SoftBank Group Corp.
Notice Regarding Additional Investment in OpenAI
SoftBank Group will make an additional investment of 30 billion USD (4.6743 trillion JPY) in OpenAI, bringing the total investment to 64.6 billion USD with an equity stake of approximately 13%.
Key Figures
- Additional Investment Amount: 30 billion USD (4.6743 trillion JPY)
- Total Investment Amount: 64.6 billion USD
- Equity Stake: approximately 13%
AI要約
Overview of Additional Investment
SoftBank Group Corp. has entered into an agreement on February 27, 2026, to participate in a funding round led by OpenAI Group PBC through the SoftBank Vision Fund 2, committing an additional investment of 30 billion USD (4.6743 trillion JPY). The additional investment will be executed in three installments on April 1, July 1, and October 1, 2026, resulting in a total investment of 64.6 billion USD and an equity stake of approximately 13%. The investment will be in the form of preferred shares, which will automatically convert into common shares upon listing.
Fundraising and Financial Policy
The funds for this additional investment will initially be procured through bridge loans from major financial institutions, followed by utilization of held assets and various financing methods. SoftBank Group’s financial policy regarding Loan to Value (LTV) and liquidity remains unchanged: LTV will be kept below 25% under normal conditions and capped at 35% in abnormal situations, while ensuring liquidity sufficient for bond redemptions for the next two years.
