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AGM/EGMMay 28, 2026, 08:21 AM

Mizuho Financial Group Shareholder Proposal Withdrawn

AI Summary

Mizuho Financial Group announced the withdrawal of a shareholder proposal for its upcoming 24th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders on June 26, 2026. The proposal, which sought to amend the Articles of Incorporation regarding risks associated with Orient Corporation, was withdrawn by the proposing shareholders due to a significant change in Mizuho Bank's shareholding ratio in Orient Corporation. Mizuho's Board of Directors has consented to the withdrawal, though the convocation notice already posted does not reflect this change due to procedural requirements.

Key Highlights

  • Mizuho Financial Group received a document withdrawing a shareholder proposal for its 24th Ordinary General Meeting of Shareholders on June 26, 2026.
  • The withdrawn proposal concerned a partial amendment to the Articles of Incorporation regarding risks with Orient Corporation consolidation.
  • Proposing shareholders withdrew the proposal due to Mizuho Bank's decreased shareholding ratio in Orient Corporation.
  • Mizuho's Board of Directors consented to the withdrawal and will amend matters for the General Meeting.
  • The convocation notice posted on May 28, 2026, does not reflect the withdrawal due to procedural requirements.
  • Shareholders are requested to exercise voting rights on Proposal 1: Appointment of fourteen (14) directors.