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Mizuho Financial Group Inc.(MFG)
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for MFG
09/18/2026: MFG (5-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY for 107 days. Simulated Profits (24.04%). Updated daily EoD!
Mizuho Financial Group Inc. is a major Japanese banking institution that provides a broad range of financial services, including corporate and retail banking, asset management, and securities. The group benefits from a deeply entrenched client network and a stable position within the Japanese economy. Its primary growth strategy focuses on expanding high-margin advisory services and increasing its reach in international markets, particularly across Asia. Investors must monitor risks related to interest rate sensitivity, the high cost of digital transformation, and competitive pressure in the financial sector. The stock may be suitable for income-oriented investors seeking consistent dividends and exposure to a established, systemically important global bank.
How to Read the Upturn Advisory
The Upturn Star Rating and the current BUY, SELL, or PASS advisory are generated by Upturn’s AI advisory engine based on proprietary signal analysis, price behavior, advisory history, and historical signal performance.
Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.
Investor Fit
| Investor style | Fit | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Growth investor | Mixed fit | Growth is steady rather than explosive due to the mature nature of the Japanese banking market. |
| Momentum investor | Mixed fit | Momentum is conditional on favorable changes in Japanese monetary policy. |
| Value investor | Strong fit | The stock often trades at valuations that may appeal to investors seeking established financial institutions. |
| Dividend investor | Strong fit | Mizuho provides a consistent dividend yield, making it suitable for income-oriented portfolios. |
| Low-risk investor | Strong fit | As a major global systemic bank, it offers stability compared to higher-risk growth equities. |
Risk Profile
| Risk factor | Level | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Price volatility | Medium | Market fluctuations in Japan and global banking sectors can impact share price. |
| Valuation risk | Low | The stock historically trades near book value, limiting extreme downside valuation risk. |
| Competition risk (Banking) | Medium / high | Intense competition from domestic peers and fintech players pressures margins. |
| Business quality | Strong | The bank possesses a deep and entrenched corporate client base. |
| Dividend income | Medium | Dividends are reliable but subject to regulatory capital requirements. |
| Execution risk | Medium | Successful integration of international acquisitions is critical for growth. |
Price Behavior
Strong Uptrend
The stock has maintained a strong upward price trend across the last three quarters.
Moderately Choppy
The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 117.57% | Avg. Invested days 81 | Today’s Advisory Strong Buy |
Upturn Advisory Rating  | Upturn Advisory Performance  4.0 | Stock Returns Performance  5.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/18/2026 |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Large-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 133.98B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 14.96 | 1Y Target Price 10.48 |
Price to earnings Ratio 14.96 | 1Y Target Price 10.48 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 3.0M shares | Beta 0.39 | 52 Weeks Range 6.03 - 11.49 | Updated Date 09/18/2026 |
52 Weeks Range 6.03 - 11.49 | Updated Date 09/18/2026 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 1.68% | Basic EPS (TTM) 0.74 |
How Company Makes Money
| Business area | What it includes | Retail investor read |
|---|---|---|
| Net Interest Income | Interest earned on loans and securities net of interest paid on deposits. | The bank earns money by lending at higher rates than it pays for deposits. |
| Fee and Commission Income | Advisory services, asset management, and brokerage commissions. | Revenue is generated from providing financial expertise and services to clients. |
| Geography: Japan | Primary operations and domestic lending activities. | The majority of the company's business is centered in the Japanese economy. |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Valuation
Trailing PE 14.96 | Forward PE 14.6 | Enterprise Value -43.94T | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.03 |
Enterprise Value -43.94T | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.03 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 3.96 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA - | Shares Outstanding 12.10B | Shares Floating 12.17B |
Shares Outstanding 12.10B | Shares Floating 12.17B | ||
Percent Insiders 0.01 | Percent Institutions 2.25 |
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Financial Metrics
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Total Revenue (Scale)
Total money earned from selling products or services before any costs. It is needed to understand the scale of the business and its ability to generate income.
Net Income (Profit)
Final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes are deducted. It is needed to determine the overall profitability available to shareholders.
Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)
Cash remaining after operating activities and capital expenditures, showing cash available for growth. It is needed to evaluate the company’s ability to invest, pay dividends, or reduce debt.
📈 Growth & Strength
Operating Income (Core Profit)
Profit from core operations after deducting all operating expenses. It is needed to measure how efficiently the company runs its primary business activities.
EBITDA (Cash Earnings)
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization, indicating operating cash potential. It is needed to compare operating performance across companies without accounting or financing differences.
Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)
Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.
🛡️ Financial Safety
Cash (Liquidity Buffer)
Total cash and cash equivalents on hand. It is needed to evaluate immediate liquidity and financial flexibility.
Total Debt (Leverage Risk)
Total debt including both short-term and long-term components. It is needed to assess the company’s leverage and financial risk.
Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)
Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.
🧱 Balance Sheet Strength
Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)
Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.
Total Assets (Asset Base)
The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.
Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)
Income before provision for income taxes. It is needed to analyze profitability independent of tax structures.
⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors
Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)
Direct costs required to produce and deliver the products or services sold. It is needed to assess efficiency in production and service delivery.
Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)
Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.
Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)
Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.
News (Last Updated: 09/18/2026)
About Mizuho Financial Group Inc.
Exchange NYSE | Headquarters - | ||
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 52427 | Website https://www.mizuho-fg.co.jp |
Full time employees 52427 | Website https://www.mizuho-fg.co.jp | ||
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. The company offers finance solutions, including corporate, syndicated, acquisition, real estate, project, ECA, and other structured finance solutions; financing and advisory solutions for capital markets comprising debt, loan, and equity capital markets; corporate finance advisory services; treasury solutions that include deposit, cash management, and trade finance; and market solutions for foreign exchange, derivatives, futures, equities, and fixed income. It also provides asset management services; research services, such as industry, macroeconomic, equity, and fixed income research; and institutional services, including markets, JPY clearing, custody, fund administration, and securities lending services. The company was founded in 1873 and is headquartered in Chiyoda, Japan.
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