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Japan Timesai9 hrs agoUpdated
SoftBank Secures $5 Billion Margin Loan Backed by OpenAI Stake
SoftBank Group’s effort to raise at least $6 billion through a margin loan backed by its OpenAI stake has stalled after the company lowered its initial target from $10 billion. The firm had secured roughly $5 billion in commitments before discussions paused.
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Forbesai7 days ago
SoftBank Shares Rise to Record High, Making Masayoshi Son Asia's Richest Person
SoftBank Group shares reached a record high on Monday, lifting Masayoshi Son's net worth to $97 billion. The Tokyo-listed company overtook Toyota Motor as Japan's most valuable firm by market capitalization.
Financial Timesfinance9 days ago
SoftBank Group Overtakes Toyota as Japan's Largest Company by Market Value
SoftBank Group Corp. surpassed Toyota Motor Corp. in market capitalization during Tokyo trading on Monday. The change ended Toyota's more than 20-year position as Japan's largest company by market value.
Financial Timesfinance9 days ago
SoftBank Group Surpasses Toyota as Japan’s Highest-Valued Company by Market Capitalization
SoftBank Group’s market capitalization rose above ¥48 trillion on June 1, 2026, surpassing Toyota Motor’s ¥46 trillion for the first time since 2000. Shares of SoftBank climbed 14 percent in Tokyo trading.
japantimes.co.jpfinance10 days ago
SoftBank Announces €45 Billion Plan for AI Data Centers in France
SoftBank Group will spend 45 billion euros over five years on artificial intelligence infrastructure in France, with plans to expand to 75 billion euros. The project targets the Hauts-de-France region and will include sites in Dunkirk, Bosquel and Bouchain.
Abc Newstechnology28 days ago
SoftBank Group Profit Rises Nearly Five-Fold to 5 Trillion Yen
SoftBank Group Corp. reported an annual profit of 5 trillion yen for the fiscal year through March, up from 1.15 trillion yen the previous year. The increase was driven by gains from its investments in artificial intelligence companies. Revenue rose nearly 8 percent to 7.8 trilli…
The Japan Timesai41 days agoUpdated
SoftBank to Establish and List AI Robotics Firm Roze in US This Year
SoftBank Group aims to create a standalone AI robotics and data center company named Roze in the United States, targeting a $100 billion valuation. The firm plans to list Roze as early as this year to offset major AI investments. Masayoshi Son is leading the initiative amid commi…
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SoftBank Group Corp. Engages Investors for Possible Six-Part Dollar and Euro Bond Sale
SoftBank Group Corp., a Japanese conglomerate, is in discussions with investors regarding a potential six-part bond sale in dollar and euro currencies. The move comes as the company explores financing options. Details of the bond terms remain under negotiation.
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SoftBank Prepares to Issue First Euro-Denominated Bond Amid AI Investments
SoftBank, a subsidiary of Japan's SoftBank Group, plans to sell its inaugural euro-denominated bond. The move aligns with founder Masayoshi Son's efforts to expand into artificial intelligence. This issuance marks SoftBank's entry into the euro bond market.
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