BuybackMay 15, 2026, 07:01 AM
Mizuho Financial Group Announces 100B Share Buyback & Cancellation
AI Summary
Mizuho Financial Group's Board of Directors resolved to repurchase up to 25,000,000 shares, representing 1.0% of total outstanding shares, for a maximum aggregate amount of 100,000,000,000. The buyback period is from May 18, 2026, to August 31, 2026, using a market purchase utilizing a trust method. All repurchased shares will be cancelled on September 24, 2026, as part of the company's capital policy to enhance shareholder returns and maintain an optimal balance between capital adequacy and growth investment.
Key Highlights
- Board resolved to repurchase and cancel common stock.
- Maximum 25,000,000 shares to be repurchased.
- Represents 1.0% of total shares outstanding (excluding treasury stock).
- Aggregate repurchase price up to 100,000,000,000.
- Repurchase period: May 18, 2026, to August 31, 2026.
- Repurchase method: Market purchase utilizing trust method.
- All repurchased shares to be cancelled on September 24, 2026.
- Treasury stock as of March 31, 2026: 51,325,298 shares.
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