profitability

japan

Mizuho Investor Presentation

When Mizuho released its earnings announcement on May 15, the market response was rather muted, with the closing price down 2% on May 16th while the TOPIX was flat, despite a positive surprise: the introduction of a new shareholder return strategy focused on increasing dividends and targeting a payout ratio

economics

Bankruptcies on the rise

Corporate bankruptcies in Japan have significantly increased during November 2024. The number of bankruptcies has risen for the third consecutive month, and total debt is sharply higher compared to the same month last year. This trend is driven by a combination of factors including rising costs, labor shortages, and lingering