (NYSE: MFG), announced today that it has renewed its ...

Mizuho Financial benefits from rising rates in Japan and a strengthening of its capital position. MFG is relatively more rate-sensitive than its major banking peers, which makes it the best proxy for the Japanese central bank's monetary tightening stance. The bank's core CET-1 metric has crossed the 10% mark, putting it in a good position to allocate more capital to investment opportunities and...

My rating for Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is upgraded to a Buy due to its strategic investment in Rakuten Card and the resumption of share repurchases. MFG's 15% stake in Rakuten Card is expected to enhance the company's business mix and improve its Return On Equity. Mizuho's first share buyback in 16 years and a 24% dividend hike signal strong shareholder returns, boosting investor confidence.

Major Japanese banks logged gains in efficiency measured by their cost-to-income ratios over the 12 months ended Sept. 30, helped by improved profits.