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BuybackJun 1, 2026, 06:12 AM

Mizuho Financial Group Repurchases 2.08M Shares for 14.8B

AI Summary

Mizuho Financial Group announced the progress of its common stock repurchase program, buying back 2,085,100 shares for an aggregate price of ¥14,800,736,200 between May 18 and May 31, 2026. This repurchase is part of a larger program authorized by the Board of Directors on May 15, 2026, which aims to repurchase up to 25,000,000 shares or ¥100,000,000,000 by August 31, 2026.

Key Highlights

  • Mizuho Financial Group repurchased 2,085,100 common shares.
  • The aggregate repurchase price was ¥14,800,736,200.
  • The repurchase occurred from May 18, 2026, to May 31, 2026.
  • The shares were repurchased via market purchase utilizing a trust method.
  • The current buyback is part of a program authorized on May 15, 2026.
  • The total program allows for up to 25,000,000 shares (1.0% of outstanding) or ¥100,000,000,000.
  • The overall repurchase period for the program is from May 18, 2026, to August 31, 2026.