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Mizuho Financial Group Inc. (MFG)

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$6.67
Last Close (24-hour delay)
Profit since last BUY21.94%
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BUY since 69 days
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08/28/2025: MFG (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 69 days. Profits (21.94%). Updated daily EoD!

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Above Average Performance

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Number of Analysts

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2 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $6.24

1 Year Target Price $6.24

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$6.24 Target price
52w Low $3.77
Current$6.67
52w High $6.79

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 16.7%
Avg. Invested days 55
Today’s Advisory Regular Buy
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 83.10B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 13.9
1Y Target Price 6.24
Price to earnings Ratio 13.9
1Y Target Price 6.24
Volume (30-day avg) 2
Beta 0.17
52 Weeks Range 3.77 - 6.79
Updated Date 08/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 3.77 - 6.79
Updated Date 08/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 2.85%
Basic EPS (TTM) 0.48

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-07-31
When Before Market
Estimate 0.15
Actual 0.16

Profitability

Profit Margin 22.79%
Operating Margin (TTM) 38.76%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 0.31%
Return on Equity (TTM) 8.47%

Valuation

Trailing PE 13.9
Forward PE 11.47
Enterprise Value -56695136976896
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.02
Enterprise Value -56695136976896
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.02
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.21
Enterprise Value to EBITDA -
Shares Outstanding 12458900480
Shares Floating 2275776178
Shares Outstanding 12458900480
Shares Floating 2275776178
Percent Insiders 0.01
Percent Institutions 1.53

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Mizuho Financial Group Inc.

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Company Overview

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Mizuho Financial Group Inc. was formed in 2003 through the merger of Dai-Ichi Kangyo Bank, Fuji Bank, and Industrial Bank of Japan. It is one of the largest financial institutions in Japan and globally.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Retail & Business Banking: Offers banking services to individuals and small-to-medium sized enterprises.
  • Corporate & Investment Banking: Provides financial solutions to large corporations and institutional investors, including underwriting, M&A advisory, and lending.
  • Global Markets: Engages in trading and sales of various financial products, including fixed income, equities, and foreign exchange.
  • Asset Management: Manages investment portfolios for both retail and institutional clients.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team consists of the Group CEO, President, and executive officers. The organizational structure includes various business units and support functions.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Corporate Lending: Provides loans to corporations for various purposes, contributing significantly to revenue. Competitors include Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) and Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMFG). Market share is substantial in Japan, but varies internationally.
  • Investment Banking Services: Offers underwriting and M&A advisory services. Competitors include Goldman Sachs (GS) and JPMorgan Chase (JPM). Market share is significant, particularly in Japan and Asia. Revenue from this area represents a considerable portion of the companyu2019s earnings.
  • Retail Banking: Offers checking and savings accounts, mortgages, and other consumer banking services. In Japan, market share competes with SMFG and MUFG. Revenue generation is also considered important for Mizuho

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The financial services industry is undergoing digital transformation and facing increased regulatory scrutiny. Global economic conditions and interest rate environments significantly impact performance.

Positioning

Mizuho Financial Group Inc. is a major player in the global financial services industry, with a strong presence in Japan and Asia. It competes with global investment banks and other major financial institutions.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global financial services market has a TAM estimated in the trillions of USD. Mizuho is positioned to capture a portion of this market through its corporate lending, investment banking, and asset management segments.

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Strengths

  • Strong presence in Japan and Asia
  • Diversified business model
  • Established relationships with major corporations
  • Large capital base

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to Japanese economy
  • Relatively lower profitability compared to global peers
  • Complexity of internal structure
  • Regulatory compliance burden

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new markets in Asia and globally
  • Increased investment in digital technologies
  • Growing demand for sustainable finance
  • Strategic acquisitions to expand service offerings

Threats

  • Global economic downturn
  • Increased competition from fintech companies
  • Changes in regulatory environment
  • Geopolitical risks

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • MUFG
  • SMFG
  • JPM
  • GS

Competitive Landscape

Mizuho faces intense competition from domestic and global players. Its strength lies in its strong domestic presence and relationships. However, it needs to improve profitability and innovation to compete more effectively.

Major Acquisitions

Greenhill & Co.

  • Year: 2023
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 550
  • Strategic Rationale: Acquisition strengthens Mizuho's global M&A advisory capabilities.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

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Summary

Mizuho Financial Group is a large and diversified financial institution with a strong presence in Japan and Asia. While it benefits from a large capital base and established relationships, it faces challenges including increased competition, regulatory burden, and comparatively lower profitability. Recent acquisitions suggest efforts to increase its investment banking and global footprint. Overall, it has decent strengths but needs to focus on efficiency and growth.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • Financial News Outlets
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About Mizuho Financial Group Inc.

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters -
IPO Launch date 2000-09-28
President, Group CEO, Representative Corporate Executive & Executive Director Mr. Masahiro Kihara
Sector Financial Services
Industry Banks - Regional
Full time employees 52554
Full time employees 52554

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in banking, trust banking, securities, and other businesses related to financial services in Japan, the Americas, Europe, Asia/Oceania, and internationally. It operates through Retail & Business Banking Company; Corporate & Investment Banking Company; Global Corporate & Investment Banking Company; Global Markets Company; Asset Management Company; and Others segments. The company provides deposit products; syndicated, housing, and card loans; business matching services; management of retirement payments; and advisory services related to overseas expansions, and mergers and acquisitions-related services. It also offers consulting services, including asset management and asset succession; payroll services; and sells lottery tickets issued by prefectures and ordinance-designated cities. In addition, it offers fund management, underwriting of equity and bonds, risk hedging products; solutions on capital management, business and financial strategy; real estate services; advisory services and solutions, such as advice on financial strategy and proposals on investment products to financial institutions; and financial services that include funding support and public bonds underwriting. Further, the company offers corporate finance and transaction banking services; sales and trading services; investment products; pension funds; and ALM and investment services, including stable capital raising and balance sheet management, as well as management of fixed income, equity, and other securities portfolios. Additionally, the company provides online banking, cash management solutions, currency transaction, trade finance, custody, yen correspondence settlement, and research and consulting services; trust, securitization and structured finance, and stock transfer agency; and private banking and information technology-related services. Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.