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Kasikornbank Public Company Limited (KBANK.BK)

Q3 2026
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KBANK Q3 2026: Strong Earnings, Upgrades, but Floods and Valuation Risks

  • Q2 Earnings Beat and Analyst Upgrades Q2 profit beat forecasts by 5-6% on fee income and trading gains, leading analysts to raise target prices to 253-300 baht. This boosted investor confidence and supported the stock price.

    This was a key positive catalyst that drove the stock higher during the period.

  • Loan Growth and Digital Expansion Loan growth of 4.5-5.1%, a potential $2bn data-centre loan, and digital-asset expansion via Orbix's gold-backed token supported earnings. These initiatives signal future revenue growth.

    These developments contributed to positive earnings expectations and stock performance.

  • Fitch Outlook Upgrade and Foreign Inflows Fitch upgraded its outlook, foreign inflows returned, and election risk faded. This improved market sentiment and attracted foreign investment, lifting the stock.

    These factors enhanced the bank's creditworthiness and investor appeal.

  • Profit Pressure and Flood Impact Fitch warned of sector-wide profit pressure and weakening asset quality. UOB Kay Hian forecast a 6.2% Q3 profit decline. Late-September floods cut shares 4.13% on September 30, though brokers called it a buying opportunity.

    These risks weighed on the stock price and investor sentiment during the period.

September 2026
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KBANK rises on rate-cut end, strong fees, inflows; floods cap gains

  • End of rate-cut cycle and Fed hikes lift bank earnings Thailand's rate-cut cycle ended and Fed rate hikes helped bank earnings. KBANK was named a top pick by multiple brokers with target prices of 270–300 baht, reflecting improved profit outlook.

    This macro shift directly boosted KBANK's earnings prospects and stock price.

  • Strong loan growth and fee income beat expectations Loan growth and a 22.4% jump in fee income exceeded expectations. BOT SME credit mechanisms eased bad-loan worries, while strong exports (up 21.6%) and a weak baht supported borrowers.

    These operational improvements drove KBANK's financial performance and investor confidence.

  • Foreign inflows, Fitch upgrade, election risk removed Foreign inflows, Fitch's outlook upgrade, and a court ruling that removed election risk added support. Orbix's SEC-approved gold token also contributed to the positive sentiment.

    These external and regulatory factors reduced uncertainty and attracted investors to KBANK.

  • Q3 profit dip forecast and Bangkok floods hit shares UOB Kay Hian forecast Q3 profit falling 6.2% year-on-year, and late-September Bangkok floods sparked bad-loan and margin fears, cutting KBANK shares 4.13% on September 30. Brokers still saw Q3 core profit rising 5% and called the selloff a buying opportunity.

    This counterweight explains the temporary price drop and shows balanced risks.

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Flood fears hit KBANK, but brokers see Q3 profit growth and buying chance

  • Bangkok floods raise bad-loan and margin worries, hitting bank stocks Heavy rain flooded Bangkok in late September. Banks, including KBANK, offered relief like payment holidays and lower rates. Investors feared this would squeeze net interest margin and raise bad loans, so KBANK shares fell 4.13% on September 30. KBANK's retail loans are about 10% of its book, so the hit is moderate.

    This is the main new force pushing KBANK down this period.

  • Brokers say Q3 profit will grow and KBANK is a top pick Bualuang expects KBANK's Q3 core profit to rise 5% from a year earlier, helped by lower bad-loan provisions and growing fee income. InnovestX also picks KBANK as a top pick, saying bank profits are turning a corner and loan growth will improve into 2027. This supports the stock price.

    It gives the positive earnings counterweight to the flood-driven selloff.

  • Court ruling removes election-annulment risk, lifting bank sentiment Thailand's Constitutional Court ruled that barcode ballots are valid, so the February 2026 election stands. This removes fears of a political vacuum that could stall government policy. Banks like KBANK, which depend on policy continuity and foreign investor confidence, benefit from the reduced political risk.

    It is a new political-risk reducer that supports KBANK's price.

  • Brokers call the flood selloff a buying chance for KBANK Krungsri says the market has already priced in a 2.7% drop from flood de-risking and that the banking group, including KBANK, is now attractive for re-accumulation. It keeps KBANK as a Top Pick with a 300 baht target. This view can support the share price after the fall.

    It shows a key counterweight to the negative flood impact and a reason for the stock to recover.

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KBANK gains on higher rates, strong loans, but Q3 profit dip looms

  • Fed rate hikes and rising bond yields lift bank earnings outlook The Fed raised rates to 3.75–4.00% and signaled more hikes, pushing US 10-year yields to a 19-year high. Higher rates let KBANK earn more on loans than it pays for funds, boosting profit. Brokers name KBANK a top pick, with targets up to 270 baht.

    This is the main new macro force driving KBANK's price up this period.

  • Strong loan growth and fee income beat expectations KBANK's loans grew 0.2% in August, led by business loans, and first-half fee income jumped 22.4% on a 22.4% mutual fund market share. Analysts say full-year loans may exceed targets by 1–2%, supporting earnings and the stock price.

    New company-specific data shows KBANK's core business outperforming, a direct positive for the stock.

  • Foreign inflows and Fitch outlook upgrade boost bank stocks Foreign investors bought a net 6.7 billion baht of Thai stocks over three days, and Fitch revised Thailand's credit outlook to Stable. This improved sentiment lifted KBANK and peers, with DAOL naming KBANK a top pick with a 270 baht target.

    New foreign fund flows and a sovereign rating outlook change directly support KBANK's price.

  • Q3 profit expected to fall 6% year-on-year UOB Kay Hian forecasts KBANK's Q3 2026 profit at 12.2 billion baht, down 6.2% from a year earlier, as sector profit drops 10%. This is a real counterweight: despite positive rate and loan trends, near-term earnings are expected to shrink, which could cap gains.

    It provides the main negative counterbalance to the otherwise positive drivers.

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Rate-cut cycle ends and Fed hikes lift KBANK, plus SME credit and export tailwinds

  • End of rate-cut cycle and Fed hikes favor bank earnings Brokers say the Thai rate-cut cycle is over and the Fed has started hiking, pushing bond yields up. Higher rates let banks earn more on loans than they pay for funds, lifting profit. KBANK is named a top pick by Pie, TTB Wealth, KSS and others.

    This is the main new force behind KBANK's price this period, repeated across several fresh broker notes.

  • BOT's three SME credit mechanisms ease bad-loan worries The Bank of Thailand is rolling out a Credit Portal, a new credit guarantee fund and use of alternative data from December 2026. These aim to boost SME lending and reduce bad loans. Dao Securities picks KBANK as the bank likely to gain the most, with a 270 baht target.

    A new regulatory catalyst that directly improves KBANK's lending outlook and sentiment.

  • Strong exports and weak baht support borrowers and bank demand Thai exports grew 21.6% in July, beating forecasts, and the baht has weakened to 33.38 per dollar. Better exports mean businesses borrow and repay more easily, which helps banks. Brokers list KBANK among top picks tied to this export strength.

    A fresh macro tailwind that supports loan demand and credit quality for KBANK.

  • KBANK's Orbix unit launches SEC-approved gold token MTS Gold Investment Token opened for subscription via the kubix app, run by KBANK's Orbix group and approved by the SEC. It offers 3% base return plus gold-price upside. This shows KBANK's digital finance arm is winning new business, a small but real positive.

    A new company-specific development showing KBANK's digital arm is active and growing.

August 2026
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KBANK target raised on strong Q2, dividend potential; loan pipeline builds

  • UOB Kay Hian raises KBANK target to 285 baht on strong Q2 and dividend upside UOB Kay Hian lifted its KBANK target price to 285 baht from 260 baht and kept a buy rating, after raising profit forecasts for 2026-2028 by about 3%. Management confirmed a dividend payout of at least 50%, with room for more or a special dividend, and said 2026 loan growth may exceed target. This directly supports the stock price.

    This is the most direct, KBANK-specific new catalyst in the period, with a clear upward push on the price.

  • True IDC's $2 billion data-centre loan talks boost KBANK lending pipeline True IDC is negotiating a roughly $2 billion (67 billion baht) loan to build a new data centre near Bangkok. Krungsri Securities names KBANK among the first banks to benefit. A loan this size adds to KBANK's corporate lending book and future interest income, supporting earnings and the stock price.

    It is a concrete new large loan opportunity that adds to KBANK's growth pipeline, a key driver of future profit.

  • Land Bridge shelved, but smaller projects keep investment and loan demand alive The Land Bridge mega-project was put on hold due to budget concerns, but analysts say investment will shift to smaller, faster projects like the Thai-Chinese railway and private deep-sea ports. KBANK is named as a beneficiary of this continued investment momentum, which supports loan demand and GDP, helping the stock.

    It shows a new infrastructure-investment path that still benefits KBANK, replacing a stalled project with a positive loan-demand story.

  • KBANK's digital-asset arm Orbix powers Thailand's first gold-backed token Mae Thong Suk launched Thailand's first gold-backed digital token with a fixed 3% return, offered through KBANK's Orbix Group apps. This expands KBANK's digital asset business and fee income, showing innovation beyond traditional banking. It is a small but positive new revenue stream that supports the stock's growth story.

    It is a new, KBANK-specific business development that adds a potential fee-income stream and supports the growth narrative.

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KBANK target raised on strong Q2, dividend potential; loan pipeline builds

  • UOB Kay Hian raises KBANK target to 285 baht on strong Q2 and dividend upside UOB Kay Hian lifted its KBANK target price to 285 baht from 260 baht and kept a buy rating, after raising profit forecasts for 2026-2028 by about 3%. Management confirmed a dividend payout of at least 50%, with room for more or a special dividend, and said 2026 loan growth may exceed target. This directly supports the stock price.

    This is the most direct, KBANK-specific new catalyst in the period, with a clear upward push on the price.

  • True IDC's $2 billion data-centre loan talks boost KBANK lending pipeline True IDC is negotiating a roughly $2 billion (67 billion baht) loan to build a new data centre near Bangkok. Krungsri Securities names KBANK among the first banks to benefit. A loan this size adds to KBANK's corporate lending book and future interest income, supporting earnings and the stock price.

    It is a concrete new large loan opportunity that adds to KBANK's growth pipeline, a key driver of future profit.

  • Land Bridge shelved, but smaller projects keep investment and loan demand alive The Land Bridge mega-project was put on hold due to budget concerns, but analysts say investment will shift to smaller, faster projects like the Thai-Chinese railway and private deep-sea ports. KBANK is named as a beneficiary of this continued investment momentum, which supports loan demand and GDP, helping the stock.

    It shows a new infrastructure-investment path that still benefits KBANK, replacing a stalled project with a positive loan-demand story.

  • KBANK's digital-asset arm Orbix powers Thailand's first gold-backed token Mae Thong Suk launched Thailand's first gold-backed digital token with a fixed 3% return, offered through KBANK's Orbix Group apps. This expands KBANK's digital asset business and fee income, showing innovation beyond traditional banking. It is a small but positive new revenue stream that supports the stock's growth story.

    It is a new, KBANK-specific business development that adds a potential fee-income stream and supports the growth narrative.

July 2026
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KBANK Q2 profit beats, analysts raise targets; sector sell-off on valuation

  • Q2 profit beats expectations, analysts raise targets KBANK's Q2 2026 net profit of 13.2 billion baht beat forecasts by 5-6%, driven by fee income and trading gains. Analysts at Asia Plus, CGSI, and Krungsri raised target prices to 253-300 baht, citing strong loan growth, high dividend yield, and low book value. This positive earnings surprise and analyst upgrades push the stock up.

    This is the core new event that directly drives KBANK's price higher.

  • Sector sell-off on stretched valuations after earnings Despite good Q2 results, bank stocks fell as investors took profits, with KBANK dropping 2.1% on July 21. Valuations had become stretched after a strong rally, with many banks trading at or above one times book value. This short-term selling pressure weighs on KBANK's price.

    It explains the immediate negative price reaction despite positive earnings.

  • Strong loan growth and investment cycle support KBANK's loans grew 4.5-5.1% from the previous quarter, led by large corporate loans. BOI applications surged 37% in H1 2026, signaling increased investment activity that should boost loan demand for banks like KBANK. This supports future earnings and the stock price.

    It highlights a fundamental growth driver that underpins the positive outlook.

  • Fitch warns of profit pressure in 2026 Fitch Ratings expects Thai banks' profits to shrink in 2026 due to economic slowdown and narrowing net interest margins, with asset quality weakening in SME and retail segments. While KBANK's Q2 beat expectations, this sector-wide headwind could cap gains and adds uncertainty.

    It provides a counterweight to the positive earnings surprise, showing risks ahead.

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KBANK Q2 profit beats, analysts raise targets; sector sell-off on valuation

  • Q2 profit beats expectations, analysts raise targets KBANK's Q2 2026 net profit of 13.2 billion baht beat forecasts by 5-6%, driven by fee income and trading gains. Analysts at Asia Plus, CGSI, and Krungsri raised target prices to 253-300 baht, citing strong loan growth, high dividend yield, and low book value. This positive earnings surprise and analyst upgrades push the stock up.

    This is the core new event that directly drives KBANK's price higher.

  • Sector sell-off on stretched valuations after earnings Despite good Q2 results, bank stocks fell as investors took profits, with KBANK dropping 2.1% on July 21. Valuations had become stretched after a strong rally, with many banks trading at or above one times book value. This short-term selling pressure weighs on KBANK's price.

    It explains the immediate negative price reaction despite positive earnings.

  • Strong loan growth and investment cycle support KBANK's loans grew 4.5-5.1% from the previous quarter, led by large corporate loans. BOI applications surged 37% in H1 2026, signaling increased investment activity that should boost loan demand for banks like KBANK. This supports future earnings and the stock price.

    It highlights a fundamental growth driver that underpins the positive outlook.

  • Fitch warns of profit pressure in 2026 Fitch Ratings expects Thai banks' profits to shrink in 2026 due to economic slowdown and narrowing net interest margins, with asset quality weakening in SME and retail segments. While KBANK's Q2 beat expectations, this sector-wide headwind could cap gains and adds uncertainty.

    It provides a counterweight to the positive earnings surprise, showing risks ahead.

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (8411.JP)

Q3 2026
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Mizuho gains on higher rates, AI and fintech bets, but risks temper

  • Rising rates lift profit and buyback Japan's rising interest rates boosted Mizuho's April–June profit by about 45%, leading to a higher full-year forecast of ¥1.4tn and an expanded ¥200bn share buyback.

    This is the main positive force behind the stock, showing how higher rates directly increase profit and shareholder returns.

  • AI and fintech partnerships advance Mizuho formed an alliance with Rakuten Bank for cheaper funding, joined an Nvidia-backed AI factory, expanded AI lending, and piloted stablecoin and tokenized deposits.

    These moves show Mizuho investing in future growth areas, which can support the stock by improving efficiency and opening new revenue streams.

  • Stablecoin and lending competition intensifies Open USD stablecoin competition clouds Mizuho's yen stablecoin strategy, while US banks joining the Japan-US lending framework raises foreign-currency funding costs and competition.

    These competitive pressures could squeeze Mizuho's margins and slow its stablecoin plans, acting as a drag on the stock.

  • Loan scandal raises credit concerns A ~$100m loan to Radiant World, backed by allegedly fake Glencore invoices, raises credit-check concerns and potential losses, while blockchain settlement payoffs remain years away.

    This highlights a risk of financial loss and reputational damage, which can weigh on investor confidence and the stock price.

September 2026
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Mizuho gains from higher rates and stablecoin push, but faces credit loss

  • Higher rates lift lending margins The Bank of Japan raised rates again in September, and Mizuho lifted its October variable mortgage rate to 1.275% and fixed rate to 3.6%. Higher rates let banks earn more on loans, boosting profit. This is the main force pushing Mizuho's stock up.

    This is the core driver of Mizuho's improving profitability and stock price.

  • Stablecoin initiatives open new business Mizuho joined a global stablecoin venture and an FSA-backed pilot for trade settlement using stablecoins. These moves position Mizuho in faster, cheaper cross-border payments, which could bring new fee income and keep it competitive. Investors see long-term growth potential.

    Shows Mizuho's strategic push into digital finance, a new growth area.

  • Radiant credit loss raises risk concerns Mizuho lent about $100 million to Radiant World, backed by invoices that Glencore says are fake. Mizuho has taken legal action. This could lead to a financial hit and raises questions about Mizuho's lending checks, weighing on the stock.

    A concrete credit event that could hurt earnings and reputation.

  • Bank stocks rally on rate hike bets Japanese bank stocks, including Mizuho, jumped as bond yields hit multi-decade highs and investors bet on more BOJ rate hikes. Higher yields improve banks' investment income. This broad sector optimism supports Mizuho's share price.

    Captures the market's positive reaction to the rate environment, a key price driver.

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Mizuho gains from higher rates and stablecoin push, but faces credit loss

  • Higher rates lift lending margins The Bank of Japan raised rates again in September, and Mizuho lifted its October variable mortgage rate to 1.275% and fixed rate to 3.6%. Higher rates let banks earn more on loans, boosting profit. This is the main force pushing Mizuho's stock up.

    This is the core driver of Mizuho's improving profitability and stock price.

  • Stablecoin initiatives open new business Mizuho joined a global stablecoin venture and an FSA-backed pilot for trade settlement using stablecoins. These moves position Mizuho in faster, cheaper cross-border payments, which could bring new fee income and keep it competitive. Investors see long-term growth potential.

    Shows Mizuho's strategic push into digital finance, a new growth area.

  • Radiant credit loss raises risk concerns Mizuho lent about $100 million to Radiant World, backed by invoices that Glencore says are fake. Mizuho has taken legal action. This could lead to a financial hit and raises questions about Mizuho's lending checks, weighing on the stock.

    A concrete credit event that could hurt earnings and reputation.

  • Bank stocks rally on rate hike bets Japanese bank stocks, including Mizuho, jumped as bond yields hit multi-decade highs and investors bet on more BOJ rate hikes. Higher yields improve banks' investment income. This broad sector optimism supports Mizuho's share price.

    Captures the market's positive reaction to the rate environment, a key price driver.

August 2026
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Mizuho lifts profit outlook on rate hikes, buyback and blockchain push

  • Profit forecast raised on strong quarter Mizuho lifted its full-year net profit forecast to 1.4 trillion yen from 1.3 trillion, after April–June profit jumped about 45%. Higher interest rates in Japan widen the gap between what banks pay savers and earn on loans, so each rate rise feeds straight into profit.

    The upgraded guidance and profit jump are the core new reason the stock is moving.

  • Bigger share buyback Mizuho expanded its buyback from 25 million shares and 100 billion yen to 35 million shares and 200 billion yen. Buying back stock shrinks the number of shares, so each remaining share is worth more — a direct boost to the share price.

    The enlarged buyback is a fresh, concrete use of capital that supports the stock.

  • Whole banking sector riding rate hikes Combined April–June profit at Japan's five biggest banks rose 42% to 1.96 trillion yen, with Mizuho up 45.5%. The Bank of Japan's rate increases are lifting lending margins across the sector, and rising share prices are boosting fee income from selling investment products.

    It shows Mizuho's gain is part of a broad, durable rate-driven sector trend, not a one-off.

  • Blockchain settlement plan includes Mizuho Japan's regulators plan blockchain-based settlement for stocks and government bonds by around 2027, and Mizuho is one of three big banks piloting tokenized deposits. If it works, faster settlement could cut costs and open new fee income, though the payoff is years away.

    It is a new long-term technology opportunity that could add value beyond current profits.

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Mizuho lifts profit outlook on rate hikes, buyback and blockchain push

  • Profit forecast raised on strong quarter Mizuho lifted its full-year net profit forecast to 1.4 trillion yen from 1.3 trillion, after April–June profit jumped about 45%. Higher interest rates in Japan widen the gap between what banks pay savers and earn on loans, so each rate rise feeds straight into profit.

    The upgraded guidance and profit jump are the core new reason the stock is moving.

  • Bigger share buyback Mizuho expanded its buyback from 25 million shares and 100 billion yen to 35 million shares and 200 billion yen. Buying back stock shrinks the number of shares, so each remaining share is worth more — a direct boost to the share price.

    The enlarged buyback is a fresh, concrete use of capital that supports the stock.

  • Whole banking sector riding rate hikes Combined April–June profit at Japan's five biggest banks rose 42% to 1.96 trillion yen, with Mizuho up 45.5%. The Bank of Japan's rate increases are lifting lending margins across the sector, and rising share prices are boosting fee income from selling investment products.

    It shows Mizuho's gain is part of a broad, durable rate-driven sector trend, not a one-off.

  • Blockchain settlement plan includes Mizuho Japan's regulators plan blockchain-based settlement for stocks and government bonds by around 2027, and Mizuho is one of three big banks piloting tokenized deposits. If it works, faster settlement could cut costs and open new fee income, though the payoff is years away.

    It is a new long-term technology opportunity that could add value beyond current profits.

July 2026
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Mizuho bets on AI and digital alliances to offset funding strains

  • Mizuho-Rakuten Bank capital alliance Mizuho Bank is buying a stake in Rakuten Bank and teaming up to combine corporate lending with Rakuten's retail deposits. This gives Mizuho cheaper funding and new customers, supporting future profits.

    This is a new strategic move that directly affects Mizuho's funding and growth prospects.

  • Open USD stablecoin competition Over 140 firms, including Visa and Stripe, are launching a dollar stablecoin called Open USD. Mizuho is a participant, but this may sideline its joint yen stablecoin effort, creating uncertainty about its digital currency strategy.

    This new competitive development could weaken Mizuho's position in the stablecoin space.

  • AI factory and lending service launch Mizuho is building Japan's largest on-premises AI factory for banking with Nvidia and launched an AI-powered lending service for small businesses. These moves aim to boost efficiency and loan growth, potentially lifting profits.

    These new AI initiatives show Mizuho's commitment to technology-driven growth, a positive driver.

  • US banks join Japan-US lending framework US banks like JPMorgan may join the $550 billion Japan-US investment framework, easing dollar funding concerns but increasing competition. For Mizuho, this means higher foreign-currency funding costs and reduced lending capacity, a headwind.

    This new development directly impacts Mizuho's funding costs and lending capacity, a negative factor.

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Mizuho bets on AI and digital alliances to offset funding strains

  • Mizuho-Rakuten Bank capital alliance Mizuho Bank is buying a stake in Rakuten Bank and teaming up to combine corporate lending with Rakuten's retail deposits. This gives Mizuho cheaper funding and new customers, supporting future profits.

    This is a new strategic move that directly affects Mizuho's funding and growth prospects.

  • Open USD stablecoin competition Over 140 firms, including Visa and Stripe, are launching a dollar stablecoin called Open USD. Mizuho is a participant, but this may sideline its joint yen stablecoin effort, creating uncertainty about its digital currency strategy.

    This new competitive development could weaken Mizuho's position in the stablecoin space.

  • AI factory and lending service launch Mizuho is building Japan's largest on-premises AI factory for banking with Nvidia and launched an AI-powered lending service for small businesses. These moves aim to boost efficiency and loan growth, potentially lifting profits.

    These new AI initiatives show Mizuho's commitment to technology-driven growth, a positive driver.

  • US banks join Japan-US lending framework US banks like JPMorgan may join the $550 billion Japan-US investment framework, easing dollar funding concerns but increasing competition. For Mizuho, this means higher foreign-currency funding costs and reduced lending capacity, a headwind.

    This new development directly impacts Mizuho's funding costs and lending capacity, a negative factor.

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