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NYSE:MFG

Mizuho Financial Group (MFG) Stock Price, News & Analysis

$3.98
0.00 (0.00%)
(As of 03/28/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$3.94
$3.99
50-Day Range
$3.48
$4.29
52-Week Range
$2.80
$4.32
Volume
947,845 shs
Average Volume
1.05 million shs
Market Capitalization
$50.52 billion
P/E Ratio
11.06
Dividend Yield
2.51%
Price Target
N/A

Mizuho Financial Group MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
N/A
Upside/​Downside
N/A
Short Interest
Healthy
0.03% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Moderate
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
N/A
News Sentiment
N/A
Insider Trading
N/A
Proj. Earnings Growth
8.33%
From $0.36 to $0.39 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

3.57 out of 5 stars

Finance Sector

358th out of 850 stocks

National Commercial Banks Industry

50th out of 83 stocks

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About Mizuho Financial Group Stock (NYSE:MFG)

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in banking, trust, securities, and other businesses related to financial services in Japan, the Americas, Europe, Asia/Oceania, and internationally. It operates through Retail & Business Banking Company, Corporate & Institutional Company, Global Corporate Company, Global Markets Company, Asset Management Company, and Others segments. The company provides deposit products; syndicated, housing, and card loans; business matching services; and advisory services related to overseas expansions, and mergers and acquisitions-related services. It also offers consulting services, including asset management and asset succession; payroll services; and sells lottery tickets issued by prefectures and ordinance-designated cities. In addition, it offers fund management, underwriting of equity and bonds, risk hedging products, etc. for corporate customers; solutions based on capital management, business strategy, and financial strategy; real estate services; advisory services and solutions, such as advice on proposals on various investment products to financial institutions; and financial services that include funding support and public bonds underwriting. Further, the company offers corporate finance and transaction banking srvices; sales and trading services; investment products; pension funds; and ALM and investment services, including stable capital raising and balance sheet management, as well as management of fixed income, equity, and other securities portfolios. Additionally, the company provides online banking, cash management solutions, currency transaction, trade finance, custody, yen correspondence settlement, and research and consulting services; trust, securitization and structured finance, and stock transfers; and private banking and information technology-related services. Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. was founded in 2000 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

MFG Stock Price History

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Company Calendar

Last Earnings
2/02/2024
Today
3/28/2024
Fiscal Year End
3/31/2024
Next Earnings (Estimated)
5/20/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Sector
Finance
Industry
National commercial banks
Sub-Industry
N/A
Employees
51,212
Year Founded
2003

Profitability

Net Income
$-103,670,000.00
Pretax Margin
N/A

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$42.77 billion
Cash Flow
$0.46 per share
Book Value
$5.67 per share

Miscellaneous

Outstanding Shares
12,692,830,000
Free Float
12,691,556,000
Market Cap
$50.26 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.42

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Key Executives

  • Mr. Masahiro Kihara (Age 59)
    President, Group CEO, Representative Executive Officer & Executive Director
    Comp: $684.07k
  • Mr. Makoto Umemiya (Age 60)
    Deputy President, Senior Executive Officer, Group Chief Digital Officer & Director
    Comp: $501.2k
  • Mr. Takefumi Yonezawa (Age 53)
    Senior Executive Officer, Group CFO & GM of International Accounting Standards Project Team
  • Mr. Hidekatsu Take (Age 60)
    Senior Executive Officer and Head of Global Corporate & Investment Banking Company
  • Mr. Koji Yonei (Age 61)
    Senior Executive Officer & Group Chief Information Officer (Group CIO)
  • Mr. Naoaki Chisaka
    Chief Investor Relations Officer & GM of Investor Relations Department
  • Mr. Nobuhiro Kaminoyama (Age 56)
    Senior Executive Officer, Group Chief Human Resources Officer & Executive Director
  • Mr. Eric Yoss
    Chief Risk Officer for Mizuho Bank Americas
  • Mr. Motonori Wakabayashi (Age 60)
    Senior Executive Officer, Group Chief Risk Officer & Executive Director
  • Mr. Hisashi Kikuchi (Age 59)
    Senior Executive Officer & Group Chief Audit Executive

Should I Buy Mizuho Financial Group Stock? MFG Pros and Cons Explained

These insights were generated using artificial intelligence. They are based on proprietary MarketBeat data, news articles, and custom LLM A.I. algorithms. This analysis of Mizuho Financial Group was last updated on Monday, March 25, 2024 at 11:20 PM.

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in Mizuho Financial Group, Inc.:

  • Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. operates through various segments including Retail & Business Banking, Corporate & Institutional, Global Markets, and Asset Management, providing diversified revenue streams.
  • The company offers a wide range of financial services such as deposit products, loans, advisory services, and fund management, catering to different client needs.
  • Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. has a strong presence not only in Japan but also in the Americas, Europe, and Asia/Oceania, offering global exposure and potential growth opportunities.
  • The company provides online banking, cash management solutions, and research services, enhancing convenience and accessibility for clients.
  • Recent stock price movements indicate potential value for investors, with Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. showing resilience and adaptability in changing market conditions.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. for these reasons:

  • Market volatility and economic uncertainties can impact the financial performance of Mizuho Financial Group, Inc., leading to potential risks for investors.
  • Regulatory changes in different regions where the company operates may affect its operations and profitability, posing challenges for investors.
  • Intense competition in the financial services industry could pressure margins and limit growth prospects for Mizuho Financial Group, Inc.
  • Global economic conditions and geopolitical events may influence the company's business operations and financial results, introducing external risks for investors.
  • Investors should carefully monitor interest rate movements and their impact on Mizuho Financial Group, Inc.'s business, as changes in rates can affect profitability and investment returns.

MFG Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell Mizuho Financial Group stock right now?

1 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for Mizuho Financial Group in the last year. There are currently 1 buy rating for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "buy" MFG shares.
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How have MFG shares performed in 2024?

Mizuho Financial Group's stock was trading at $3.44 at the beginning of the year. Since then, MFG stock has increased by 15.7% and is now trading at $3.98.
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Are investors shorting Mizuho Financial Group?

Mizuho Financial Group saw a increase in short interest during the month of March. As of March 15th, there was short interest totaling 3,570,000 shares, an increase of 24.0% from the February 29th total of 2,880,000 shares. Based on an average daily volume of 1,090,000 shares, the days-to-cover ratio is presently 3.3 days. Approximately 0.0% of the shares of the stock are short sold.
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When is Mizuho Financial Group's next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Monday, May 20th 2024.
View our MFG earnings forecast
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How were Mizuho Financial Group's earnings last quarter?

Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE:MFG) announced its quarterly earnings results on Friday, February, 2nd. The bank reported $0.11 EPS for the quarter. The bank had revenue of $12.97 billion for the quarter. Mizuho Financial Group had a net margin of 8.48% and a trailing twelve-month return on equity of 6.72%.

Is Mizuho Financial Group a good dividend stock?

Mizuho Financial Group (NYSE:MFG) pays an annual dividend of $0.10 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 2.48%. The dividend payout ratio is 27.78%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, MFG will have a dividend payout ratio of 25.64% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.

What ETF holds Mizuho Financial Group's stock?

ActivePassive International Equity ETF holds 217,889 shares of MFG stock, representing 0.96% of its portfolio.

What is Tatsufumi Sakai's approval rating as Mizuho Financial Group's CEO?

7 employees have rated Mizuho Financial Group Chief Executive Officer Tatsufumi Sakai on Glassdoor.com. Tatsufumi Sakai has an approval rating of 96% among the company's employees. This puts Tatsufumi Sakai in the top 30% of approval ratings compared to other CEOs of publicly-traded companies.

What other stocks do shareholders of Mizuho Financial Group own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other Mizuho Financial Group investors own include Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Pfizer (PFE), AT&T (T), United Microelectronics (UMC), Ambev (ABEV), Banco Bradesco (BBD), Freeport-McMoRan (FCX), General Electric (GE), Yamana Gold (AUY) and Cisco Systems (CSCO).

Who are Mizuho Financial Group's major shareholders?

Mizuho Financial Group's stock is owned by a number of institutional and retail investors. Top institutional investors include Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (0.10%), Goldman Sachs Group Inc. (0.10%), Northern Trust Corp (0.04%), Crossmark Global Holdings Inc. (0.01%), US Bancorp DE (0.00%) and QRG Capital Management Inc. (0.00%).
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How do I buy shares of Mizuho Financial Group?

Shares of MFG stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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This page (NYSE:MFG) was last updated on 3/28/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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