Mizuho Financial Group Posts Strong First Quarter Results Amid Optimistic Outlook

TOKYO, Jul 30 (Pulse News Wire) – Mizuho Financial Group,inc. (8411.T) reported robust operating profit of ¥1.96 billion for the quarter ending June 30, marking a significant increase from the previous year's ¥1.485 billion.

Net profit attributable to parent shareholders reached ¥575.08 million, up 12.1% compared to the same period last year. The bank also revised its annual outlook upward based on strong first-quarter performance.

It now expects net profit attributable to parent shareholders to reach ¥430.0 million for the fiscal year ending March 2027, reflecting continued growth momentum. In addition, the company confirmed plans to distribute interim dividends of ¥75 per share in the upcoming quarter, totaling ¥150 per share annually.

This represents a slight increase from the prior year’s dividend payout.