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Built to last: How Japan is approaching the cross-border payments challenge
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.
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Mizuho clarifies ‘no decision yet’ on Rakuten Bank investment
Rakuten Bank said that Mizuho “has not made any decision” regarding the investment.
1 day ago
Japanese megabank deposits lag loans as funding gap threatens lending capacity
M&A involving Japanese companies rose 8.8% in 2025.
4 days ago
SMFG logs record profit of $10.02b in FY3/2026
The Japanese megabank aims for a $10.7b net profit for FY3/2027.
5 days ago
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.
5 days ago
Japan's megabanks eye record earnings as BOJ rate hikes boost margins
Their earnings may further rise over the next two years.
5 days ago
Japan fintech market to hit $33b with 13% CAGR
Artificial intelligence blockchain and machine learning are driving sector expansion.
5 days ago
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.
Crédit Agricole shifts 350 staff into new Japan office
The group has opened a workplace on the 50th floor of Azabudai Hills Mori JP Tower.
SMFG completes acquisition of US-based Air Lease Corporation
Sumitomo Corporation now holds 47.51% of voting rights.
MUFG breaks ground on new HQ with 2030 target completion
It will have a total floor area of about 169,000 square meters.
SMFG targets 15% ROTE with new medium-term plan and vision
It named IT transformation a major management priority.
SMBC sells MANUBANK’s commercial banking unit to US’ Bank of Hope
Jenius Bank is not part of the transaction.
Mizuho Bank completes merger with research & tech unit
Research and consulting functions are now under the Mizuho Research Institute brand.
MUFG to build models for film and animation loans
MUFG will design models for valuation and completion guarantees needed to secure loans.
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