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ESOPJul 1, 2026, 06:12 AM

Mizuho Financial Group adds JPY 2.9B to BBT for 350K shares

AI Summary

Mizuho Financial Group announced an additional cash contribution of JPY 2.9 billion to its Board Benefit Trust (BBT) for directors and officers. This contribution will fund the acquisition of up to 350,000 shares from the stock market. The shares are expected to be acquired between July 14 and July 22, 2026, as part of the company's existing performance-based stock compensation program.

Key Highlights

  • Mizuho Financial Group to make an additional cash contribution to its Board Benefit Trust (BBT).
  • The contribution is for the stock compensation program for directors and executive officers.
  • JPY 2,900,000,000 is planned for the acquisition of shares.
  • A maximum of 350,000 common shares of the Company will be acquired.
  • Shares will be acquired from the stock market.
  • The acquisition period is planned from July 14, 2026, to July 22, 2026.