Mizuho Financial Group, Inc.
Notice on the Partial Change in the Decision Regarding Matters Related to Share Buyback and Share Cancellation
Expanded the share buyback limit from 60 million shares to 65 million shares and increased the total acquisition amount from 200 billion yen to 300 billion yen. The acquisition period is extended until March 31, 2026, and the scheduled cancellation date changed to April 22, 2026.
Key Figures
- Total number of shares to be acquired: 65,000,000 shares (upper limit)
- Total acquisition amount: 300 billion yen (upper limit)
- Scheduled cancellation date: April 22, 2026
AI要約
Overview of Capital Policy
Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. has resolved to expand the share buyback limit, extend the acquisition period, and increase the total acquisition amount as part of its capital policy aiming to balance capital enhancement, growth investment, and shareholder returns. The number of shares to be acquired has increased to 65 million shares (upper limit), and the total acquisition amount is set at 300 billion yen (upper limit). The acquisition method will be market purchase through a trust scheme, and the acquisition period has been extended to March 31, 2026.
Changes to Share Cancellation and Shareholder Return Policy
All acquired treasury shares are scheduled to be cancelled, with the scheduled cancellation date changed to April 22, 2026. The shareholder return policy involves progressive per-share dividend increases and flexible share buybacks, targeting a total return ratio of 50% or more. The policy aims to improve capital efficiency by considering business performance, capital condition, stock price levels, and growth investment opportunities.
