Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' share price rose sharply for a second consecutive session. MUFG Bank is reported to be preparing to establish criteria for lending to defense-related companies in the near future, and to be considering financing where it is aligned with the government's national security policy.
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries' share price is reported to have risen sharply. With buying of defense-related stocks leading the market, the development is drawing attention as a positive catalyst for the company's shares.
MUFG Bank is reported to be preparing to establish criteria for lending to defense-related companies in the near future, with plans to consider financing where it is aligned with the government's national security policy.
Other megabanks are also expected to take similar action, prompting speculation that tailwinds for defense-related stocks will broaden.
Information has also emerged that MUFG Bank will invest ¥10 billion in プリファード toward the joint development of domestically developed AI for defense applications.