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I am downgrading Sumitomo Mitsui Financial from Buy to Hold, following an evaluation of its organic growth outlook and inorganic expansion initiatives. The prospects for SMFNF existing operations are unfavorable; its weaker-than-expected earnings and guidance are reflective of headwinds resulting from the trade war. But Sumitomo Mitsui has made smart moves like the SoftBank partnership and the Yes Bank investment to enhance its long-term potential.

Sumitomo Mitsui (SMFG) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

MARTINSVILLE, Ind. , May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Camp Association (ACA) is proud to announce a $500,000 grant initiative, made possible by the generous support of the Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Global Foundation, part of SMBC Group.

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group Inc. is expected to post annual net income of ¥1.90 trillion, according to Visible Alpha estimates based on inputs by at least three analysts. Net income at Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc. is expected to have reached ¥1.26 trillion for the fiscal year that ended in March. Japanese banks have gained from the country's monetary policy normalization. The Bank of Japan has raised its policy rate three times since March 2024, taking its benchmark rate to 0.50% in January 2025.

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Investors interested in Banks - Foreign stocks are likely familiar with Banco Do Brasil SA (BDORY) and Sumitomo Mitsui (SMFG). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

Investors interested in stocks from the Banks - Foreign sector have probably already heard of Banco Do Brasil SA (BDORY) and Sumitomo Mitsui (SMFG). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing [RIC:RIC:SUMFL.UL] said on Monday its joint venture will acquire Macquarie Rotorcraft, the helicopter leasing business of financial giant Macquarie's asset management arm.

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