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SMFG targets $5b in sales and trading revenue: report
SMFG targets $5b in sales and trading revenue: report
Arihiro Nagata conservatively estimates that it would take six years to do so.
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Japan’s megabanks stockpile $5.48b in provisions despite record earnings
MUFG tripled its loan-loss provisions whilst Mizuho’s more than doubled.
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Norinchukin swings to $758.8m profit in FY2025
It expects to earn between $312m to $625m in FY2026.
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Japan Post Bank net income surges 26.8% to $3.31b on interest and fee gains
Net interest income and net fees and commission rose in FY2026/3.
SMBC and Toshiba build quantum-driven Japan and US equity indices
Stocks will be chosen and weighted using Toshiba’s quantum computer.
Mizuho Bank to become major shareholder of Rakuten Bank
Rakuten Bank may acquire corporate loans originated by Mizuho Bank, amongst others.
MUFG trims bond portfolio to limit losses but earnings slowdown looms
Its earnings growth is expected to slow to 5% from fiscal 2027.
Built to last: How Japan is approaching the cross-border payments challenge
Japan is extending it until the reliability it has delivered domestically is matched by when a payment leaves borders.
Mizuho clarifies ‘no decision yet’ on Rakuten Bank investment
Rakuten Bank said that Mizuho “has not made any decision” regarding the investment.
Japanese megabank deposits lag loans as funding gap threatens lending capacity
M&A involving Japanese companies rose 8.8% in 2025.
SMFG logs record profit of $10.02b in FY3/2026
The Japanese megabank aims for a $10.7b net profit for FY3/2027.
SMFG launches shareholder benefit program ahead of 2-for-1 stock split
They will be granted up to JPY30,000 worth of rewards points, amongst other perks.
Japan's megabanks eye record earnings as BOJ rate hikes boost margins
Their earnings may further rise over the next two years.
Japan fintech market to hit $33b with 13% CAGR
Artificial intelligence blockchain and machine learning are driving sector expansion.
Japanese banks build hidden risk in offshore credit push
Currently, direct exposure to US private credit appears limited at Japan’s major institutions, Fitch said.
Japan Post Bank flags $27.07b securities losses for FY2026
It does not expect the losses to have any impact on its earnings or annual dividend.
Mizuho, Nomura and partners launch blockchain trial for bond collateral
The project will test whether the transfer of rights and updates to book-entry transfer records can be executed using blockchain.
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