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Execution of a Business Alliance Agreement with Muninova Holdings Inc. and Orient Corporation and Transfer of Shares in Orient Corporation

Mizuho Bank entered into a business alliance agreement with Muninova Holdings Inc. and Orient Corporation covering digitalization, credit assessment, collections and payment reminders. Mizuho Bank also entered into an agreement to transfer to Muninova Holdings Inc. shares in Orient Corporation equivalent to 15% of the voting rights it holds.

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Agreements reached under this partnership

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8411Mizuho Financial Group,Inc.
Alliance partnerMuninova Holdings Inc. / Orient Corporation
Details of the alliance
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    By using IT and digital technologies, including AI, we will automate and streamline operations across the board, including contact centers and head-office staff operations, thereby optimizing the allocation of management resources at each company and improving the quality of customer service.

  2. 2

    Mutually leverage knowledge, data and expertise relating to credit assessment to optimize credit assessment processes, enhance credit technologies and improve the accuracy of credit decisions

  3. 3

    Mutually leverage knowledge and expertise relating to collections and payment reminders to optimize reminder methods according to customer attributes and delinquency status, enhance data-driven collection strategies and review business processes

  4. 4

    Combine the companies' digital expertise to improve the UI/UX of digital channels, including apps, by creating smoother, less stressful customer journeys for accessing services

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Capital and personnel relationships

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Shareholding ratioTransfer to Muninova Holdings Inc. shares in Orient Corporation held by Mizuho Bank equivalent to 15% of the voting rights
About the partner
Business DescriptionOperates across multiple business areas, including financial services, based on IT and digital technologies / Has expertise in installment sales and payment services developed as a leading credit services company, as well as an extensive network of member merchants and business partners
Contract Date15 May 2026
Agreements reached under this partnership
ItemDetails
Name of alliance partnerMuninova Holdings Inc., Orient Corporation
Alliance partner's business activitiesOperates across multiple business areas, including financial services, based on IT and digital technologies, Has expertise in installment sales and payment services developed as a leading credit services company, as well as an extensive network of member merchants and business partners
Type of allianceBusiness Alliances
Details of the allianceBy using IT and digital technologies, including AI, we will automate and streamline operations across the board, including contact centers and head-office staff operations, thereby optimizing the allocation of management resources at each company and improving the quality of customer service., Mutually leverage knowledge, data and expertise relating to credit assessment to optimize credit assessment processes, enhance credit technologies and improve the accuracy of credit decisions, Mutually leverage knowledge and expertise relating to collections and payment reminders to optimize reminder methods according to customer attributes and delinquency status, enhance data-driven collection strategies and review business processes, Combine the companies' digital expertise to improve the UI/UX of digital channels, including apps, by creating smoother, less stressful customer journeys for accessing services
Shareholding ratioTransfer to Muninova Holdings Inc. shares in Orient Corporation held by Mizuho Bank equivalent to 15% of the voting rights
Contract Date15 May 2026
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Alliance partner's locationAlliance partner's capitalAlliance partner's net salesAlliance partner's operating incomeNumber of shares acquiredAcquisition priceOverview of the joint ventureOwnership ratioDispatch of directors and officersContract PeriodNumerical targets under the allianceShareholding PolicyDate of board resolutionAlliance start dateShare Acquisition Date and Payment DateImpact on Business PerformanceChange in major shareholders

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The need for flexible, convenient lending and payment services, as well as improved operational efficiency and stronger internal controls for mid-sized and small companies, has increased amid the progress of digitalization and the diversification of customer needs. The three companies reached a shared understanding that leveraging digital technologies to improve operational efficiency and the customer experience, and enhancing service quality through advanced credit assessment expertise, are essential.

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