Mizuho Financial Group's consolidated net income for the second quarter was ¥896.4 billion, up 29.9% year on year. It raised its full-year forecast from ¥1.4 trillion to ¥1.6 trillion and increased its annual dividend by ¥50 to ¥200.
Mizuho Financial Group's consolidated net income for the cumulative second quarter of the fiscal year ending March 2027 reached ¥896.4 billion, up 29.9% year on year. At the same time, it raised its full-year net income forecast by 14.3%, from the previous forecast of ¥1.4 trillion to ¥1.6 trillion. The growth rate expanded significantly from the previous fiscal year, signaling an aim to set a new record for net income.
As for performance over the most recent 3 quarters, consolidated net income for the July-September quarter was ¥473.5 billion, up 18.6% year on year, maintaining strong performance. Based on its calculation of the outlook for the second half, the company estimates that net income for the second half will reach ¥703.5 billion, up approximately 25.9% year on year.
On dividends, the company substantially revised its annual dividend for the current fiscal year upward, from the previous plan of ¥150 to ¥200. This has drawn market attention to its shareholder return policy.