Sato (佐藤), president of Toho Bank, said that Daito Bank has not engaged in dialogue despite its plan to acquire roughly 20% of the shares. In light of the announcement of an integration by 3 regional banks in northern Tohoku, he indicated that management integration is not currently under consideration.
Toho Bank President Sato (佐藤) disclosed that Daito Bank plans to acquire roughly 20% of the shares by the end of 2025. He pointed out that dialogue is not currently progressing.
On the same day, 3 regional banks in northern Tohoku announced merger talks in October. Regarding this as well, President Sato (佐藤) indicated that management integration is not currently under consideration.
At a press conference on the consolidated financial results for April–September 2026, which were announced the same day, Toho Bank explained its current assessment of its relationship with Daito Bank and the region’s future uncertainty. The article is marked as available to members only.