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Mizuho Financial Group raises profit forecast, benefits from BOJ rate hikes and efficiency gains.

Analyst Insights
30 Sep 2026
Seeking Alpha
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Mizuho Financial Group raises profit forecast, benefits from BOJ rate hikes and efficiency gains.

Mizuho Financial Group (MFG) maintains a 'Buy' rating as it benefits from Bank of Japan's rate hikes and internal growth initiatives. The company raised its FY26 net profit forecast by 7.7% to ¥1.4 trillion, expecting 12.1% year-on-year growth, with potential for more if rates increase further. Growth is driven by retail banking, asset management, and investment banking, while cost controls and AI adoption improve efficiency. This positions MFG well for future revenue and profit growth.

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