Mizuho Financial Group completed its authorized share repurchase program on September 24, 2026. The company purchased 24,352,700 common shares. Total expenditure for the program reached approximately ¥200 billion.
Market purchases occurred through a trust method between May and September 18, 2026. Mizuho will cancel all repurchased shares on October 23, 2026. This cancellation represents roughly 1.0% of the company's total outstanding stock.
The initiative aims to improve capital efficiency and enhance shareholder returns. This action optimizes the company's capital structure and signals confidence in its financial standing.